Packers’ Will Sheppard provides preseason spark with 80-yard punt return TD

Will Sheppard pulled off an incredible highlight in the Green Bay Packers’ preseason finale against the Arizona Cardinals on Friday night.

Sheppard is preparing for the second year of his NFL career, his first with the Packers. He entered the league as an undrafted free agent in 2025, finally earning a reserve contract this year.

Sheppard has been embracing the chances he has on the team, taking part in the offense and special teams. He seeks to earn a place on the regular-season roster, having the practice squad be his safety net.

Safe to say he garnered attention in the preseason finale. This highlight took place midway through the second quarter as Sheppard retrieved the punt, got past defenders and ran for 80 yards to the end zone for the touchdown.

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How Will Sheppard, Packers played against Cardinals

Will Sheppard ended the preseason on a strong note, leaving a great impression on the Packers. Green Bay concluded preseason action with a 2-1 record, taking down the Cardinals in a 42-38 shootout.

Both teams traded blows for the entire game, especially in the second quarter and the entire second half. Green Bay trailed 31-24 going into the third period but didn’t back down as the team outscored Arizona 18-7 in the last 15 minutes of regulation.

Kyle McCord started at quarterback for the entire game. He completed 22 out of 35 passes for 226 yards and four touchdowns.

J. Michael Sturdivant highlighted the receiving corps with six catches for 112 yards and a touchdown. Meanwhile, Kisean Johnson caught four passes for 52 yards and two touchdowns, while Sheppard made three catches for 26 yards and a touchdown.

They will attempt to improve on their 9-7-1 record from the year before. They also intend to make the playoffs for the fourth consecutive season and end their four-year NFC North title drought.

The Falcons’ regular season will get underway on the road. They take on the Minnesota Vikings as kickoff commences on Sept. 13 at 4:25 p.m. ET.

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