Yerko
14 years ago
Hopefully with the extra rest Driver did receive this off-season and his better listening skills to the trainers and doctors, he will be able to come close to a 1,000 yard season. However, I agree with him that when you are on a team like the Packers a 600-700 yard season is just as good with the talent that surrounds him.

He does come off as a little paranoid that he might just lose his spot to someone like Jordy and after all his time as a starter for the Packers, you can't really blame him. I think Driver would be the type of player to take a lesser role on the team even though he does want to be a starter. Hoping he doesn't have to take a lesser role this year and shows some glimpses of the old DD.
UserPostedImage
wpr
  • wpr
  • Preferred Member Topic Starter
14 years ago
Actually being the starter is only a name. Who runs the most plays is more significant. And with the 3-4 man WR formations there will be plenty of opportunities for everyone to succeed.

What might be more important is who will run the drag routes. Who is going to be the one who runs the crossing routes trying to pick up the extra defenders. And who will be the one who comes in to the presumably open area afterward.
UserPostedImage
Zero2Cool
14 years ago
If starting means that much to Driver, let him be on the field the first play and then continue with the game plan afterwards. Problem solved. Or start 3 WR every game and one running back lol...

Wait, would that work?

QB
RB
OL, OL, OL, OL, OL
TE
WR, WR, WR


Yes, it will. There, problem solved.
UserPostedImage
Pack93z
14 years ago
Starter is nothing more than a label.. especially in the Green Bay system. It is overrated and plays upon ones ego.. nothing more.



As I read it.. and I could be wrong here totally.. but in context that meaning carries more of being a productive member of the offense.



We had a thread early this offseason discussing the same premise.. starter in this offense at WR... was the same as it is now in this aspect. Screw the label and be productive... things will take care of themselves in playing time and recognition.



The only guys that have a legitimate grip on starter/playing time are younger guys just coming up and not getting a chance. Example would be Bishop sitting behind say a Hawk and Barnett waiting for his opportunity for a couple of years.  Driver doesn't qualify in that category.
"The oranges are dry; the apples are mealy; and the papayas... I don't know what's going on with the papayas!"
beast
14 years ago
What I think Driver means as a reduced role is he starts the game, but the "back-up" gets to play more snaps. But the Packers did the same thing in 2009 with Donald Lee and Finley... Lee got the start if they started with only one TE set until week 12. Though I think Finley was getting more snaps.
UserPostedImage
DakotaT
14 years ago
You guys are all forgetting about salaries, and believe me, there is a difference between the #2 receiver and the #3 receiver. That's why you let training camp decided this shit instead of nostalgic, emotional fans. Hell, some Packer fans would still have Favre at QB and would have missed out on Rodgers. Jorde stepped up last year, and Driver is regressing.


UserPostedImage
zombieslayer
14 years ago

I would love to see him hit 10,000 yards (and get another two rings hehe).

Originally Posted by: MassPackersFan 



The second part far more important than the first. I'd rather see him with 3 rings than a Hall of Fame candidate. I think Driver probably feels the same way (although I obviously can't speak for him).
My man Donald Driver
UserPostedImage
(thanks to Pack93z for the pic)
2010 will be seen as the beginning of the new Packers dynasty. šŸ‡¹šŸ‡¹ šŸ‡²šŸ‡² šŸ‡¦šŸ‡·
Zero2Cool
14 years ago

You guys are all forgetting about salaries, and believe me, there is a difference between the #2 receiver and the #3 receiver. That's why you let training camp decided this shit instead of nostalgic, emotional fans. Hell, some Packer fans would still have Favre at QB and would have missed out on Rodgers. Jordy stepped up last year, and Driver is regressing.

Originally Posted by: DakotaT 



Why should we believe you? You're an asshole. Show us three random #2 and #3 WR tandem salaries that support your statement, otherwise, I'm changing your name to 'vikesrule jr'.



UserPostedImage
DakotaT
14 years ago

Why should we believe you? You're an asshole. Show us three random #2 and #3 WR tandem salaries that support your statement, otherwise, I'm changing your name to 'vikesrule jr'.


Originally Posted by: Zero2Cool 



That work is for Geeks like you. I'm paid for my expert opinions. 🤫


Sorry Zero, but I won't conform on this issue. I don't think Driver is a starter anymore, and I'll never bend over on the idea that you start a guy over somebody that's better. We're already going to lose Jones becuase Driver is staying too long at the party - should we lose Nelson too?
UserPostedImage
Zero2Cool
14 years ago
Dear vikesrule jr,

When I skimmed the article, I got the impression that Driver felt he was almost 'owed' the starting position. I disagree with that and I feel every starting position should be earned in training camp. Competition breeds excellence.

