1) Introduction: Corey Linsley seemingly came out of nowhere as a rookie 5th round draft pick to become the Packers starting center in 2014. He was drafted for depth to backup new center J.C. Tretter, but was thrust into the lineup after Tretter was injured during the preseason and never abdicated his position. He went on to […]
Packers Player Evaluations
Luther Robinson 2014 Report Card – Packers Player Grades
1) Introduction: An injury replacement mid season called up from the practice squad, Luther Robinson had a quick chance to make a good impression. Was he able to set a foundation for a Packers career to come? 2) Profile: Luther Robinson Age: 23 Born: February 24, 1991, Fort Pierce, Florida Height: 6’3″ Weight: 301 College: Miami U Rookie Year: 2014 NFL Experience: […]
BJ Raji 2014 Report Card – Packers Player Grades
1) Introduction: Free agency didn’t treat BJ Raji all that well, then again he was terrible during his contract year so what can you expect. So Raji came back on a 1 year deal “prove it” deal, but did he prove anything in the end? 2) Profile: Busari J Raji Jr. Age: 28 Born: July 11, 1986 in […]
Mike Pennel 2014 Report Card – Packers Player Grades
1) Introduction: The Packers are known for being able to find the “diamond in the rough” when it comes to undrafted rookie free agents and this year Mike Pennel was the surprise addition on the 53-man final roster. Is Pennel the real deal or just a flash in the pan? 2) Profile: Mike Pennel Age: 23 Born: May […]
Datone Jones 2014 Report Card – Packers Player Grades
1) Introduction: Year 2 would be a pivotal year for Datone Jones, the Packers 1st round pick from the 2013 after an ankle injury derailed his rookie season. Would he bounce back and live up to his lofty draft status or sink into obscurity like fellow first round draft pick Nick Perry? 2) Profile: Datone Jones […]