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Did the Lions view the Packers as a threat to draft CB Terrion Arnold?

The Lions joined the Eagles in going cornerback-cornerback to start the draft. Beyond slot corner Brian Branch, this will effectively complete a Detroit overhaul at the position.

Lions bringing back safety after gambling suspension

Lions sign veteran defensive tackle

NFC's hottest seats: Which veterans face the most intense scrutiny?

The best NFL teams that never made it to a Super Bowl

The 'QBs and coaches from the 1991 NFL playoff teams' quiz

Green Bay Packers News / ClutchPoints / 14 hours ago

1 undrafted free agent who will make Packers’ 2024 roster

The Green Bay Packers entered the 2024 NFL Draft with a bevy of picks and used them to great effect. The team took Arizona offensive tackle Jordan Morgan in Round 1 to fill in vacancies on the offensive line and Texas A&M linebacker Edgerrin Cooper to take over for De’Vondre Campbell.

Green Bay Packers News / Pro Football Talk / 4 hours ago

Packers ready to "start experimenting faster and taking next steps" on offense

The Packers were breaking in a new starting quarterback at this time last year and getting Jordan Love ready to play with a young cast of receivers meant they had to do things at a certain pace.

Jeff Hafley News / Acme Packing Co / 12 hours ago

Understanding Jeff Hafley’s Defense

How does the personnel fit with what Hafley has traditionally done? What does Hafley even want to do? And why? The 2024 NFL Draft is now in the rearview

Green Bay Packers News / Cheesehead TV / 1 hour ago

How Packers’ Draft and New Kickoff Rules Intersect

The Packers broke a lot of hearts when they passed on Iowa DB Cooper DeJean in the draft, mine included. So it was particularly intriguing when Brian Gutekunst chose a third safety, Oregon State’s Kitan Oladapo, in the fifth round.

Green Bay Packers News / FanNation Packer Central / 58 minutes ago

Senior Bowl’s Jim Nagy Sees Starter Potential in Michael Pratt

Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said at the Scouting Combine that he’d like start drafting quarterbacks on a regular basis. Sure enough, with a seventh-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, he selected Tulane’s Michael Pratt.

Green Bay Packers News / Packers Coverage / 3 hours ago

Green Bay Packers Jeff Hafley Speaks On Xavier McKinney

The Green Bay Packers defense is going to look a lot different in 2024 with Jeff Hafley taking over and his newest weapon, safety Xavier McKinney. Hafley is replacing Joe Barry, who was the defensive coordinator for three underwhelming seasons and is now the linebackers coach and run game coordinator for the Miami Dolphins.

Jordan Morgan News / 5 GOATs / 27 minutes ago

Green Bay Packers yet to decide whether Jordan Morgan will play guard or tackle

Jordan Morgan may see himself as a left tackle. The Packers even listed their first-round draft pick in the OT spot. But where he’ll play is yet to be decided.

Aj Dillon News / PackersTalk.com / 35 minutes ago

From Running Back to Fullback: A new position for A.J Dillon

The Packers haven’t legitimate fullback in the backfield during Matt LeFleur’s time as Packers head coach. Since 2019, the position has been played most of the time by a tight end or H-Back.

Michael Pratt News / Packers Coverage / 3 minutes ago

Packers draw praise for surprising NFL Draft pick

Normally, evaluators don’t make much about seventh-round picks, but the Packers are receiving a ton of praise for this one.

Packers HC has high expectations for rookie safety: 'He's a sharp guy'

Packers OC believes rookie RB will add 'explosive element' to offense

NFC's hottest seats: Which veterans face the most intense scrutiny?

How hard is it to replace an NFL franchise QB?

The 'NFL QBs drafted in the first round' quiz

Green Bay Packers News / FanNation Packer Central / 1 hour ago

With One Compensatory Pick, Packers Will Have Fewer Picks in 2025

When it comes to draft picks, the more the merrier for Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst. “The more the better,” he said after selecting 11 players in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Green Bay Packers News / FanNation Packer Central / 17 hours ago

Safe to Say Packers Will Be Better on Defense

Never mind, for a moment, the merits of Joe Barry as defensive coordinator. Or the pros and cons of switching to a 4-3 base defense. There is one obvious reason why the Green Bay Packers will be better on defense in 2024.

