Team Changes for Next Season

[OldSchool101]

I think of it like this. If I could put an All Pro at any 1 position that we are likely parting ways with? Based on Current model I would go IDT. If GB had a true blue chip IDL that could just blow things up or stalemate the inside lane? A Quinnen Williams peak type player.. that would exponentially help the Packers. Especially if Wyatt comes back as his Robin helper.

I just think collapsing the pocket with the good Linebacker speed we have, plus Micah or Gary manning the Edge would be huge.

 

[GreenBaySlacker]

I think of it like this. If I could put an All Pro at any 1 position that we are likely parting ways with? Based on Current model I would go IDT. If GB had a true blue chip IDL that could just blow things up or stalemate the inside lane? A Quinnen Williams peak type player.. that would exponentially help the Packers. Especially if Wyatt comes back as his Robin helper.

I just think collapsing the pocket with the good Linebacker speed we have, plus Micah or Gary manning the Edge would be huge.

Completely agree.

I'd like to get a specialty Nose too. Some freak of nature that is a stump against the double team... Or consistently pushes the pocket back 3-4 yards, one on one....

Anyone who can force a double team, or collapse the pocket, when Parsons is on the field. LVN, Gary, Wyatt consistently left 1 on 1. They don't have to be able to chase down a QB that runs a 4.4, if they can force a double team.....

Those big one dimensional NTs are usually affordable too

 

[mradtke66]

Those big one dimensional NTs are usually affordable too

Yeah, sadly, they're almost worthless in pass defense.

I'd like to have one of these guys, but realize they might only be a 30% time player.

 

[GreenBaySlacker]

Yeah, sadly, they're almost worthless in pass defense.

I'd like to have one of these guys, but realize they might only be a 30% time player.

Yea 30% works.

I still think a NT can be effective in pass defense, if they can push and collapse the pocket. Occupy the only safe space the QB has, so the ends and blitzes can clean up....

If we can field a NT that blows up a 1 on 1 consistently. Forcing a double team, when there's guys like parsons, Gary, LVN, and Wyatt on the field... The NT doesn't need to be able to chase down the QB.... Because Parsons, Gary, Wyatt will be 1 on 1, and the LBs will be left with open lanes ...

 

[mradtke66]

Yea 30% works.

I still think a NT can be effective in pass defense, if they can push and collapse the pocket. Occupy the only safe space the QB has, so the ends and blitzes can clean up....

I don't think most NTs are actually dynamic enough to make an impact. They're often strong as hell, but if they don't have enough speed and enough moves, they won't push the pocket fast enough to impact the play before the ball comes out.

There are freaks out there, but if you're 350 pounds and can anchor against a center and guard in the running game, you probably aren't impacting the throw.

 

[CarryTheG14]

Where does everybody stand on the RB position?

Josh Jacobs has been taking a beating his whole career, and although the line did him no favors, it kinda showed.

If I have to watch Emmanuel Wilson run into his own guys again next year I may just have a stroke.

Marshawn Lloyd I'm not even sure is a real person. You can't depend on him at all.

Obviously MLF prioritizes running the ball, I mean who else runs it on 2nd and longs as much as him! But I really don't think he has the horses in the room to have the rushing attack he wants.

 

[OldSchool101]

Completely agree.

I'd like to get a specialty Nose too. Some freak of nature that is a stump against the double team... Or consistently pushes the pocket back 3-4 yards, one on one....

Anyone who can force a double team, or collapse the pocket, when Parsons is on the field. LVN, Gary, Wyatt consistently left 1 on 1. They don't have to be able to chase down a QB that runs a 4.4, if they can force a double team.....

Those big one dimensional NTs are usually affordable too

Sure.
We did find Kenny back of RD1. I still believe there are guys that slide a little each year that would be early contributors.

I’d be watching Christian Miller or Lee Hunter very closely. That or Dominant “Big Citrus” Orange using a RD3 selection.

