The Packers’ next defensive coordinator will have a lot of talent to develop

Maximilian from Pasadena, CA

While the Packers will undoubtedly look different next year, I can’t wait to have a better special teams unit. In 2020, the Packers were last 10 in kickoff coverage, 31st on average in kickoff return, 30th in net kick average, last in punt coverage and 31st in return average. punt. Poor kick / kick coverage and returns affect other phases of the game. Forget the big plays; just give me some consistency. Having almost nowhere to go but in this phase gives me hope.

There was excitement and enthusiasm in LaFleur’s voice when he spoke of Maurice Drayton’s promotion. Drayton, who had already been interviewed for the job two years ago, is well respected inside the building and obviously knows where the unit went down last year. Now it’s time to fix it. It’s a new day for the special teams unit.

Shawn from Sun Prairie, WI

Will the Packers’ defense be completely redesigned next year?

I do not think so. I don’t think it’s necessary. The Packers have a lot of talent on the defensive end of the ball – perhaps more than any other defense Green Bay has presented since the Super Bowl XLV team. LaFleur’s task is to find the right coordinator to get the most out of this group. The Packers’ next defensive coordinator will have a lot of talent to develop.

It seems to me that one thing that is lacking in our defense is an element of wickedness. Do you think this is easier to achieve with coaching or is it a player mentality?

LaFleur explained how an aggressive mindset is more than just playing calls. This is how a defense attacks the field. You want to save every inch of grass for an offense. It starts with the coaches demanding that mentality on the practice field and bringing it to the game. We’re not talking about the Oklahoma drills or anything crazy. It’s understanding who you are as a defense, setting a standard, and then saying to the opposition, “Hey, you won’t cross that line.”

I know it’s still early days, but every fake drafts I’ve seen has the Packers, once again, taking a catcher in the draft. I see that the defensive line needs a run-stuffer or someone to put pressure on the opposing quarterback. How do you see it?

If you’re talking about the first round, your guess is as good as mine. I think the receiver and the defensive line are definite possibilities after the Packers didn’t draft anyone at either position last year. It’s probably not a bad idea to add another O-lineman to the mix. Look what a versatile guy like Elgton Jenkins has brought to the offense since Green Bay drafted him in the second round two years ago.

Hi guys. I just read that the Rams made a bargaining race for Aaron Rodgers. Is there any truth to this and just out of curiosity, do you know what they offered in return for our superstar? I hope Guty didn’t laugh too much when he got this call.

Gutekunst doesn’t like to bring up rumors, but he made a point of refuting that report on Monday. It is revealing.

Wes from South St Paul, MN

Mike / Wes, I just want to say how much I appreciate the outspokenness / response from you guys. Rodgers does an interview right after a heartbreaking loss, and knowing how many AF the Packers have, commented on the unknowns ahead, and the Bleacher Report / Yardbarker talking heads start spreading shit that AR is upset and wants out of. GB. Keep up the good work guys.

One thing that struck a chord with me was the way Rodgers painted a vivid picture of what the locker room was like after the loss to Tampa during his interview last week with Pat McAfee. It put you in her shoes for a while. I could visualize that emotion and I couldn’t imagine what it was like having to come together to talk about what had just happened. Emotions are naturally raw.

Everyone knows Jordan Love can be traded for draft picks and we can extend Rodgers’ contract, right?

Like I said yesterday, love is an investment. Everyone wants to put a timeline on Rodgers but no one knows what the future holds. Love is under contract until 2024 and could be extended until 2025 by exercising his fifth year option.