Cheesehead
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- Mar 19, 2019
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Michael from Chanhassen, MN
Wow! Thanks for the detailed information! Holy buckets, all that being done before the play clock hits zero, amazing.
I had to chuckle to myself when Spoff asked me to proof that response to make sure it was comprehendible for readers. I don't think I could've written it any better.
Dave from Sparta, WI
Players have spoken highly of coach Jerry Gray, and after listening to a couple of his interviews, I find myself leaning in a bit more when he speaks. What is it about him that resonates with so many?
Gray was a former first-round pick who played for years at a high level. His coaching resume in Minnesota also speaks for itself. That being said, I think it's the conviction with which he speaks. The guy isn't talking for the sake of talking. Every word serves a purpose. There's no fat there. I think his players respect that.
Dean from Leavenworth, IN
The speculation for the last six months has been that Allen Lazard will be WR2 (I concur). Only one week into camp so it's early but have you seen anything in the last week that might make you think that might not be the case come Sept.13?
He's going to have a role in this offense, but we also have such a long way to go before the opener in Minnesota. A lot of these receivers have had good days. The most consistent one will line up opposite Davante Adams on Sept. 13.
Roger from Eau Claire, WI
You may be tired of questions about how individual players have looked during the first week but I keep pulling for Jake Kumerow and haven't heard much about him. Any insights on how he is stacking up in the WR competition?
More of the same. The guy puts everything he has into every route he runs. There hasn't been like this seminal moment in practice, so to speak, but Kumerow brings it every day.
Dale from Lima, NY
With the increase this year in the size of practice squads, how would you assign the 16 players? I don't mean specific real-life players. I mean which positions would you be sure to cover on the squad, and how many players for each of those positions? Or would it be entirely about which real-life players you wanted to keep around? Or a combination of both? Or would you break out a ouija board and let the spirits of dearly departed Packers make the call?
I'm not getting into exact positions but I would keep one or two veteran free agents on it. The NFL has loosened its restrictions on who's eligible. With all these COVID questions, I'd look to take advantage of those extra spots with some experience, in addition to developing your other 12-14 prospects.
Dave from Germantown, TN
How far from Lambeau Field will the ambient noise be able to be heard? Will the noise become cheers for Packers' first downs and boos if penalties are called in key moments? Inquiring minds want to know.
You got a laugh out of me with that one. No, it's just one steady flow of ambient noise. It kind of sounds like a crowd of people chattering, with hornets buzzing underneath it. To everyone worried little Tommy or Susie will hear naughty words on TV, I can tell you that shouldn't be a problem if the NFL keeps the maximum decibel level where it is. Any louder and I wouldn't be able to hear myself think.