The plays that quarterbacks call in the huddle are not always the plays that get executed at the snap of the ball. The “smoke” route is a sight adjustment that allows the offensive to steal some free yards from the defense. The “smoke” route has become a staple in modern NFL, and even college, offenses […]
Sam Shields
How Overpaid Is Sam Shields?
Ted Thompson likely got done with his top priority this offseason when he resigned cornerback Sam Shields to a 4 year deal worth a total of $39 million. At the time, reactions were rather mixed; many national writers who don’t cover the Packers specifically probably didn’t know too much about Shields and as a result […]
Cory Corner: Ted Thompson’s loyalty will pay dividends
Ted Thompson is proving that devotion and dedication mean more than stats. The Packers general manager has stuck to his draft and develop philosophy. He has signed four free agents in Sam Shields, Mike Neal, Andrew Quarless and even B.J. Raji to come back and play their home games at Lambeau Field. I’ve seen and […]
Surviving Sunday: Packers News, Notes and Links for the Football Deprived
With Sam Shields locked up for the next four years, it’s time to focus on the Packers other free agents. News of the Packers offering B.J. Raji a short-term contract to return as the team’s nose tackle brought out all kinds of reactions. Many Packers fans want nothing to do with Raji after he fell […]
Packers re-sign CB Sam Shields for $39 million
The Green Bay Packers have re-signed up-and-coming cornerback Sam Shields to a 4 year, $39 million deal. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that the deal includes a $12.5 million signing bonus. Shields’ agent Drew Rosenhaus confirmed the deal via Twitter. That’s a lot of dough for a corner who has the talent to be one of […]