The Green Bay Packers have quietly added another weapon to their playoff push. This one, though, kicks the ball, not catches it. Special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia revealed this week that punter Daniel Whelan is rapidly ascending the NFL ranks. Bisaccia called Whelan a player who is “catching up to the elite players in the league.” This is a season where Green Bay has relied heavily on complementary football. Whelan’s emergence as a field-position force has become an underappreciated but vital component of their success.

Bisaccia’s praise reflects not only improvement but transformation. Whelan has significantly raised his level of play throughout the 2025 season. He has showcased stronger hang time, sharper placement, and poise under pressure. His ability to consistently flip

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