tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7288567909697870782011-04-21T18:28:46.175-07:00Jonny phttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13061320151256452719noreply@blogger.comBlogger11100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-728856790969787078.post-33619093675685572602007-02-17T04:57:00.000-08:002007-02-17T05:26:26.001-08:00With the NFL draft coming up, I am going to cover the Packers biggest needs going into the <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">off season</span>.<br /><br /><strong>1. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Playmaking</span> pass catchers on the offensive side of the ball:</strong> The Packers Red Zone Offense was one of the worst in the NFL. Drafting a big target like Dwayne Jarrett in the first round or Robert <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Mechem</span> in the second round would cover that. Also picking up a guy like Drew Bennett or Eric Johnson in the Free Agency couldn't hurt either. The Packers need to give Brett more weapons.<br /><br /><strong>2. Running Back of the Future: </strong><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Ahman</span> Green isn't getting any younger, and having a stable of good running backs is better than not. Drafting a guy like <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Marshawn</span> Lynch in the first round could cover that. I also like Brandon Jackson from Nebraska, He's smart and he is already in the zone blocking system. He'll be <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">available</span> in the 2<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">nd</span> or 3rd round.<br /><br /><strong>3. Secondary Woes:</strong> I like 3 out of the 4 starters. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Marquand</span> Manuel is just not that good, plus Harris is nearing the later part of his career. For <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">safety</span>, I like Michael Rouse from Virginia Tech. he is 6'4 and has top end <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">safety</span> speed. He should be <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">available</span> in the 2<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">nd</span> or 3rd round. At corner, <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12">players</span> like Marcus <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_13">McCauley</span> from Fresno State, and Aaron Ross from Texas are both big and physical corners that would fit the mold of the Packers Defense. They may both be <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_14">available</span> in the middle second round.<br /><br /><strong>4. Special Teams:</strong> Packers were one of the worst special teams units. Which tells me two things. 1 they are young, and 2 they are drafting poorly. You want every player on your team to be a potential starter. The Packers had a great draft last year, and I hop they continue bringing in quality players who performed well at the college level. Also getting a good return specialist. The two I like are <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_15">Breaston</span> from Michigan (5-7 round) and Garrett Wolfe from Northern Illinois (4-6 Round). Wolfe could also make a great 3rd down back, he is quick and shifty. Reminds me of a taller Darrin <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_16">Sproels</span>.<br /><br />The Meat has spoken.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/728856790969787078-3361909367568557260?l=bassojp.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jonny phttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13061320151256452719noreply@blogger.com4