Packers Bye Week

TBH, Patrick has been doing such a great job, I wouldn't mind seeing him start at C, and bring Myers in off the bench.

Patrick is better at LG than he is at Center .... IMHO starting him at RG and Meyer at C makes us better at 2 positions.

I don't know, Chongo, I think Meyers is an instant upgrade.  He's got monster size and when he went in against Detroit, it felt like our line was really getting some really good push in the running game, not to mention stoning the Detroit pass rush so much that Rodgers had all day - part of that was Bak, obviously.  Patrick has done a really good job though, I agree, and I think he should start at RG.

From packers.com:

The Green Bay Packers have released G Ben Braden, restored WR David Moore to the practice squad off the practice squad reserve/COVID-19 list and released WR Chris Blair from the practice squad. General Manager Brian Gutekunst announced the transactions Monday.

I mentioned in the game thread; it was clear AR had extra time to throw on some of the longer developing plays.  Unfortunately there was rarely anyone open downfield, even with the longer pocket.  Or was that him passing up the quick rhythm hitters and looking for the big chunks again, just because he could?  The quick and easy stuff was serving the offense well and I sure hope he doesn't abandon that part of the gameplan because he knows he'll have more time now that the line is improved.

@DH13 posted:

I mentioned in the game thread; it was clear AR had extra time to throw on some of the longer developing plays.  Unfortunately there was rarely anyone open downfield, even with the longer pocket.  Or was that him passing up the quick rhythm hitters and looking for the big chunks again, just because he could?  The quick and easy stuff was serving the offense well and I sure hope he doesn't abandon that part of the gameplan because he knows he'll have more time now that the line is improved.

I didn’t see the game as I was driving 4 hours to a memorial service for my cousin. However, Rodgers was 14-18 passing. That’s only 4 incompletions. What exactly are you irritated about?  

No one is irritated.  Call it a concern.

Not throwing the ball at all means no one was open.  He was holding the ball longer than he had been in previous weeks = not throwing the ball = doesn't show up in the attempts/completions numbers.  You didn't see the game so you apparently don't know of which you speak.  There were 3-and-outs that probably didn't have to happen.

This was against DET, by the way.

You really can't see if anyone is open on TV. Did it seem like Rodgers was holding the ball? Yes. Normally he has been just getting rid of it. He certainly had a lot of time in the pocket, maybe he was just trying to give Bak and Myers more time to get acclimated.

Very altruistic of him

@Harry Manback posted:

I don't know, Chongo, I think Meyers is an instant upgrade.

Mike Wahle thinks he is too.
He made that comment in the podcast with Ahman Green, linked below

https://twitter.com/MikeWahle6.../1480672395262320651

"...Myers is a monster upgrade"

Cutting of Braden opens up a spot for Cobb and I'll be really surprised if they don't put him back on the practice squad.

@DH13 posted:

I mentioned in the game thread; it was clear AR had extra time to throw on some of the longer developing plays.  Unfortunately there was rarely anyone open downfield, even with the longer pocket.  Or was that him passing up the quick rhythm hitters and looking for the big chunks again, just because he could?  The quick and easy stuff was serving the offense well and I sure hope he doesn't abandon that part of the gameplan because he knows he'll have more time now that the line is improved.

They way were extremely pass heavy to open the game.  I don't think they will admit it, but I think the game plan revolved around putting Bahk through as many pass sets as possible before he exited.   

That and getting Adams record and Rodgers enough work to stay sharp.

@BrainDed posted:

They way were extremely pass heavy to open the game.  I don't think they will admit it, but I think the game plan revolved around putting Bahk through as many pass sets as possible before he exited.   

I think Rodgers said exactly that from the electrical closet. Also, wanted to get Adams the Packers yardage record as packi said

@Satori posted:

Mike Wahle thinks he is too.
He made that comment in the podcast with Ahman Green, linked below

https://twitter.com/MikeWahle6.../1480672395262320651

"...Myers is a monster upgrade"

From a physical standpoint, Wahle qualifies. But admits you may sacrifice other things (namely technique and experience) using him. Myers is the long term future of the position, but I was just saying were I coaching OL, I'd consider going with the horse that got you there this season.

@Chongo posted:

but I was just saying were I coaching OL...

....then your name would be Stenovich and you'd look like this:

Nyuk nyuk nyuk, wise guy.

It’s a nice “problem” to have.  You basically have starter 1 and 1A.  Whoever the coaches thinks gives them the best chance to win starts.  And if the results aren’t there, they have a very capable backup (plan).

@packerboi posted:

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Packers RT Billy Turner off the reserve/COVID-19 list. They also released T Adrian Ealy from the practice squad

Has Turner been activated?

He was never placed on IR. They kept him on the roster but inactive for the games.

2&9 need to be out in lambeau every blessed day kicking and kicking and kicking.  really only thing that concerns me...and return game...my own thought is that 23 cannot play slot - he would be targeted right off...i would not chance that i would give that shoulder the offseason to heal up entirely

Now let's add some snow..

Divisional weekend here in Green Bay is looking COLD. Too early for specifics, but Saturday or Sunday is essentially looking about the same and could be on the order what we are dealing with now. Stay tuned! #GoPackGo pic.twitter.com/5v0LR9fakr

— Luke Sampe (@LukeSampe) January 10, 2022

Throw in a late kickoff too to make it extra

Projected highs of 16 on Saturday and 7 on Sunday.

Irregardless of playing Sat or Sun, looking like a frozen tundra filled broadcast.

A little concerned with that UV Index on each day, but Rodgers is fairly well seasoned and should be accustomed to it regardless.

@H5 posted:

Irregardless of playing Sat or Sun, looking like a frozen tundra filled broadcast.

Triggered.

@TomSilverstein: #Packers coach Matt LaFleur said that OLB Za'Darius Smith will practice today.

@WesHod:  LaFleur adds Billy Turner will participate in individual drills today #Packers

@TomSilverstein: In sum, the #Packers will have Randall Cobb, Jaire Alexander, Billy Turner, Za'Darius Smith, David Bakhtiari and Josh Myers on the practice field a week and a half before their divisional playoff game. Next week's practice in pads should tell us a lot more where these guys stand.

Per Ryan Wood

Billy Turner and Jaire Alexander practiced today. Turner’s first practice in a month. Alexander practiced late last week, and was back out there after not playing in Detroit.

Looking pretty cold end of next week.  If it’s AZ or LAR I like their chances.  

Health-wise, that’s about as good a news the Packers can get on their key guys.

"I like their chances with any of the 4 possible opponents."

Hub R. Isity

Yasss..

The sack Master is back🔥🔥 https://t.co/PC4PaUKy9T

— Za'Darius Smith (@zadariussmith) January 12, 2022

#Packers Za’Darius Smith practicing for the first time since week one. pic.twitter.com/1EEWx3L2Mr

— Nicole Menner (@NicoleMenner) January 12, 2022

Reiterating what he’s said before, Aaron Rodgers said he believes he’ll be 100 percent and his toe injury fully healed by next week.

— Zach Kruse (@zachkruse2) January 12, 2022

@packerboi posted:

Yasss..

The sack Master is back🔥🔥 https://t.co/PC4PaUKy9T

— Za'Darius Smith (@zadariussmith) January 12, 2022

Z also mentioned his fresh legs...that's damn important for a pass rusher in January/February