 

[OldSchool101]

The other aspect of this draft is it’s LOADED at WR. We’ve been spoiled with Doubs and we can be spoiled again. There’s some grouping of thick WR talent all the way through RD4-5. Plus WR is top heavy with 8-10 guys likely being selected before our #52 overall. But not to worry I’d be patient. There’s 75% chance going to be a couple of Day 2 worthy WR’s around our RD4 selection or even a player of Doubs Caliber floating into RD5. It’s just one of the deeper classes going through RD1-5 area. Not blue chip or elite WR heavy, but once the top 10 overall players come off they’ll be a long and exciting run at WR spanning another 4-5 Rounds.

It’s good that we selected Oliver and Brinson last year, because the 2026 class at DL and LB positions is thin, unlike last year where guys like Oliver slipped a Round due to a thick and heavy class of Defenders. Part of the reason I believe we drafted at DL/LB 3 times (Sorrell, Oliver, Brinson) was we couldn’t resist a player who should’ve been off the board, regardless of position needed.

 

[GreenBaySlacker]

Where does everybody stand on the RB position?

Josh Jacobs has been taking a beating his whole career, and although the line did him no favors, it kinda showed.

If I have to watch Emmanuel Wilson run into his own guys again next year I may just have a stroke.

Marshawn Lloyd I'm not even sure is a real person. You can't depend on him at all.

Obviously MLF prioritizes running the ball, I mean who else runs it on 2nd and longs as much as him! But I really don't think he has the horses in the room to have the rushing attack he wants.

Jacob's is 27, will be 28 next season. His knee injury was definitely slowing him down. But you seen when he came back in the playoff game, he was explosive.... Until of course he got that knee banged up again, or a knee. And I don't remember seeing him after he limped off the field....

He could easily play out his contract the next two years. But I agree if we are ever going to develop a replacement in house. We better draft them this year.

I seen an article yesterday talking about Jacob's saying he wants to retire in GB. I got visions of frank Gore for the 49ers... If I remember right, he had 3 ACLs early in his career(edit *2 in college), and I figured he was washed up right away. But he had a great career well into his 30s. Just looked it up, (39!).3rd all time rushing yards.

Not sure if Jacob's meant he wanted to retire in GB in 2 years? Or if he wanted to get a few more contracts as he is slowly demoted from 1 to 1b, to B, to C like Donald Driver did his last year. And finish out his hall of fame career like Driver did.

 

[OldSchool101]

Jacob's is 27, will be 28 next season. His knee injury was definitely slowing him down. But you seen when he came back in the playoff game, he was explosive.... Until of course he got that knee banged up again, or a knee. And I don't remember seeing him after he limped off the field....

He could easily play out his contract the next two years. But I agree if we are ever going to develop a replacement in house. We better draft them this year.

I seen an article yesterday talking about Jacob's saying he wants to retire in GB. I got visions of frank Gore for the 49ers... If I remember right, he had 3 ACLs early in his career(edit *2 in college), and I figured he was washed up right away. But he had a great career well into his 30s. Just looked it up, (39!).3rd all time rushing yards.

Not sure if Jacob's meant he wanted to retire in GB in 2 years? Or if he wanted to get a few more contracts as he is slowly demoted from 1 to 1b, to B, to C like Donald Driver did his last year. And finish out his hall of fame career like Driver did.

Already in my Mocks I’m drafting at RB as early as RD3 (but generally more RD5-7) Now I’m not completely discounting Lloyd, but preparing for a worst case scenario. Plus what I’ve learned is that the RB Room almost always succumbs to an injury. If not season ending, injuries can absolutely hold out a guy for large parts of the season. A team can’t truly claim to be a Play Action threat unless they have 2 to 3 capable RB’s that must be accounted for.

Wilson is a FA agent. I’d be prepared with a departure there as we have a healthy Jacobs to start, plus a good shot at getting Marshawn fully healthy to begin the season. Even then, I’d at minimum use a Day3 selection because RB is a position that often translates faster.

 

[CarryTheG14]

Jacob's is 27, will be 28 next season. His knee injury was definitely slowing him down. But you seen when he came back in the playoff game, he was explosive.... Until of course he got that knee banged up again, or a knee. And I don't remember seeing him after he limped off the field....

