mtgrizrule said:
Congrats to the Packers and their fans. I am glad Pittsburgh did not win another one. I like the Steelers, just don't like any fan base getting too many rings. Except the Lakers.
Packer fans have a lot to look forward too the next several years. Rodgers, Nelson, Jennings, Finley, Grant, Matthews, are all very young. Finley and Grant being back next year from injury, will make for a better team. We will see how the offseason plays out, but right now, I love the Packers chances next season.
Agreed, and keep in mind that they had tons of injuries on defense as well, and all that happened was new stars rose up to take over. Looking at this defensive roster:
Dline: Pickett, Jenkins, Raji, Green with backups Neal and Jolley set to return next year. Pickett might retire, Jenkins is a free agent but I think we'll tie him back down.
OLB: Zombo/Walden are the 3rd/4th stringers opposite Matthews, Jones and Poppinga will also return to vie for a spot.
MLB: With Bishop filling in for the injured Barnett he landed a long-term contract, of Hawk and Barnett it's presumed one will be traded. Also Brandon Chillar will return next year.
CB: I hope Woodson doesn't retire, Sheilds and Williams are the presumed lock-down guys. Also Lee and Underwood are promising backups
S: Burnett will return, Peprah in his place did amazing. Collins rocks and Bigby make a decent backup. Bush can play the whole field, S, CB, Special Teams.
This defense will be over-loaded with returning talent and really only Cullen Jenkins is a true free-agent who could be expendable (but I hope not). This D will be real good for years to come as they proved this year even the 2nd / 3rd stringers got it done when needed.