Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs made the rounds at Radio Row in New Orleans on Wednesday. During his various appearances, the Pro Bowler made one thing clear: the Packers need help to become one of the NFL’s great teams in 2025.
And he was rather specific about where he thinks the Packers need to add.
In a sit down with Chris Simms and Mike Florio of NBC Sports, Jacobs pointed to three positions where he thinks the Packers could use help.
“We’re probably missing like 2-3 pieces. Once we get that, we’ll be alright. I think we need another defensive end. I think we need another defensive back. And I think we need a wide receiver — a real (No. 1) wide receiver. I love the guys we have in the receiver room, they all have the potential to be a No. 1, but we need a guy that’s proven to be a No. 1.”
It’s hard to disagree with Jacobs’ assessment. Rushing the passer from the edge was a problem for most of the season, so adding a defensive end is likely. With Jaire Alexander’s future uncertain and Eric Stokes entering free agency, cornerback is a need. And wide receiver is suddenly a question mark after Christian Watson suffered a significant injury and none of the second-year receivers took a big jump in 2024.
Jacobs said the Packers struggled the “details” and didn’t make the “4-5 plays” that often decide big games.
Among other things in the interview, Jacobs said the 2024 season was one of the “healthiest” for him in the NFL. He played in every game for just the second time in his professional career and still feels great despite handling over 350 touches.
“This is the healthiest my body has felt,” Jacobs said. “I feel as good as can be.”
The final part of the interview was on Jordan Love.
“Everybody loves him. He’s the guy. Don’t get it mistaken,” Jacobs said. “We have the utmost confidence and respect and love for him. He’s one of those guys who is going to do everything right, he’s going to lead the team the right way, he’s going to motivate people the right way, and he’s going to put in extra time. He’s living what he preaches. He’s just one of those guys you love to go out there and play for. He’s going to be good. Get some pieces around him, make him feel a little more comfortable. Obviously dealt with the injury early that lingered throughout the whole year. Once he gets comfortable, he’s going to be good.”