He could easily play out his contract the next two years. But I agree if we are ever going to develop a replacement in house. We better draft them this year.

I seen an article yesterday talking about Jacob's saying he wants to retire in GB. I got visions of frank Gore for the 49ers... If I remember right, he had 3 ACLs early in his career(edit *2 in college), and I figured he was washed up right away. But he had a great career well into his 30s. Just looked it up, (39!).3rd all time rushing yards.

Not sure if Jacob's meant he wanted to retire in GB in 2 years? Or if he wanted to get a few more contracts as he is slowly demoted from 1 to 1b, to B, to C like Donald Driver did his last year. And finish out his hall of fame career like Driver did.

There was some signs of that in the play-off game. It's too much of a risk to heavily rely on him for like 300 carries again. If we had a HR threat at RB that changes the dynamic of our offense significantly.

I'd love for him to retire in GB. He seems like one hell of a leader with a descent head on his shoulders.

 

[milani]

Yea 30% works.

I still think a NT can be effective in pass defense, if they can push and collapse the pocket. Occupy the only safe space the QB has, so the ends and blitzes can clean up....

If we can field a NT that blows up a 1 on 1 consistently. Forcing a double team, when there's guys like parsons, Gary, LVN, and Wyatt on the field... The NT doesn't need to be able to chase down the QB.... Because Parsons, Gary, Wyatt will be 1 on 1, and the LBs will be left with open lanes ...

In the 3-4 for sure. Bob Lily of the Cowboys came close to one in a 4-3 that could rush the passer and stop the run.

 

[OldSchool101]

There was some signs of that in the play-off game. It's too much of a risk to heavily rely on him for like 300 carries again. If we had a HR threat at RB that changes the dynamic of our offense significantly.

I'd love for him to retire in GB. He seems like one hell of a leader with a descent head on his shoulders.

Interesting thoughts. Penn State’s Kaytron Allen is not a home run threat, but he would add
1. Exceptional Short yardage ability both at Goal to go or 4th n 1 type situations. He’s a finisher and has the will to win the rep with a punishing tilt.
2. High integrity Ball Security
3. Zone Cutback ability with needed Power, similar to Wilson
4. Elite reliability. 41 straight games he’s suited up. He’s the opposite of Marshawn in that respect. Very reliable.

He’s an adequate + blocker, has limitations in Receiving, but was mostly not refined and still caught a pair of TD’s. Has the receiving ability more just needs coaching. He will NOT beat anyone on the open field, but he WILL explode into open field at 5’11” 225lb. His 4.55 speed is only moderate, but he’s ideal as a RB2 and possibly exceeds that Wilson feel.

When relegated to backup duty Kaytron has shown formidable. He’s can play 15+ also as a pseudo starter bell cow. But he’s best being a Robin to Batman. Logged 1,300+ yards in his Senior Season at 6.2 per and 15TDs. Breaking onto the scene in full fashion challenging Singleton as the first 1000+ pair to ever suit up at Penn State.

The guy you are looking for is his buddy, Nicholas Singleton. 4.3’s speed and will break away and has refined receiving chops.

 

[GreenBaySlacker]

Sure.
We did find Kenny back of RD1. I still believe there are guys that slide a little each year that would be early contributors.

I’d be watching Christian Miller or Lee Hunter very closely. That or Dominant “Big Citrus” Orange using a RD3 selection.

The other aspect of this draft is it’s LOADED at WR. We’ve been spoiled with Doubs and we can be spoiled again. There’s some grouping of thick WR talent all the way through RD4-5. Plus WR is top heavy with 8-10 guys likely being selected before our #52 overall. But not to worry I’d be patient. There’s 75% chance going to be a couple of Day 2 worthy WR’s around our RD4 selection or even a player of Doubs Caliber floating into RD5. It’s just one of the deeper classes going through RD1-5 area. Not blue chip or elite WR heavy, but once the top 10 overall players come off they’ll be a long and exciting run at WR spanning another 4-5 Rounds.

