Report: Wilkerson to make 1st free-agent visit with Packers

The New York Jets announced the release of Muhammad Wilkerson last week and the defensive lineman is now likely to make his first free-agent visit with the Green Bay Packers, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports.

Traditionally quiet in free agency, the Packers made some changes to their front office and coaching staff this offseason - including new defensive coordinator Mike Pettine, Wilkerson's former DC with the Jets in 2011 and 2012 - and are expected to be more active on the open market.

The Packers finished 2017 ranked 22nd in total defense, 17th in rushing defense, and 17th in sacks.

Wilkerson is two seasons removed from a 12-sack season. He put up 46 tackles and 3.5 sacks in 13 games in 2017.