By: Paul Bretl 5/30/24 At least from the outside looking in, there is quite a bit of uncertainty in regards to what to expect from Eric Stokes during the 2024 season. However, if the offseason is an indication of what’s in store, then a bounce-back season could be on the horizon. “I think he’s as…… Continue Reading »
By: Paul Bretl 5/30/24 The Green Bay Packers held their second OTA practice that was open to the media on Wednesday. Here are my key takeaways and observations from what took place. Who was in and who was out? Zach Tom and Tucker Kraft were still sidelined as they recover from pec injuries. Kitan Oladapo was…… Continue Reading »
By: Paul Bretl 5/29/24 The competition at kicker for the Green Bay Packers is already well underway, and second-year player Anders Carlson is making sure to embrace it. “I think it’s something you embrace,” said Carlson after Tuesday’s practice. “I think when you’re in the NFL, you’re going to compete. Whether you see people in your building or not, it’s a competitive business. So, no, it’s all about staying in your…… Continue Reading »
By: Paul Bretl 5/28/24 This will be the second week of Organized Team Activities (OTAs) for the Green Bay Packers, with Wednesday’s practice open to the media. Last week’s practice that we were able to view was moving at a slower pace during team drills. Matt LaFleur mentioned afterward that this was intentional, with the focus being on teaching, and as the players get…… Continue Reading »
By: Paul Bretl 5/28/24 This will be the second week of Organized Team Activities (OTAs) for the Green Bay Packers, with Wednesday’s practice open to the media. Last week’s practice that we were able to view was moving at a slower pace during team drills. Matt LaFleur mentioned afterward that this was intentional, with the focus being on teaching, and as the players get…… Continue Reading »
By: Paul Bretl 5/24/24 Green Bay Packers’ defensive tackle Kenny Clark has spent his entire career, including his time at UCLA, playing in a 3-4 defense. So, as Clark enters his ninth NFL season, change is in store for him, but it’s something he’s looking forward to. “I think it’s going to be really good,” said Clark on transitioning to a 4-3 scheme. “It’s…… Continue Reading »
By: Paul Bretl 5/24/24 The Green Bay Packers drafted left tackle Jordan Morgan in the first round, providing competition for Rasheed Walker. However, after playing 974 snaps last season, Walker is confident in his ability to prepare and perform on the field. “I feel elite,” said Walker after Tuesday’s OTA practice. “Names and labels don’t really dictate how I move. I see man…… Continue Reading »
By: Paul Bretl 5/22/24 Zach Tom has big goals entering his third NFL season, but that will have to be put on hold as he deals with a pec injury that will keep him sidelined for the time being. Tuesday’s OTA practice was the first open to the media. As the team went through warmups, Tom…… Continue Reading »
By: Paul Bretl 5/22/24 Tuesday was the first Packers’ OTA practice that was open to the media, and as the players were going through their stretching period, it was clear that defensive tackle Coby Wooden had put on some weight during the offseason. “I think a lot of our guys do (look different), quite frankly,” said Matt LaFleur after practice, “but…… Continue Reading »
By: Paul Bretl 5/21/24 Organized Team Activities (OTAs) are underway for the Green Bay Packers. This is the first opportunity this offseason where the Packers’ incoming rookies, new free agent additions, and returning players will be in the building and on the practice field together. Over the next three weeks of OTAs, one practice each…… Continue Reading »