It’s good that we selected Oliver and Brinson last year, because the 2026 class at DL and LB positions is thin, unlike last year where guys like Oliver slipped a Round due to a thick and heavy class of Defenders. Part of the reason I believe we drafted at DL/LB 3 times (Sorrell, Oliver, Brinson) was we couldn’t resist a player who should’ve been off the board, regardless of position needed.

Maybe a good year to trade that 2nd rounder back a couple times, and pick up an extra 3rd and 4th rounder.

 

[CarryTheG14]

Interesting thoughts. Penn State’s Kaytron Allen is not a home run threat, but he would add
1. Exceptional Short yardage ability both at Goal to go or 4th n 1 type situations. He’s a finisher and has the will to win the rep with a punishing tilt.
2. High integrity Ball Security
3. Zone Cutback ability with needed Power, similar to Wilson
4. Elite reliability. 41 straight games he’s suited up. He’s the opposite of Marshawn in that respect. Very reliable.

He’s an adequate + blocker, has limitations in Receiving, but was mostly not refined and still caught a pair of TD’s. Has the receiving ability more just needs coaching. He will NOT beat anyone on the open field, but he WILL explode into open field at 5’11” 222lb. His 4.55 speed is only moderate, but he’s ideal as a RB2 and possibly exceeds that Wilson feel.

When relegated to backup duty Kaytron has shown formidable. He’s can play 15+ also as a pseudo starter bell cow. But he’s best being a Robin to Batman. Logged 1,000+ yards in his Senior Season as a duo 2,000+ pair with Singleton. He’s now getting respect as Singletons equal.

The guy you are looking for is his buddy, Nicholas Singleton

I'm a Notre Dame fan, JaDarian Price is my guy! He can do everything,

 

[Magooch]

I really like Jacobs overall. I think his time is going to be quickly running out though.

I have always said that it's better to err on the side of moving on from a guy "too early" rather than "too late". It's better to be in a position where you're finding a replacement on your own terms/schedule rather than being forced into where you HAVE to replace a guy.

There are a few different thresholds for running backs relating to age and carries (career, in a season, etc) that very, VERY strongly correlate with "hitting the wall" and Jacobs is coming right up on (or is already at or past) most of them. And usually when running backs hit that "wall" they fall off hard and fast.

In a vacuum I would say the "right" move is to move on from Jacobs right now. Not saying that's what I would "like" for us to do, nor am I saying it is particularly feasible/realistic or a good priority-use of our limited resources.

In reality, we will almost certainly ride it out for at least one more year with him. But I very strongly suspect we may find ourselves a year from now looking back and saying "yeah, we should've moved on last summer" or similar. Of course, our OL did not do him any favors (and who knows if they will next year either) but to me it looked like he was either A.) not fully healthy; B.) starting to slow down; or C.) a bit of both. Worth mentioning too that Jacobs has the biggest RB contract in the league (total value) and the 6th-highest per year. Such is the nature of the game but I don't know if he is a top-6 type of guy at this point.

Like I said, I really like Jacobs. He works hard, he's a "tone setter" type of guy and a locker room leader. He shows urgency, toughness, fighter's mentality. That doesn't show up in the stat sheet and I appreciate that. But I think Father Time is probably going to catch up here pretty quick. Realistically I'm not sure we have the resources to move on right now (or at least like I said - it's not as big of a priority as other matters) but in a perfect world we probably call it.

 

[milani]

I really like Jacobs overall. I think his time is going to be quickly running out though.

I have always said that it's better to err on the side of moving on from a guy "too early" rather than "too late". It's better to be in a position where you're finding a replacement on your own terms/schedule rather than being forced into where you HAVE to replace a guy.

There are a few different thresholds for running backs relating to age and carries (career, in a season, etc) that very, VERY strongly correlate with "hitting the wall" and Jacobs is coming right up on (or is already at or past) most of them. And usually when running backs hit that "wall" they fall off hard and fast.

