Author: McQuade Arnold

Kurt  Benkert has brought awareness to issues off the football field for years on Twitter.  On Thursday, the Michigan State Football program announced that it was looking for student volunteers.  These volunteers would help in various creative areas with the program. That request prompted an interesting response from Green Bay Packers QB, Kurt Benkert: https://twitter.com/KurtBenkert/status/1517220483766358017?s=20&t=b40hR9JE5G7n_RwxN0r9sQ “Do you know how much these skills actually pay,” wrote Benkert. “Michigan State apparently brought in $42,065,554 in revenue from football last year, but wants free help to grow their brand. L” Kurt Benkert spent his college playing days at both East Carolina (2013-1015) and…

The New York Giants are looking to trade wide receiver Kadarius Toney.  They have reportedly been making calls to see what they can get for their 2021 first-round pick. Toney has opted not to take part in the team’s voluntary offseason program under new coach Brian Daboll, which could serve as the last straw for the Giants. https://twitter.com/PLeonardNYDN/status/1517620824584466432?s=20&t=7ZRGws4ofbo3ZvMwc67Hrg According to Leonard, “There was some internal momentum for bailing on Toney during his tumultuous rookie season a year ago. His commitment came into question behind the scenes during his rookie year due to lack of playbook study, poor meeting behavior and frequent…

I am sure you have heard by now, but Brian Gutekunst loves trading up in the first round.  In three of four drafts as the Packers General Manager Gutekunst has traded up into the first round: Packers 2018 Draft:  Brian Gutekunst initially traded back in the first round, only to trade up to take Jaire Alexander.  In round number 3 he traded up again to take Oren Burks. Packers 2019 Draft: Brian Gutekunst traded up to take Darnell Savage with the 21st pick in the 2019 NFL draft. Packers 2020 Draft: As we all know, Brian Gutekunst traded up in…

The Deebo Samuel trade market is in full swing. Many teams have reportedly reached out about Deebo, but according to Jeremy Fowler, three teams seem to sit atop the list. The Jets, Lions, and Packers have expressed the most interest in trading for Deebo Samuel. What would a trade like this cost? Davante Adams got moved for picks 22 & 53, Tyreek Hill got moved for picks 29 & 50 (amongst others). That price range seems to be the starting point for Deebo. With four picks in the top 60, Green Bay certainly has the draft capital to make an offer.…

DeSean Jackson is one of the greatest deep threats in NFL history.  The former pro-bowl wide receiver has 632 receptions, 11,110 yards, and 58 touchdowns in his career.  He also has over 1,000 return yards and four return touchdowns. His 32 receiving touchdowns of 40 or more yards rank sixth all-time. Yet, his 63.2 yard average on those touchdowns is the second highest of all time. However all that being said, DeSean Jackson turns 36 in December.  If this type of signing were to occur, it would figure to be similar to Sammy Watkins.  A low veteran “prove it” deal. …

Have you ever heard of a team getting full of themselves before the final game has been played?  Yeah, that’s the Chicago Bulls.  Last night the Bulls beat the Bucks 114-110 to tie the playoff series 1-1.  To add injury to insult, Khris Middleton may be out with an MCL sprain. The Bulls’ win yesterday was their first all year against Milwaukee (1-5).  Yet that didn’t stop them from talking trash:  https://twitter.com/chicagobulls/status/1516970669564739587?s=21&t=y8Hdwf4lKASEHiL_a0xBCw Chicago Bulls talking trash about playoffs?  You mean that thing that they haven’t participated in since 2017?  Meanwhile the Bucks are reigning champs? Oh… and you want to…

Deebo Samuel wants to be traded, that was made clear this week. Reports are that it was actually made clear to the San Francisco 49ers last week. Here are the top five trade destinations for Deebo Samuel: Five: New Orleans Saints The Saints are a receiver-needy squad that is welcoming back WR Michael Thomas. He missed all of last season with an ankle injury. After Thomas however, the Saints have myriad of questions among the wide receivers. Marquez Callaway, Tre’Quan Smith and Lil’Jordan Humphrey are each slated to be back in the fold, but none stepped up in 2021. Deebo Samuel would be a…

The Green Bay Packers have been notorious for trading up in the first round under Brian Gutekunst. The Packers also have a major need for wide receiver going into the 2022 season. Is it possible that Green Bay addresses both in the first round of this year’s draft? Bill Barnwell of ESPN predicts that Green Bay does exactly that: Proposed Trade: Green Bay Packers receive: New England Patriots receive: On April 18th, the Patriots began their off-season program with several of their highest-profile players in attendance. A notable name not included on the list of participants? Wide receiver N’Keal Harry. On top…

While mock drafts have been plentiful around the league, very few have included a three team trade. This one however, would be a blockbuster trade between the Packers, Steelers, and Falcons. It would get a number one wide receiver in Green Bay while still keeping their 28th overall pick and both second round picks. Proposed Trade: Green Bay Packers receive: Pittsburgh Steelers receive: Atlanta Falcons receive: Bill Barnwell of ESPN went on to explain this trade: “It’s the first three-team trade here! There are other ways for each of these teams to accomplish their goals, but this gets all three…

The Green Bay Packers are leaving no stone un-turned when it comes to finding a replacement for Davante Adams. That includes a block buster trade like Deebo Samuel: What would it take to get Deebo in Green Bay? If Green Bay (or anyone else) is serious about trading for Samuel, they likely are looking at a massive asking price. Tyreek Hill and Davante Adams both had premium picks in their trade deals. That feels like the minimum for Deebo Samuel. With Green Bay having four picks in the first and second round this year, they could make the move. If…