Bears New Bears HC Ben Johnson took an interesting shot at Packers HC Matt LaFleur during his introductory conference. “I know this is the toughest division of football right now,” Johnson said, via PFT. “There’s three teams that made the playoffs this year. I’ve got tremendous amount of respect for the coaches and the players in this league having competed against them for the … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Ben Johnson, Ennis Rakestraw, Bears, Lions, Packers
NFC Notes: Terrion Arnold, Javon Bullard, Jeff Hafley, Lions, Packers
Lions Lions first-round CB Terrion Arnold reflected on his rookie year and said it won’t be long until he is the best cornerback in the NFL. “It was nothing but experience,” Arnold said, via the team’s website. “A lot of teams sit back and play zone, and I had to go out there and challenge receiver one’s and I’m young. I know I’ll be the best corner in the league pretty … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Terrion Arnold, Javon Bullard, Jeff Hafley, Lions, Packers
Packers Think TE Tucker Kraft Could Be Elite Player
Packers TE Tucker Kraft was a breakout player in his second season, catching 50 passes for 707 yards and seven touchdowns in 2024. He was second on the team in receptions and yards and led the Packers in receiving touchdowns. Still, the Packers think Kraft could be only scratching the surface. Packers HC Matt LaFleur was asked if Kraft could become a George Kittle or Travis … [Read more...] about Packers Think TE Tucker Kraft Could Be Elite Player
Packers Interviewing Buccaneers DL Coach Kacy Rodgers For Same Role
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the Packers are interviewing Buccaneers DL coach Kacy Rodgers for their open DL coach role. Rapoport notes that Rodgers’ contract in Tampa Bay is up and he is considered one of the top assistants on the market. Rodgers, 55, got his first NFL job with the Cowboys in 2003 as the DT coach. He remained with Dallas until 2007 coaching DL or DTs. … [Read more...] about Packers Interviewing Buccaneers DL Coach Kacy Rodgers For Same Role
Packers Interviewed Eric Washington For DL Coach
According to Jonathan Jones, the Packers interviewed former Bears DC Eric Washington for their DL coach vacancy. Washington, 55, served as the defensive line coach at Northwestern from 2004-07 before departing to become the Bears defensive assistant/assistant defensive line coach in 2008. After three years in Chicago, Washington was hired by the Panthers as their defensive … [Read more...] about Packers Interviewed Eric Washington For DL Coach