In a vacuum I would say the "right" move is to move on from Jacobs right now. Not saying that's what I would "like" for us to do, nor am I saying it is particularly feasible/realistic or a good priority-use of our limited resources.

In reality, we will almost certainly ride it out for at least one more year with him. But I very strongly suspect we may find ourselves a year from now looking back and saying "yeah, we should've moved on last summer" or similar. Of course, our OL did not do him any favors (and who knows if they will next year either) but to me it looked like he was either A.) not fully healthy; B.) starting to slow down; or C.) a bit of both. Worth mentioning too that Jacobs has the biggest RB contract in the league (total value) and the 6th-highest per year. Such is the nature of the game but I don't know if he is a top-6 type of guy at this point.

Like I said, I really like Jacobs. He works hard, he's a "tone setter" type of guy and a locker room leader. He shows urgency, toughness, fighter's mentality. That doesn't show up in the stat sheet and I appreciate that. But I think Father Time is probably going to catch up here pretty quick. Realistically I'm not sure we have the resources to move on right now (or at least like I said - it's not as big of a priority as other matters) but in a perfect world we probably call it.

Right now you keep Jacobs and see if Lloyd has any chance of making it back on the football field. The Packers need experience. Jacobs does not have to be the every down back he was. And he can make crucial catches when you need them. Just get him some blocking.

 

[Heyjoe4]

I think of it like this. If I could put an All Pro at any 1 position that we are likely parting ways with? Based on Current model I would go IDT. If GB had a true blue chip IDL that could just blow things up or stalemate the inside lane? A Quinnen Williams peak type player.. that would exponentially help the Packers. Especially if Wyatt comes back as his Robin helper.

I just think collapsing the pocket with the good Linebacker speed we have, plus Micah or Gary manning the Edge would be huge.

Yeah and think about the really good IDTs the Packers have had - Raji, Daniels, Clark - a strong, All-Pro level player at this position can support using a four-man rush for the most part. I think of what Philly did to KC in the last SB. It was amazing.

 

[Heyjoe4]

I really like Jacobs overall. I think his time is going to be quickly running out though.

I have always said that it's better to err on the side of moving on from a guy "too early" rather than "too late". It's better to be in a position where you're finding a replacement on your own terms/schedule rather than being forced into where you HAVE to replace a guy.

There are a few different thresholds for running backs relating to age and carries (career, in a season, etc) that very, VERY strongly correlate with "hitting the wall" and Jacobs is coming right up on (or is already at or past) most of them. And usually when running backs hit that "wall" they fall off hard and fast.

In a vacuum I would say the "right" move is to move on from Jacobs right now. Not saying that's what I would "like" for us to do, nor am I saying it is particularly feasible/realistic or a good priority-use of our limited resources.

In reality, we will almost certainly ride it out for at least one more year with him. But I very strongly suspect we may find ourselves a year from now looking back and saying "yeah, we should've moved on last summer" or similar. Of course, our OL did not do him any favors (and who knows if they will next year either) but to me it looked like he was either A.) not fully healthy; B.) starting to slow down; or C.) a bit of both. Worth mentioning too that Jacobs has the biggest RB contract in the league (total value) and the 6th-highest per year. Such is the nature of the game but I don't know if he is a top-6 type of guy at this point.

Like I said, I really like Jacobs. He works hard, he's a "tone setter" type of guy and a locker room leader. He shows urgency, toughness, fighter's mentality. That doesn't show up in the stat sheet and I appreciate that. But I think Father Time is probably going to catch up here pretty quick. Realistically I'm not sure we have the resources to move on right now (or at least like I said - it's not as big of a priority as other matters) but in a perfect world we probably call it.

I don't like to say it, but I agree with your assessment of Jacobs. I've been watching the playoffs and marveling at the quality of the run games, especially compared to the Packers. I think the season stats would show the running game was a lot better than I think it was.

Jacobs will be back for 2026, and that may be a mistake. It's arguable. He's a fighter, and he'll come back healthy and ready to go. And he as the intangible quality of being the leader of the offense.

