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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Sanguine camper" data-source="post: 1091965" data-attributes="member: 9744">Shouldn't it be about time the Packers dedicated their WR #6 position to be a kick returner. This past season the Packers averaged only 5.6 yards per punt return on only 26 returns in 17 regular season games.If they went out and drafted a proven punt returner or got one via a trade or free agency, the value would be tangible. For example, if they finally had somebody who could  average ablut 10 yards per punt return, they could realistically also take fewer fair catches. Instead of fielding 1.5 punts at 5.6 yards per return, a good returner could field 2 punts per game and give you 20 return yards (2×10 ypr).That would be close to 12 yards of additional field position per game or two additional drives per game that start 6 yards closer to the end zone increasing the chances of a successful scoring drive.Does a WR #6 who bounces between the roster and the practice squad give those higher scoring odds n 2 drives per game? Very doubtful.Finding a good punt returner isn't easy, but spending the staff time and draft resources sure seems to be worth the effort when you compare the impact of a typical WR #6 with a good punt returner.</blockquote>

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