Beware: The Green Bay Packers Are Back
I know what you're thinking. The Green Bay Packers? Haven't they been bad for the past few years? Well, I'm here to tell you that they're back, and they're better than ever.
I went to a Packers game last week, and I was blown away by what I saw. The team was playing with a fire and intensity that I haven't seen in years. They were hitting hard, running fast, and passing with precision. It was like watching the Packers of old.
And it's not just me who's saying this. The experts are all saying the same thing. ESPN's Bill Barnwell recently wrote that the Packers are "the most improved team in the NFL." And NFL.com's Gregg Rosenthal said that the Packers are "a legitimate Super Bowl contender."
So what's changed? Well, for one thing, the Packers have a new head coach, Matt LaFleur. LaFleur is a young, offensive-minded coach who has brought a fresh perspective to the team. He's also been able to get the most out of quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who is playing like an MVP again.
In addition to the new coach, the Packers have also added some key players this offseason. They signed wide receiver Sammy Watkins, who is one of the most underrated receivers in the league. They also drafted running back A.J. Dillon, who is a bruising runner who can help take some of the pressure off of Rodgers.
All of these factors have combined to make the Packers a legitimate Super Bowl contender this year. They have a great coach, a talented roster, and a lot of momentum. So if you're looking for a team to root for this season, I highly recommend the Green Bay Packers. You won't be disappointed.
Some of the Packers' key players to watch this season:
- Aaron Rodgers, quarterback
- Davante Adams, wide receiver
- Jimmy Graham, tight end
- Jaire Alexander, cornerback
- Kenny Clark, defensive tackle
The Packers' schedule is as follows:
Week 1: at Minnesota Vikings
Week 2: vs. Detroit Lions
Week 3: at San Francisco 49ers
Week 4: vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
Week 5: at Dallas Cowboys
Week 6: vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Week 7: at Chicago Bears
Week 8: vs. Los Angeles Rams
Week 9: at Kansas City Chiefs
Week 10: vs. Indianapolis Colts
Week 11: at Jacksonville Jaguars
Week 12: vs. Philadelphia Eagles
Week 13: at New York Giants
Week 14: vs. Washington Redskins
Week 15: at Chicago Bears
Week 16: vs. Minnesota Vikings
Week 17: at Detroit Lions