Packer Forum; Making up for lost time.

**packa7x** · 07-27-2011, 06:25 AM

Originally Posted by DannyMilk

idk if anyone will get my reference, but I feel like Dennis in It's Always Sunny when he is flustered and just starts screaming IDIOTS IDIOTS IDIOTS all high-pitched haha...I'm such a hater

Hey, remember the NFCC game?

**packa7x** · 07-27-2011, 06:27 AM

Originally Posted by Ripperlicious

Starks didn't play for 2 years so his vision will be alot better, esp. with a full training camp. I tell you what, I like Alex Green ALOT. Say what you will about his production at a small Div I school, this guy has the "it" factor as far as intangibles go. He sort of reminds me of Greg Jennings coming out of school...unknown but if you knew of his background, you could tell he wasn't going to fail in the effort department. Same with Alex Green. If he fails, it won't be because he didn't work hard.

I like the backfield we have. Grant can return to form, Starks can step up, or Green can surprise. Most analysts agree with you and say that Green is a great pick, ESP in Rd. 3.

**packa7x** · 07-27-2011, 06:30 AM

Originally Posted by Ripperlicious

Who plays starting LG? My money is on TJ Lang. I would keep BBulaga at starting RT for the rest of his soon to be pro-bowl career. This Derrick Sherrod looks like he'll be a premier pass blocker over on the left side, at least his measurables are better than Bulaga (feet, arm length, etc.). I think Sherrod is a better prospect than the Colts tackle Constanza and the Bears prospect Camrini. Those other two are going to be guards IMO.

One lesson I learned in football is this--it's not about your position, it's about having the 5 best linemen on the field. If our line can be Clifton, Bulaga, Wells, Sitton, Sherrod, I'd be more excited than seeing Sherrod sit out. I think Bulaga can do well at LG, his short arms won't be as much of an issue.

**packa7x** · 07-27-2011, 06:31 AM

Originally Posted by SpartaChris

Nick Barnett has been cut. Not a surprise:

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com...-nick-barnett/

Not surprised and frankly I'm ok with it. He was doing a better job running his mouth than playing.

**packa7x** · 07-27-2011, 06:35 AM

Further elaborating on Barnett, he was on pace for 92 tackles for the year. Hawk had 111 in 15 games and Bishop had 103 in 12 games. Hawk also had a nose for the ball...10 PD and 3 INTs. Bishop had the pick six vs the Pats. I'm excited for them. My next question is...what happens to Chilly?

**DannyMilk** · 07-27-2011, 11:36 AM

Originally Posted by packa7x

Hey, remember the NFCC game?

huh? #SelectiveAlzheimers

**packa7x** · 07-27-2011, 11:42 AM

Originally Posted by DannyMilk

huh? #SelectiveAlzheimers

I have that too...does anyone know what happened in the 2007 NFCC.

**Ripperlicious** · 07-27-2011, 11:47 AM

The Mason Crosby signing is getting mixed responses in Green Bay. I like it. Yes he's a career 78% FG guy, but with the new rules regarding kickoffs from the 35 now, this alone eliminates the Bears greatest strength against the Packers (kick return game). A lot of teams had to employ 2 kickers (1 for FG, 1 for kickoffs). With Crosby, ALL Green Bay opponents will be starting their offensive drives on the 20 yd line. And it's not like Crosby is missing his FGs by a lot, check the tape, they are all no more than 3-4 feet off, if they aren't banging off the posts. He's close to becoming a really efficient kicker IMO.

**bluestree** · 07-27-2011, 05:43 PM

I agree totally, Ripp. The rule change on kickoffs is huge, it hasn't sunk in yet, Devalues the kick returner. Crosby's no.s are also pretty consitent in the bad weather.
I'm thinking Sherrod will be LG. Just a hunch, they wanted Bulaga on the left side, but when Tausch broke down they had to move him. Now you kinda like him there so develop Sherrod to move one spot over when Chad is done.

**packa7x** · 07-27-2011, 06:28 PM

Originally Posted by Ripperlicious

The Mason Crosby signing is getting mixed responses in Green Bay. I like it. Yes he's a career 78% FG guy, but with the new rules regarding kickoffs from the 35 now, this alone eliminates the Bears greatest strength against the Packers (kick return game). A lot of teams had to employ 2 kickers (1 for FG, 1 for kickoffs). With Crosby, ALL Green Bay opponents will be starting their offensive drives on the 20 yd line. And it's not like Crosby is missing his FGs by a lot, check the tape, they are all no more than 3-4 feet off, if they aren't banging off the posts. He's close to becoming a really efficient kicker IMO.

He only had 2 TBs last season. That will go up, surely but he's not like David Beuhler on kickoffs.