While Ted Thompson insists that he is confident in the Packers' roster as is, many people still feel that there are holes that need to be filled in order to improve on 2008's 6-10 record. Offensive tackle, the defensive line, and cornerback are three of the main areas of concern, and Jeff Maillet pointed out this morning that there are still many quality free agents who can fit Titletown USA's needs. This includes offensive tackle Orlando Pace (a former number one draft pick), Tank Johnson and Darwin Walker who are slated as defensive tackles but fit the size mold of an end in the 3-4, and Ken Lucas and Chris McAlister who are both aging like Al Harris and Charles Woodson, but could definitely be temporary help for a team that has a chance to win now. Call me crazy for thinking that the Packers can win right now after going 6-10 in '08, but at a majority of positions, the talent is there. If these few holes are filled and the team stays healthy, unlike last season, the Pack is right back in the running for the NFC North.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
STILL PLAYERS AVAILABLE TO FILL HOLES
While Ted Thompson insists that he is confident in the Packers' roster as is, many people still feel that there are holes that need to be filled in order to improve on 2008's 6-10 record. Offensive tackle, the defensive line, and cornerback are three of the main areas of concern, and Jeff Maillet pointed out this morning that there are still many quality free agents who can fit Titletown USA's needs. This includes offensive tackle Orlando Pace (a former number one draft pick), Tank Johnson and Darwin Walker who are slated as defensive tackles but fit the size mold of an end in the 3-4, and Ken Lucas and Chris McAlister who are both aging like Al Harris and Charles Woodson, but could definitely be temporary help for a team that has a chance to win now. Call me crazy for thinking that the Packers can win right now after going 6-10 in '08, but at a majority of positions, the talent is there. If these few holes are filled and the team stays healthy, unlike last season, the Pack is right back in the running for the NFC North.
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- Kyle Charters
- This is my first true sports writing venture, and I hope to one day be one of the most read blogs about the Green Bay Packers. Knowing how die hard Packers fans are, I hope to create a place where they can get the news about their favorite team on a daily basis, while also commenting and starting discussions on their own. While also commenting on news stories about the team, I hope to be able to give some opinion on possible moves the team should make (ie free agents, draft) and anything else that I feel necessary about the green and gold.
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