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As the Packers look to upgrade their defensive line, one free-agent option could be DT Shelby Harris. Seattle recently released Harris in a cap-saving move after his first year with the team. The eight-year veteran proved a valuable contributor for the Seahawks after arriving as part of the Russell Wilson trade package. In 2022, he recorded 44 tackles, five TFLs, two sacks, and four PBUs over 15 games. Experienced and versatile, Harris could be a valuable addition to the Green Bay defense. Run Defense Harris is a high-quality run defender. He consistently plays with outstanding pad level, extension, and block…

As fans have become increasingly interested in the NFL Draft over the past few years, one of the online tools that has gained popularity is RAS (Relative Athletic Score). Developed by Kent Lee Platte, RAS is a way to measure how athletic a prospect is compared to others of the same position. It is a fun, intuitive way to compare prospects and gain an overview of their athletic profile. For Packers fans, RAS has become particularly valuable – Green Bay frequently covets highly athletic prospects, so RAS has become one indicator of who they may prefer to draft. There is…

As Green Bay looks to fill out their roster for 2023, they have a significant hole at defensive tackle following the loss of Dean Lowry and Jarran Reed. However, they also have numerous other needs to address. Tight end, wide receiver, and edge rusher are all positions they could look to bolster. Given their other roster needs, it is possible that they could wait to add a defensive tackle or two until the later parts of the NFL Draft. If they do take this route, here are a few defensive lineman who could be available on Day 3 of the…

With star edge rusher Rashan Gary likely to miss time at the beginning of the 2023 season, the Green Bay Packers could look to make some additions to their group of outside linebackers. Kingsley Enagbare stood out as a rookie, but there is little quality depth behind him and Preston Smith. There are several EDGE rusher options that could be available on the free agent market. One such player could be Samson Ebukam, a six-year veteran who has played for the Rams and 49ers. Ebukam put together a solid year in 2022, racking up 36 tackles, 5 sacks, 7 TFLs,…

With Adrian Amos a free agent and Darnell Savage coming off of an underwhelming year, the Packers could look to upgrade at safety. One option could be former Giants safety Julian Love. In 2022, the four-year veteran recorded 124 tackles, 6 TFLs, 2 interceptions, 5 PBUs, 1 sack, and 1 forced fumble. Love was appointed a team captain before the season, and was recently named one of the NFL’s most improved players by Nate Tice of The Athletic. Love is a versatile, athletically talented safety who can help fill the void left by Amos. Run Defense Love is a willing,…

As the Green Bay Packers approach the NFL’s free agency period and draft, there are several spots the team could look to upgrade. Although rookies Christian Watson and Romeo Doubs came on towards the end of last season, the Packers still need to add playmakers in the passing game. Receivers and tight ends will likely top fan wish-lists. The safety room needs bodies as well, with Darnell Savage coming off a rough season and both Adrian Amos and Rudy Ford entering free agency. With Rashan Gary likely out for the first part of the year, Green Bay’s edge rushing corps…

As the final week of the NFL regular season approaches, the Packers are in prime position. After winning multiple critical games following the Week 14 bye, the team controls its own destiny at 8-8. A critical part of this turnaround has been a resurgent defense. Joe Barry’s unit has secured 9 sacks, 2 forced fumbles and 7 interceptions over that stretch, holding its three post-bye opponents to an average of approximately 16.3 PPG. That number is a bit deceptive, however, considering that they allowed 14 points to the Vikings after pulling most of their starters in a 41-3 blowout. If…

It doesn’t get much more high-stakes than the Packers’ matchup against the Vikings on Sunday. In addition to being a bitter divisional rivalry, the matchup could very well decide the Packers’ playoff push. If Green Bay loses, than their path to the postseason becomes incredibly difficult. Facing an offense led by the otherworldly ability of Justin Jefferson and augmented by players like Dalvin Cook, K.J. Osborn, and T.J. Hockenson, the Packers will likely have to put up some serious offensive production of their own. Unfortunately, budding star Christian Watson, arguably Green Bay’s most explosive weapon, is dealing with a hip…

When the Packers drafted Devonte Wyatt in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft, fans were excited to see that the Packers were finally trying to improve the defensive trenches. For years, fans had been calling for Kenny Clark to receive some help. Ever since Mike Daniels departed, Clark had been the only Green Bay defensive lineman to provide steady, quality play. Green Bay’s front office seemed content to cycle through lackluster players like Tyler Lancaster, Kingsley Keke, and Montravius Adams. That tendency seemed to change with the drafting of Wyatt. Unfortunately, despite his high draft position, Wyatt has…

few Early on this season, there were multiple questions floating around the Packers’ struggling offense. One such question was, “What is going on with A.J. Dillon?” The former second round pick looked like a shell of his past self, recording only a single touchdown and one run of 20+ yards through the first 11 weeks of the season. However, the last few weeks have been a different story.  The powerful back has racked up a touchdown in consecutive games while putting together over 200 all-purpose yards. Against the Bears, he recorded his highest rushing total of the year – 93…