An ill-timed ACL tear could prove costly for Christian Watson. Not only is the Packers wide receiver entering a contract year, his injury occurring in January has been expected to keep him off the field into next season. A tentative timetable has emerged, with The Athletic’s Matt Schneidman pointing to a likelihood of at least a half-season absence taking place. Brian Gutekunst … [Read more...] about NFC North Notes: Watson, Lions, Vikings
NFC North Notes: Watson, Lions, Vikings
An ill-timed ACL tear could prove costly for Christian Watson. Not only is the Packers wide receiver entering a contract year, his injury occurring in January has been expected to keep him off the field into next season. A tentative timetable has emerged, with The Athletic’s Matt Schneidman pointing to a likelihood of at least a half-season absence taking place. Brian Gutekunst … [Read more...] about NFC North Notes: Watson, Lions, Vikings
Packers’ Elgton Jenkins Expected To Play Center In 2025
As expected, Aaron Banks‘ arrival in Green Bay will displace one of the team’s incumbent offensive guards. Packers GM Brian Gutekunst told reporters that left guard Elgton Jenkins will be switching to center in 2025 (via Matt Schneidman of The Athletic). [RELATED: Packers Expected To Sign Aaron Banks] “We feel he’s got a chance to be an All-Pro center,” Gutekunst said today. … [Read more...] about Packers’ Elgton Jenkins Expected To Play Center In 2025
NFL Competition Committee ‘Split’ On Tush Push Ban
In 2022, the Eagles introduced the “tush push,” an extremely effective quarterback sneak with players pushing Jalen Hurts from behind to secure first downs in short-yardage situations. Three years later, the NFL is considering banning the play based on a proposal submitted by the Packers. The proposed rule change would “prohibit an offensive player from pushing a teammate who … [Read more...] about NFL Competition Committee ‘Split’ On Tush Push Ban
Packers Aim To Resolve Jaire Alexander Situation Before Draft
Indications from earlier this offseason pointed to Jaire Alexander‘s time with the Packers coming to an end in 2025. The high-priced cornerback remains on Green Bay’s roster for now, but a soft deadline has emerged for a resolution. Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said at Monday’s league meetings he hopes this situation will come to an end before the draft (h/t Matt … [Read more...] about Packers Aim To Resolve Jaire Alexander Situation Before Draft