Zero2Cool
15 years ago
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Visions of footballs flying through the air must give Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Dom Capers nightmares.

The defense held its own last season except against top-flight quarterbacks. If theres an Achilles heel on this team, its pass defense, which got shredded by Brett Favre, Ben Roethlisberger and Kurt Warner. Thats one area that needs shoring up through the draft, which is just 18 days away.

Here is a ranking of the Packers by position, in order of greatest need:

Outside linebacker The best way to improve the pass defense is to sack, hit and pressure opposing quarterbacks. The Packers have one bona fide rusher at right outside linebacker in Clay Matthews. They desperately need another one on the left side to complement him.

Cornerback The second-best way to improve pass defense is to establish a strong and deep secondary. The Packers have a solid foundation with all-world Charles Woodson, and Tramon Williams continues to improve. But injuries to Al Harris, Will Blackmon and Pat Lee decimated the position and left the Packers vulnerable. More depth is needed, especially as Woodson and Harris age.

Tackle Re-signing veterans Chad Clifton and Mark Tauscher bought the Packers some time but with a draft deep in quality tackles, now is the time to build for the future.

Safety Nick Collins provides a Pro Bowl presence, but Atari Bigby has endured two years of injuries and ineffectiveness, and the depth chart drops off quickly after that.

Special teams The Packers have ignored the crucial punter and kickoff return positions for too long. The time has come to stop talking about the importance of special teams and do something about it.

Defensive end Cullen Jenkins is in the final year of his contract, so the Packers must assess his value. If they dont want to shell out big bucks to keep him, they will need a replacement. Johnny Jolly has over-achieved but must overcome legal issues, while Justin Harrell gets one last chance to shed his bust label.

Running back The Packers can get by with what they have, and Ahman Green makes for a nice contingency plan, but what a difference a dynamic third-down back could make.

Tight end Jermichael Finley will make the Pro Bowl if he keeps his head on straight, but more depth wouldnt hurt.

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers is tough as nails and survived 51 sacks last season, while Matt Flynn could prove to be a capable backup. But it would be wise to begin grooming a capable third quarterback.

Center Scott Wells proved himself worthy last season, and Jason Spitz isnt a bad backup plan if things dont work out for him at guard.

Guard Josh Sitton is solid on the right side, and the left side will pit Daryn Colledge vs. Spitz in a winner-take-all training camp war. T.J. Lang is waiting in the wings and provides adequate depth.

Inside linebacker Nick Barnett, A.J. Hawk and Brandon Chillar form a highly paid, highly efficient presence in the middle of the defense, with Desmond Bishop champing at the bit to join them.

Receiver Weve been waiting for Donald Drivers decline for years, but it hasnt happened because the man plays with a huge heart. Once again, Driver and Greg Jennings will provide explosiveness and production and will get plenty of support from James Jones and Jordy Nelson.

Nose tackle Ryan Pickett received a well-deserved new contract and along with B.J. Raji forms the best 1-2 nose tackle punch in the NFL.


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gijoe82
15 years ago
I have said it before if Ted Thompson is anything it aint predictable. My guess is we trade out of the 1st. Then something wacky like picking a Center or Nose tackle.
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Packers_Finland
15 years ago

I have said it before if Ted Thompson is anything it aint predictable. My guess is we trade out of the 1st. Then something wacky like picking a Center or Nose tackle.

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Nah, we get two early second round picks and draft Colt McCoy and Brandon LaFell. Ow, saying that hurts my brain.
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Dulak
15 years ago
I agree partly with the article -
but what I dont agree with is ...

TE position is too high ranked should be practically at the bottom. Lee, finley, and havner ...
I see QB as a bit higher - flynn isnt that good. We need to groom someone up to be a good backup.

If all these CBs getting better from their injuries we will be inudated at that position ie not sure how they will handle that.

I like that the OLB is first - IMO thats a must.
Pack93z
15 years ago
I have said it about 15 - 20 times.. IMO, the greatest need we have on the defensive side is a high football IQ safety that can communicate the adjustments effectively..

I think more importantly to the defense.. we have to find a poignant leader of that group.. but I highly doubt that any rookie can come in and become that this year...
"The oranges are dry; the apples are mealy; and the papayas... I don't know what's going on with the papayas!"
RaiderPride
15 years ago
My wish list is pretty much on line with this article.

One thing I reall would love to see is for the Pakers to find a very special return man. Especially after I watched the Packers Superbowl win over the Pats yesterday.
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go.pack.go.
15 years ago

Nose tackle Ryan Pickett received a well-deserved new contract and along with B.J. Raji forms the best 1-2 nose tackle punch in the NFL.



This got me excited...
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zombieslayer
15 years ago
I agree mostly of what he said, except I don't think there's a place in the NFL any more for 3 QBs. Fill your 53rd spot with something you actually use. If your #1 and #2 QBs go down anyways, season's over. You might as well just pick up someone off the street.
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tromadz
15 years ago
He listed QB a greater need than DT?

Don't get me wrong, I love our DTs(so does he apparently) but...getting a QB is the last thing we should do. Yeah get someone to back up Rodgers(even though I think Flynn could be a good guy to do that) but how about get players that will actually play, like backup DTs,etc.

Draft is approaching, it snuck up on me, and I liked it.
zombieslayer
15 years ago
Screw backing up Rodgers. Seriously. Don't even waste a pick on that. Absolute last need.

OLB, CB, S, T, get BPA of those for our first pick.

STs need to be addressed too, but pass defense (including the pass rush) and OL are our primary concerns. I'd be very happy if we didn't draft a QB, WR, and RB this draft.
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Mucky Tundra (27-Apr) : Cowboys 1st round pick Tyler Booker will indeed be bringing his pet turtle to Dallas with him
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Zero2Cool (27-Apr) : Simmons put up an emoji with cheese.
beast (27-Apr) : Not sure anyone is interested in Isaiah Simmons... Collin Oliver might of taken his potential slot
beast (27-Apr) : I'm going with Jax Ulbrich is not telling the whole truth... he accidentally came across it? Why would a defensive coordinator have a QB #?
Zero2Cool (27-Apr) : He's not that great, but final piece of the script.\
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Mucky Tundra (27-Apr) : Colts 1st round TE Tyler Warren also got prank called, was that Jax Ulbrich as well?
Zero2Cool (27-Apr) : Jax Ulbrich, Jeff Ulbrich’s son, released an apology for his role in the Shedeur Sanders prank call.
Martha Careful (27-Apr) : apparently he did not participate in practice or play on the east west shrine game nor the NFL combine. The kid was a mediocre spoiled brat
Mucky Tundra (27-Apr) : Yeah that one that was a super wounded duck that Sanders supporters are highlighting to prove a point
Zero2Cool (27-Apr) : Shough is the guy who missed guys at combine isn't he?
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Mucky Tundra (26-Apr) : Was that for the team or the city?
Zero2Cool (26-Apr) : Adam Schefter @AdamSchefter · 3m Draft grade is in: Green Bay gets an A. The people, the city, the venue were all superb. NFL Draft’s next
Zero2Cool (26-Apr) : Matt LaFleur says Jaire Alexander is participating in #Packers offseason program, which has been conducted virtually during this first week
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TheKanataThrilla (26-Apr) : Sam Howell to Vikings...guess no Aaron
Martha Careful (26-Apr) : 1 round 7 min, with one extra minute if there is a trade. 2nd round 4 minutes, 3rd -3, 2 thereafter IMO
Martha Careful (26-Apr) : Agree
dfosterf (26-Apr) : Great idea imo
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