It looks like Lloyd may be a busted pick. I expect Gluten will take a RB somewhere in day 2 or 3 of the draft, probably day 3.

 

[GreenBaySlacker]

I really like Jacobs overall. I think his time is going to be quickly running out though.

I have always said that it's better to err on the side of moving on from a guy "too early" rather than "too late". It's better to be in a position where you're finding a replacement on your own terms/schedule rather than being forced into where you HAVE to replace a guy.

There are a few different thresholds for running backs relating to age and carries (career, in a season, etc) that very, VERY strongly correlate with "hitting the wall" and Jacobs is coming right up on (or is already at or past) most of them. And usually when running backs hit that "wall" they fall off hard and fast.

In a vacuum I would say the "right" move is to move on from Jacobs right now. Not saying that's what I would "like" for us to do, nor am I saying it is particularly feasible/realistic or a good priority-use of our limited resources.

In reality, we will almost certainly ride it out for at least one more year with him. But I very strongly suspect we may find ourselves a year from now looking back and saying "yeah, we should've moved on last summer" or similar. Of course, our OL did not do him any favors (and who knows if they will next year either) but to me it looked like he was either A.) not fully healthy; B.) starting to slow down; or C.) a bit of both. Worth mentioning too that Jacobs has the biggest RB contract in the league (total value) and the 6th-highest per year. Such is the nature of the game but I don't know if he is a top-6 type of guy at this point.

Like I said, I really like Jacobs. He works hard, he's a "tone setter" type of guy and a locker room leader. He shows urgency, toughness, fighter's mentality. That doesn't show up in the stat sheet and I appreciate that. But I think Father Time is probably going to catch up here pretty quick. Realistically I'm not sure we have the resources to move on right now (or at least like I said - it's not as big of a priority as other matters) but in a perfect world we probably call it.

I'm confident the jacobs drop off this year was due to injury. He is only 27 years old currently.

That said, I agree his days as a $15m /yr star runningback are coming to a close soon. If he wants to play it out? He can probably get another year out of us. Probably get cut after 2026 unless he leads the league or something...

If he wants to finish his career in GB like the article says. He should acknowledge that reality, and lock in one of those 1a/1b spots now. Help GB spread his $30m out, and extend him a couple years. Average $10m/yr over 4, instead of the $30m over the next 2.... buys him a couple more years here.

He can reevaluate his goals at 30, and see if he got his ring yet. See how the body feels, and decide if he wants to continue as a role player, to chase that Hall of Fame jacket. Add a few more years at $5m/year in his 30s, if his body is still holding up. That's a career worthy of a gold jacket.... No regrets looking back on that career, I'm sure.

 

[Sanguine camper]

I'm confident the jacobs drop off this year was due to injury. He is only 27 years old currently.

That said, I agree his days as a $15m /yr star runningback are coming to a close soon. If he wants to play it out? He can probably get another year out of us. Probably get cut after 2026 unless he leads the league or something...

If he wants to finish his career in GB like the article says. He should acknowledge that reality, and lock in one of those 1a/1b spots now. Help GB spread his $30m out, and extend him a couple years. Average $10m/yr over 4, instead of the $30m over the next 2.... buys him a couple more years here.

He can reevaluate his goals at 30, and see if he got his ring yet. See how the body feels, and decide if he wants to continue as a role player, to chase that Hall of Fame jacket. Add a few more years at $5m/year in his 30s, if his body is still holding up. That's a career worthy of a gold jacket.... No regrets looking back on that career, I'm sure.

That's a splendid career arc from a RB's point of view. I hope Jacobs can pull that off because I'm a huge fan of him. I wish the Packers had 52 guys who played as ******* every down as him.

The game can be a bit cruel to older running backs. Once their production drops, they get replaced by somebody making a lot less $ on their rookie contract.

