It's been 21 years, 1 month, and 2 weeks since a Packers' backup quarterback has made a meaningful start. Ted Thompson has rolled the dice for years that that streak would continue indefinitely. Today, the Pack will start a washed-up veteran with no training camp experience and Thompson has no one to blame but himself.
First round draft choice Datone Jones returned to practice on Wednesday. So did wide receiver Randall Cobb, but the team is "being cautious" with his biceps.
Mike McCarthy wants to go "old-school" with his offensive line this year, rearranging and settling them into one position. Versatility is great, but protecting Aaron Rodgers' noggin is far more important.
Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst has plenty of draft picks, including five picks in the first three rounds, to take this draft in any direction he wants.
CHTV contributors Joseph Randolph and Brian Maafi continue their NFL Draft series with a look at the top prospects along the defensive line in the 2024 draft.
