2015 Packers Position Group Analysis – Outside Linebackers

Overview: When I look at this group of players, it’s quite shocking to see that it comprises three first round draft picks and one second round pick. While the Packers’ outside linebackers are no slouches, you’d expect a little more punch from those levels of draft picks. That said, it’s hard to get too down […]

Jayrone Elliott 2014 Report Card – Packers Player Grades

1) Introduction: Jayrone Elliott made a splash in the preseason as a camp standout and racking up three sacks in four plays against the St. Louis Rams. He seems to have replaced Andy Mulumba as undrafted OLB of the year. 2) Profile: Jayrone Elliott Age: 23 Born: November 11, 1991 Height: 6’3” Weight: 255 lbs. College: […]

Is Jayrone Elliot the next Hidden Gem for the Packers?

It’s practically become a tradition every training camp and preseason for the Green Bay Packers: some player, either a late round draft pick or even an undrafted free agent makes some plays in camp and the preseason and becomes an instant sensation amongst fans and the media. First, it was Matt Hasselbeck (sixth round pick […]

Game Balls and Lame Calls: Packers 31, Raiders 21

It was more than likely the final tune up for the Green Bay Packers’ starters and they didn’t disappoint in Green Bay’s 31-21 victory over the Oakland Raiders Friday night. The starting offense came out with a blistering opening drive featuring a brisk pace and no-huddle formations. The result was a one yard Eddie Lacy […]

Getting to know Packers Undrafted Free Agents Mike Pennel and Jayrone Elliott

The Packers discovered undrafted rookie free agent Sam Shields in 2010, bringing the receiver-turned-cornerback into training camp and watching him play a key role in their Super Bowl run. He kept right on developing and is now a player the Packers deemed worthy of a $39 million contract. Packers general manager Ted Thompson has had […]