APP podcast #26 - “Next man up(set)”
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Snapshots from training camp:
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All 3 of us went to the first padded practice of training camp on Saturday 7/28. First time we had all 3 been together since we first floated the idea of bring in Jeremy(!)
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We got to see some of the defensive linemen doing some drills up close - Kenny Clark looks fantastic, as did Mike Daniels. Montravious Adams has been standing out in 1 on 1’s.
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QB’s are not showing much. Hundley has not progressed and Kizer is inconsistent, leaving door open for Tim Boyle.
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Other odds and ends from training camp:
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Jake Ryan is out for year. Oren Burks and 3 UDFA’s are backups. Should they sign a veteran such as Navorro Bowman?
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Rookie WR’s have had a rough camp. Inconsistent play has plagued them. Will they step up and provide “12” reliable weapons?
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Thus far WR Jake Kumerow has been the best WR of the backups. “12” has raved about him. If he continues this will leave difficult roster decisions.
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Jimmy Graham has been featured in team drills. Will this be the “new look” that MM mentioned?
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Offensive line, especially Bakhtiari and Bulaga are injured and it will provide opportunity for Spriggs/Murphy/Bell to prove they are legitimate.
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First preseason game against Tennessee tomorrow. Most starters will not play or play very little. Who needs to shine and prove the depth is good enough?
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Is team depth sufficient? Jeremy blogged about it here.https://www.absolutepacker.com/node/42
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DE/OLB Khalil Mack is holding out of Oakland’s training camp in hopes of new contract.
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Would it be wise to call Oakland and explore trade?
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What would be a fair trade?
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Would he improve the Packers defense?
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Non-Football Stuff
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The league has suspended the new anthem rule until further notice. Teams like Miami have taken matters into their own hands and will suspend or fine players for not standing.http://www.latimes.com/sports/nfl/la-sp-nfl-dolphins-anthem-20180720-story.html?outputType=amp
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Other NFC North Stuff:
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Chicago Bears: rookie LB Roquan Smith is still without a contract. He wants provisions in contract waived that would take guaranteed money away if suspended for on field play - new helmet to helmet rule) http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/ct-spt-bears-roquan-smith-contract-20180801-story,amp.html
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