California Cheese-says:"I'm not entirely happy with this signing. With this many running backs there it seems like there is something extra in the laundry basket."
Packers always bring in over 80 players into training camp in late July. They all compete for positions on roster. All the Packer running backs will compete. Packer Contracts are not guaranteed. Only the signing bonus has to be paid. I don't see any down side to bring Davenport back. If he isn't a better back that other running back on the roster. He will be released . Since Packer contracts are not guaranteed, Packers will only have to pay the reporting bonus which is guaranteed. Davenport contract figures are not know yet, but I don't think they are real high. He is a back up running back who is coming off an injury.
It has been said by many NFL football people, that a NFL team can always use good running backs as they are prone to injuries. The Packer experience with running backs last year , backed that thory. I think, the Packer went through 7 last year.
Packer fans should have no problem with the signing of Davenport. he has showed to be a capable back up to Green, but he needs to stay healthy. If Davernport doesn't show the Packers he is able to stay healthy , I don't think he will make the Packers '06 regular season roster.
