Green Bay Packers: Dominating Preseason and Beyond
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The Green Bay Packers have been the talk of the preseason, winning every single game with what looks like an iron grip on their season’s momentum. It’s not just about winning, though—it’s about how they’re winning. With impressive acquisitions, notable returns, and a few ongoing development projects, the Packers are gearing up to make a splash. That being said, the road ahead is not without its bumps, and no one knows this better than their so-called “star” cornerback, Jaire Alexander. But let’s not get ahead of ourselves.
Christian Watson: Rumored Return Could Be a Game-Changer
One of the most exciting developments for the Packers is the potential return of wide receiver Christian Watson, who has been out since suffering an injury near the end of last season’s playoffs. While Watson isn’t back just yet, rumors are swirling that his return is imminent—and when he does come back, it could be a huge boost for the offense. Watson had an incredible rookie season and showed flashes of being a true difference-maker. With his speed and playmaking ability, the Packers are hoping he can provide a deep threat and a reliable target for Jordan Love. Once Watson is fully healthy, expect him to immediately step into a key role on offense, helping open up the field and giving defenses yet another headache to deal with.
New Faces, Big Impact: Elijah Mitchell and David Andrews
The Packers made a couple of key acquisitions in the offseason that could bolster their roster significantly. First up is running back Elijah Mitchell. Coming in from San Francisco, Mitchell is a dynamic, fast runner who has the ability to break tackles and make defenders miss. Mitchell will be playing the backup role to Josh Jacobs, who takes on the starting running back duties for the Packers. With a reliable and explosive runner like Mitchell behind Jacobs, the Packers now have a strong duo in the backfield, ensuring depth and versatility in the running game. If Mitchell stays healthy, which has been a concern in his past, he could provide significant contributions and spell Jacobs as needed throughout the season.
Then there’s David Andrews, the new center acquired to shore up an offensive line that needed help. Andrews, known for his tough, physical play, brings leadership and stability to the front five. With a young quarterback in Jordan Love, the last thing the Packers want is instability up front. Andrews provides a steadying presence that could make all the difference in the running game and in protecting Love from the pass rush. His experience in the NFL, particularly with the Patriots, will be invaluable as the Packers look to run the ball more effectively and give their quarterback time to make plays.
Jordan Morgan: Time to Prove Himself
On the flip side, one of the more disappointing figures for the Packers thus far has been Jordan Morgan, the offensive lineman drafted last year. While Morgan was expected to be a key piece for the future, he has underwhelmed since entering the NFL. The Packers’ offensive line has been inconsistent, and Morgan has struggled to carve out a significant role for himself.
The real question is whether he’ll take that next step, or if he’ll continue to be a draft pick that simply never panned out. So far, Morgan’s development has been slow, and with the team bringing in veterans like Andrews, it’s hard to see where Morgan fits into the long-term plan. The Packers will need him to show up in a big way during the regular season or risk seeing him fade into obscurity.
Jaire Alexander: A Total Letdown
And then there’s Jaire Alexander. Oh boy, Jaire. If anyone has consistently failed to live up to expectations, it’s this guy. Alexander has been handed the title of “shutdown corner,” but anyone who’s been paying attention knows that’s just a label that doesn’t match the reality. For all his talk and swagger, he has repeatedly been exposed in big moments, failing to make the plays that should be a given for someone of his supposed caliber. What happened to the player who was touted as one of the best in the league? Instead, we’ve seen a cornerback who takes way too many risks, misses tackles, and, let’s be honest, has had more than his fair share of blown coverages.
Packers fans deserve better. Alexander has all the tools to be great, but for whatever reason, he consistently fails to put it together when it counts. His performance in preseason has done nothing to quell the doubts that linger about his ability to carry the cornerback unit. The fact that the Packers still rely on him as a supposed “cornerstone” of their defense is honestly baffling. They’ve spent so much time hyping him up, yet he has not proven himself to be worthy of the accolades. The longer this continues, the more it’ll become clear that the Packers might need to cut ties with him sooner rather than later. He’s the weak link in an otherwise solid defense.
Jordan Love’s “Silly Body” Condition
Now, let’s talk about Jordan Love, the quarterback the Packers are hinging their hopes on. It’s all well and good that Love has shown some flashes of potential in the preseason, but one thing that’s been making the rounds in Packers’ circles is his so-called "Silly Body" condition. That’s right. “Silly Body.” No, we’re not talking about some weird injury or physical limitation, nor are we talking about the self-proclaimed condition of being ticklish; we’re referring to the way Love moves. While it’s difficult to pinpoint, there’s an awkwardness to his throwing motion and his footwork that just screams “not quite there yet.” It’s almost like he’s still trying to grow into his own body—hence the appropriation of the term “Silly Body.”
It’s harmless enough for now, but if Love’s strange mechanics don’t get ironed out soon, it could become a bigger issue when the games count. With the spotlight on him, the world will soon see if his “Silly Body” can translate into NFL-caliber performance or if it’s a sign of bigger issues with his development.