Cory’s Corner: This QB draft class is surprisingly average

This is the golden age of the quarterback. Defensive backs aren’t allowed to be as physical with receivers and pass rushers aren’t allowed to attack the game’s most important position with reckless abandon. Quarterbacks are allowed a cocoon of security as milestone passing numbers become as mundane as a morning slice of toast. Three-hundred yard […]

NFL Draft Prospect Profile: Ben Heeney, ILB Kansas

Green Bay Packers NFL Draft prospect profile: ILB Ben Heeney, Kansas Player Information: Ben Heeney 6-0, 231 pounds Hometown: Hutchinson, KS STATS NFL Combine: 40 yard: 4.59 Bench: 19 Vert: 33.5″ Broad: 120″ 3 cone: 6.68 Shuttle: 4.00 News and Notes: While much of the Packers interests are likely finding a starter at inside linebacker, also keep in mind the […]

NFL Draft Prospect Profile: Kevin Johnson, CB, Wake Forest

Green Bay Packers NFL Draft prospect profile: CB Kevin Johnson Player Information: Kevin Johnson 6-0, 188 pounds Hometown: Clarksville, MD STATS NFL Combine: 40 yard: 4.52 Bench: N/A Vert: 41.5″ Broad: 130″ 3 cone: 6.79 20-yard Shuttle: 3.89 News and Notes: Selected second-team All-ACC in 2014, starting all 12 games and allowing just 24 completions all season long.  Selected […]

NFL Draft Prospect Profile: Jamison Crowder, Duke

Green Bay Packers NFL Draft prospect profile: WR Jamison Crowder Player Information: Jamison Crowder 5-8, 185 pounds Hometown: Monroe, NC   STATS NFL Combine: 40 yard: 4.56 seconds 20 yard: 2.25 seconds 10 yard: 1.71 seconds Bench: 10 reps Vertical jump: 37″ Broad: 115″ Shuttle: 4.32 seconds 3-Cone Drill: 7.17   News and Notes: A very undersized […]

Cory’s Corner: Let’s appreciate the talent grabber — Ted Thompson

It’s hard to believe that this will be Ted Thompson’s 11th NFL Draft in a couple weeks. The Packers general manager understands that the draft and develop philosophy is the best recipe for sustained success in the NFL. And if you don’t believe me, just take a peek at the money the Redskins and Cowboys […]