Jim Weidner, Author at Pack to the Future

Under the Radar NFL Draft Prospects for the Packers

Posted by Jim Weidner | Mar 20, 2020 |

When we selected these NFL draft prospects, we took a look at the Packers roster and what areas they need help at. While the Packers recently signed free agent linebacker Christian Kirksey as well as inked offensive tackle Rick Wagner, we believe the Packers will add more help at those positions through the NFL draft. These aren’t first-round NFL draft prospects, but prospects that could be had in the third round or later. Here are some names to keep an eye on.

Deciding Future of Packers 2020 impending Free Agents: A Look in the Mind of Brian Gutekunst

Posted by Jim Weidner | Feb 1, 2020 |

The Packers have 15 unrestricted free agents. There are several that are locks not to return, but there are others with some major questions. Gutekunst and his staff will have some difficult decisions to make this off-season. Gutekunst will not only need to determine which players can help next season but also determine if they have any value for the future.

Entering Week 16 Packers Offense is Still Trying to Find Its Identity

Posted by Jim Weidner | Dec 19, 2019 |

With the playoffs coming up, the Packers offense will need somebody not named Jones or Adams to make some plays in the passing game. If not, the Packers offense will rely heavily on the running game. Becoming one dimensional isn’t something you want to be when the playoffs kick in.

Matt LaFleur and the Green Bay Packers Will Be Under the Spotlight this Week

Posted by Jim Weidner | Nov 8, 2019 |

Matt LaFleur is in his first year as a head coach, at any level. That could be why so many fans are wondering how the Packers will perform this week. Before last week, the Packers had already dealt with losing. In week four against the Philadelphia Eagles, the Packers fell 34-27. While they didn’t do enough to win the game, they were in it until the end. But against the Chargers, they never had a chance.

Brian Gutekunst and the Packers Stand Pat at Trade Deadline

Posted by Jim Weidner | Oct 31, 2019 |

The Packers sit at 7-1 and on top of the NFC North. But still, the Packers do have areas where they could have made moves. While Brian Gutekunst didn’t make any moves, there were moves that could have helped bolster the Packers roster.