I gave B.J. Raji a lot of grief last year. After setting career lows in total tackles (12) and tallying no sacks for the second straight season, it was completely warranted. Raji’s argument was that he barely played his true position as a bona fide nose tackle. He dabbled in playing end and also spent […]
Julius Peppers
If Packers fans had to pick a Packers Pepper to Perform
Tyler Dunne and Justin Felder asked an interesting question on the last Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel Packers podcast: If Packers fans had to choose, would they pick pass rusher Julius Peppers or trainer Pepper Burruss to have a great season in 2014? The duo never really answered the question, so let’s answer it here. First, some context: […]
Cory’s Corner: Pressure’s on for Morgan Burnett
Hopefully Morgan Burnett doesn’t read his press clippings, listen to the radio or watch TV. Because after last season, there have been plenty of Packers fans that were incensed with his lackluster play. Which is why the 25-year-old enters 2014 with the most to prove. Last July, I was shocked when the Packers gave him […]
Surviving Sunday: Packers News, Notes and Links for the Football Deprived
Despite being two of the most accomplished defensive players over the last 10 years, both Clay Matthews and Julius Peppers have something to prove this season for the Green Bay Packers. It sounds like they’re looking forward to helping each other make their respective points. Matthews needs to show that he can stay healthy and […]
Cory’s Corner: NFC North is ganging up to stop Packers
Taking a peek at the rest of the draft picks in the NFC North, it’s apparent where the priorities lie. Of the Packers nine picks, four of them were offensive skill players. Green Bay went with defense to open up the draft but then quickly reloaded Aaron Rodgers with capable weapons. While Green Bay’s defense […]