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I am probably the driver of the “Green Bay Packers don’t need a running back” bandwagon. So it may be funny that I took the time to talk with Brandon Saine this week at training camp. The fact is the Packers will always have running backs, it’s just part of football.
So why Saine? I like his story. It fits in line with numerous Packers on this roster; undrafted free agent, practice squad time and take advantage of your chances. Saine has done that. Once he got the call last year, he instantly found himself on the field with a chance to contribute. This year will be the same. With James Starks always banged up and Alex Green coming off a serious knee injury, Saine could be in for extended time in this, his 2nd NFL season.
Here is my conversation with Saine from Wednesday…
Question: ”Last year you came in and you’re in the Green Mile (extra locker room)as an undrafted free agent and were able to stick around. This year, you’re in the big locker room
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