It seems like just yesterday everyone was discussing, who is Aaron Rodgers going to throw to this season? In fact, I’m sure if you scroll through the bowels of social media, you’ll still see people naively asking this question today. But before the opening kickoff in Minnesota, some thought this would be a big season…
One of the more critical positions in the Packers offense is Tight End. They are required to do it all; run and pass block effectively as well as being a reliable receiver. Without effective play from the position, it severely limits how Matt LaFleur can call the offense. Between free agents, existing players and the draft,…
In the first part of a full position-by-position group analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the Packers’ roster, Gil and J.J. don’t hold back at all as they dive into the running back and tight end rooms. Learn about the different types of tight ends the Packers utilize and the various running back needs…
Matt LaFleur’s offense in Green Bay is kind to the team’s tight ends. The Packers utilized 12 personnel on 24% of their offensive plays via sharpfootballstats.com, providing Robert Tonyan, Marcedes Lewis, Jace Sternberger, Josiah Deguara, and Dominique Dafney opportunities to show their skill sets. Robert Tonyan had a breakout year in 2020 and became a…
The Green Bay Packers’ offense silenced critics with a complete dismantling of the rival Minnesota Vikings on Sunday. Aaron Rodgers looked like his MVP self and defied his usual criticisms. He played on-time, took checkdowns when available, and his footwork was sharp. One game may be too little data to draw conclusions, but it confirms…
Jacob, Jason and Paul discuss the tight end position and how the Packers might address it this offseason. Also a conversation about Aaron Jones and the reported mutual interest between he and the Packers. —–Pulse of the Pack is the spot for what’s new with the Green Bay Packers. Jacob Westendorf (@JacobWestendorf) hosts along with Jason…
As is tradition this time of year, the possibility of the Green Bay Packers adding a big-name tight end through free agency is nigh. This idea may feel fans with either hope or despair. After negotiations with Jared Cook fell through after 2016, the Packers compensated by signing Martellus Bennett (bringing ultimate despair) and Lance…