 

[tynimiller]

Since Jacobs is the current topic and Emanuel Wilson was dogged on before....folks might find it really curious to see that IF Wilson was as bad of a back as he is being claimed his yards per carry would not be what they are:

2025
Jacobs 4.0
Wilson 4.0

2024
Jacobs 4.4
Wilson 4.9

 

[GreenBaySlacker]

That's a splendid career arc from a RB's point of view. I hope Jacobs can pull that off because I'm a huge fan of him. I wish the Packers had 52 guys who played as ******* every down as him.

The game can be a bit cruel to older running backs. Once their production drops, they get replaced by somebody making a lot less $ on their rookie contract.

He would be wise to lock GB into a team friendly extension now then.

Would you take a 2 year , $10 mil extension? Spread his $30 mil out he has coming, over two more years? It over 4 averaging $10 a year? Until he is 31 years old?

Just curious? If he were to come to the brass with that team friendly offer? And they accepted it. Would you be happy?

 

[gopkrs]

I'm so much more concerned about opening holes and moving the D line for whatever runner we have. Though, when Dorsey Levens came back from injury; he made a believer out of me as to the importance of a quality back.

 

[GreenBaySlacker]

Right now you keep Jacobs and see if Lloyd has any chance of making it back on the football field. The Packers need experience. Jacobs does not have to be the every down back he was. And he can make crucial catches when you need them. Just get him some blocking.

Can't argue with that....

But there is a down side to that for Jacob's. Unless he is top 3 RB or leads the league in something like TDs or yds. He will be top of the list to cut in 2027, clearing like $13 mil cap space.

The guys coming up for contracts in 2026 and 2027 especially. Watson will need an extension too at some point. There's some big home grown names coming up for deals...

Along that line of thinking. We could trade or drop Jacob's and clear $5 mil this year, and his full $16m next year off the books.... When that money is going to be needed.... I'm a big advocate of having a top tier RB. It's a huge advantage to have an elite RB getting 20 touches a game.
But GB is unique in my opinion. We have a HUUUUGE untapped resource on offense. Our WRs and TEs are so dominant and have depth. I swear, we could just eliminate the RB spot, and put another target out there. Just do the 5 yd handoffs. Bring back the Favre slant. That was deadly. One of the 5 targets is ALWAYS open. Zippppp..... 1st down!!!! Lol.

But seriously. Concentrate on protecting Love. If that means adding Olinemen, then do it. Hell, make him a blocking TE and give love another emergency dump off option.

But the object is to take the top off and use the whole field. Make the defense cover 40+ yds down field. Watson, Williams up the sidelines, with Golden, Reed slicing up the middle, or cleaning up behind them. Start catching Williams and Golden in those 5 yd handoff slants, instead of some slow progressing handoff in the backfield....
Let Kraft be the dump off guy, while he builds confidence in his knee. Box out those LBs,,, 1st downnnn!!! Or Wicks. He is a bigger target who can be a short yardage specialist.

We need a hard 1 yd on the goal line? In comes Gary. Lmao! Earning some of that fat check as a part time hitman on the goal line.... Come in like a canon ball and jump over if he has to. Show off that freak athlete gift God gave him. The way they're giving out problems now days? He could be a pro bowl RB before it's all over. Lmao.

But honestly. If the strategy is to work well. We don't want to bring more defenders up to the line. The idea is to force a prevent defense. And every time they try to get to Love, we strike deep... Until they're on damage control. Kraft is a perfect dump off guy for 2026. The defense starts getting to Love?, start sprinkling in extra dump off targets. If they start stacking the secondary too much, give love the go ahead to look for and take the easy yards any time the defense gives him room to run... Don't get injured. But take the easy yards, and call it a RB supplement. Between Love taking the yards given on the ground from prevent defenses. Designed 5x target quick slants, and emergency dump offs... I bet the running game would be safely supplemented, numbers wise. And I think our pass attack would be greatly increased in production down field.... Like record breaking...

I miss captainWimm. He wouldve given me a whole thesis on how wrong I am. Lmao. But honestly... I think Love and this corps of receivers. Give them twice the pass attempts. And see how many defenses break. Maybe test the strategy on a few weak secondaries next year. Start practicing opening this pass attack up full throttle...