UserPostedImage
Fan Shout
dfosterf (25-Jul) : It's my one day deal complaint dept. on shareholder meeting day
dfosterf (25-Jul) : Probably a homer access credential intimidation kinda thing
dfosterf (25-Jul) : Meathead "journalists" skip this, concentrating on operational revenue when convenient. They switch when net revenue is more favorable.
dfosterf (25-Jul) : Resulting in an actual drop of net revenue of 12.5%. She is from Minnesota. Just sayin'
dfosterf (25-Jul) : Any plans to hold Maureen Smith (CFO) accountable for a 95% drop in investment revenue?
Mucky Tundra (25-Jul) : In your face, HBO!
Mucky Tundra (25-Jul) : @ByRyanWood Mark Murphy: ā€œA great source of pride of mine is that we were never on Hard Knocks.ā€
Mucky Tundra (25-Jul) : *years
Mucky Tundra (25-Jul) : @mattschneidman Mark Murphy says he anticipates ā€œmany Packers gamesā€ being played in Germany, Ireland and/or the U.K. over the next 5-10 yea
dfosterf (25-Jul) : *cafeteria* I have hit my head also, so I sympathize
dfosterf (25-Jul) : Possibly hit his head leaning into the glass protecting the food in the cafateria
dfosterf (25-Jul) : Maybe a low flying drone
dfosterf (25-Jul) : Did Savion Williams run into a goalpost or something?
Mucky Tundra (25-Jul) : also, no bueno when a guy starts getting concussions right off the bat in his career
Zero2Cool (25-Jul) : Concussion is worse. Banks probably vet off day via back booboo claim
Mucky Tundra (25-Jul) : @AndyHermanNFL Jordy Nelson out at camp today. No word if he’s in play for one of the two open roster spots ; )
dfosterf (25-Jul) : Is that better or worse than Banks bad back?
Zero2Cool (25-Jul) : Savion concussion ... not good.
packerfanoutwest (24-Jul) : Aaron Rodgers’s first pass of first team period was picked off
Mucky Tundra (24-Jul) : tbh I didn't hear of his passing
Zero2Cool (24-Jul) : Cosby Show. Malcom Jamal Warner I think is real name
Mucky Tundra (24-Jul) : I was thinking of Ozzy and Hulk
Mucky Tundra (24-Jul) : Who's Theo?
Zero2Cool (24-Jul) : How is Theo alliteration?
Mucky Tundra (24-Jul) : Bad week for people whose names are alliterations
Zero2Cool (24-Jul) : Hulk Hogan gone too.
Zero2Cool (24-Jul) : Oh, it's toe injury
Zero2Cool (24-Jul) : Hope it's not serious. that would stink
dfosterf (24-Jul) : Sounds like an ankle not a knee for Fields
dfosterf (24-Jul) : Ya Flaccp on Browns
Zero2Cool (24-Jul) : Maybe Tyrod Taylor instead
Zero2Cool (24-Jul) : He's on Browns, right?
dfosterf (24-Jul) : They would probably go with Flacco is my guess if Fields out
dfosterf (24-Jul) : Fleece 'em again!
Zero2Cool (24-Jul) : Malik Willis might be someone Jets come after
packerfanoutwest (24-Jul) : Packers introduce 1923-inspired classic uniform, leather-look helmet
Zero2Cool (23-Jul) : Both LB Quay Walker and Rookie DB Micah Robinson have passed their physicals
Zero2Cool (23-Jul) : Happy to see site feels more snappy snappy
Zero2Cool (23-Jul) : No sir. I did not.
dfosterf (23-Jul) : You didn't get free childcare when you were at work?
wpr (23-Jul) : These guys make hundreds of thousands of dollars a year. Pay for their own childcare.
dfosterf (23-Jul) : 2nd issue. Number 1 issue was no gameday childcare. 1 of 3 teams not providing it
Zero2Cool (23-Jul) : Suppose if locker room is main issue, we sitting pretty
wpr (23-Jul) : I thought so Mucky. In those useless player polls GB always rates high overall. Locker is a part of it.
Mucky Tundra (23-Jul) : Wasn't the locker room just updated like 6 or 7 years ago?
Zero2Cool (23-Jul) : I have forum updated on different site. We'll see how this one goes before going to that
Zero2Cool (23-Jul) : Elgton Jenkins has a back injury, is expect to end contract dispute
wpr (23-Jul) : It's funny the PA complained about the locker room. It wasn't that long ago it was top shelf. Things change in a hurry.
wpr (23-Jul) : The site is much more better.
Zero2Cool (23-Jul) : NFLPA report said Packers lockerroom needed upgrade. Whining bout where you change?
Please sign in to use Fan Shout
2025 Packers Schedule
Sunday, Sep 7 @ 3:25 PM
LIONS
Thursday, Sep 11 @ 7:15 PM
COMMANDERS
Sunday, Sep 21 @ 12:00 PM
Browns
Sunday, Sep 28 @ 7:20 PM
Cowboys
Sunday, Oct 12 @ 3:25 PM
BENGALS
Sunday, Oct 19 @ 3:25 PM
Cardinals
Sunday, Oct 26 @ 7:20 PM
Steelers
Sunday, Nov 2 @ 12:00 PM
PANTHERS
Monday, Nov 10 @ 7:15 PM
EAGLES
Sunday, Nov 16 @ 12:00 PM
Giants
Sunday, Nov 23 @ 12:00 PM
VIKINGS
Thursday, Nov 27 @ 12:00 PM
Lions
Sunday, Dec 7 @ 12:00 PM
BEARS
Sunday, Dec 14 @ 3:25 PM
Broncos
Friday, Dec 19 @ 11:00 PM
Bears
Friday, Dec 26 @ 11:00 PM
RAVENS
Saturday, Jan 3 @ 11:00 PM
Vikings
Recent Topics
25-Jul / Around The NFL / Mucky Tundra

25-Jul / Green Bay Packers Talk / Mucky Tundra

25-Jul / Green Bay Packers Talk / TheKanataThrilla

25-Jul / Green Bay Packers Talk / dfosterf

25-Jul / Around The NFL / beast

24-Jul / Green Bay Packers Talk / Martha Careful

24-Jul / Around The NFL / beast

24-Jul / Green Bay Packers Talk / Mucky Tundra

23-Jul / Green Bay Packers Talk / beast

23-Jul / Green Bay Packers Talk / wpr

22-Jul / Random Babble / Zero2Cool

22-Jul / Green Bay Packers Talk / Zero2Cool

22-Jul / Green Bay Packers Talk / Zero2Cool

20-Jul / Green Bay Packers Talk / Mucky Tundra

20-Jul / Green Bay Packers Talk / Mucky Tundra

Headlines
Copyright Ā© 2006 - 2025 PackersHome.comā„¢. All Rights Reserved.