The Green Bay Packers have completed three days of OTAs so far. Based on what we’ve learned during these three days, we can make the following conclusions about the 2015 version of the Packers: Absolutely nothing. That’s right, nothing. Zip. Zero. Nadda. Anyone who tries to make grand claims after OTAs is just desperate for […]
On-Field
Big Man, Small Effect: How Important is a Nose Tackle?
Traditional thought has always said that the lynchpin of a successful 3-4 defense like the Packers run is a giant nose tackle who can contain the pocket against a double team and a versatile outside linebacker who can rush the passer. Ted Thompson definitely followed that philosophy to a T the very first year that the […]
Packers Xs and Os: Sean Richardson as a Substitution Package Linebacker
When Green Bay Packers general manager Ted Thompson matched the Oakland Raiders’ 1 year/$2.55 million offer to restricted free agent safety Sean Richardson, speculation as to why ran rampant. With Morgan Burnett, Ha Ha Clinton-Dix, and Micah Hyde being the first three safeties on the roster, the contract seemed expensive for a backup. This was even […]
Packers Xs and Os: The Randall and Rollins “Mirror” Defense
When Green Bay Packers general manager Ted Thompson selected defensive backs Damarious Randall and Quinten Rollins with his first two picks in the 2015 draft, fans began to immediately wonder if they were safeties or cornerbacks. Discussions quickly popped up that they would play cornerback. Then slot cornerback. Then back to safety. Then as hybrid […]
Brett Favre Agrees to Play In One Last Home Game – Plus Packers Final Draft Grade
Brett Favre to Play Last Game in Wisconsin According to ESPN’s Rob Demovsky Brett Favre will be playing one last game in Wisconsin. The day after the former Packers great is inducted into the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame this summer, he will take part in an all-star flag football game. The event is […]