NFL News / Packers Coverage / 2 hours ago

Green Bay Packers' Matt LaFleur Speaks On MarShawn Lloyd

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur is going to have some new weapons to use coming out of the backfield in 2024. Not only did the team make a splash signing in free agency with Josh Jacobs, but they also used a third-round pick on MarShawn Lloyd out of USC.

NFL News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

Packers OC believes rookie RB will add 'explosive element' to offense

Packers offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich believes this rookie could play a significant role in 2024.

Packers HC has high expectations for rookie safety: 'He's a sharp guy'

NFC North check-in: Most, least improved position groups post-draft

The most eye-popping performances in NFL combine history

The '1,000 or more receiving yards in 2023' quiz

Jeff Hafley News / A to Z Sports / 1 minute ago

Jeff Hafley explains why and how the Packers' defense will be different

The Green Bay Packers decided to change. But this time around, it's a real, significant change on the defensive side of the ball. It doesn't mean the defense will be good, because that's an answer we will only have in five, six months.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / 41 minutes ago

Packers begin quest to find the best five to build the offensive line

Versatility is one of the big reasons why the Green Bay Packers used the 25th overall pick to draft Jordan Morgan. He played left tackle in college, but is projected to potentially move inside to guard in the NFL.

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / 45 minutes ago

Packers HC has high expectations for rookie safety: 'He's a sharp guy'

He was an All-SEC second-team player in 2023 for Georgia, starting 12 games for the Bulldogs while notching 56 tackles, two interceptions and five breakups.

NFC North check-in: Most, least improved position groups post-draft

Packers GM Makes Bold Statement On Jordan Love’s Future

Packers’ Coach Doesn’t Hold Back On Expectations For Rookie RB

The best small-school quarterbacks in NFL history

The '2023 NFL sack leaders' quiz

Jordan Love News / NFL Analysis Network / 3 hours ago

Packers GM Makes Bold Statement On Jordan Love’s Future

The Green Bay Packers appear to be in good hands with quarterback Jordan Love, and general manager Brian Gutekunst is looking forward to a bright future with him.

Green Bay Packers News / NFL Analysis Network / 1 hour ago

Packers’ Coach Doesn’t Hold Back On Expectations For Rookie RB

The Green Bay Packers signed running back Josh Jacobs in free agency, but they apparently weren’t done addressing the position. In the third round of the NFL Draft, the Packers selected USC’s MarShawn Lloyd and were widely praised for the shrewd pick.

Green Bay Packers News / FanNation Packer Central / May 6

Packers Sign Three Players, Release Three

For Dimitri Stanley and Julian Hicks, a pair of undrafted rookie receivers, and guard Lecitus Smith, a former Arizona Cardinals draft pick, their performance at the Green Bay Packers’ rookie camp earned them spots on the roster.

Jordan Love News / NFL Analysis Network / 1 hour ago

NFL Analyst Doesn’t Hold Back On Packers QB Jordan Love

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love had a terrific 2023 campaign, particularly in the second half of the season when he led the Packers to a 6-2 record and a playoff appearance.

NFL News / Yardbarker / 8 hours ago

Three offseason moves the Patriots must make

Now that the 2024 NFL Draft is officially in the books, teams are in the process of rounding out their rosters in preparation for training camp. Here are three moves the Patriots should make as the offseason winds down.

Patriots hoping rookie can make significant change in NFL

Patriots giving Drake Maye chance to compete for QB1 job

The most notable single-season declines in NFL history

Kitan Oladapo News / PackersTalk.com / 3 minutes ago

MEET THE PACKERS: Kitan Oladapo

If you’re like me, dear reader, then you are very much enjoying the process of learning about the newest rookie Packers. I figured I’d use my weekly column to introduce us to a few of them.

Matt Lafleur News / 5 GOATs / May 5

Packers HC Matt LaFleur underwent surgery for torn pectoral muscle

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur is dealing with an injury as the team is going through offseason workouts. While speaking to reporters on Friday, LaFleur revealed that he underwent surgery for a torn pectoral muscle.