Seven Packers selected to Pro Bowl

[mission]

Aaron Rodgers, Greg Jennings, John Kuhn, Clay Matthews, B.J. Raji, Scott Wells, Charles Woodson.

Starters: Rodgers, Matthews, Woodson, Kuhn
Alternates: Bishop, Crosby, Finley, Nelson, Sitton, Williams, return specialist Cobb.

Most (7) selected since the 1967 team. Hard to really disagree although I wonder what Kuhn has done to make it. Good for him, though.

[MJZiggy]

Kuhn got the fans to yell KUUUUUUHHHHHNNNNN! That ain't easy to do.

[sheepshead]

None will play. :-)

[sheepshead]

Anyone else think Tim Masthay should have made it?

[pittstang5]

Anyone else think Tim Masthay should have made it?

Can't tell if you are joking, but no, I don't think he should have.

However, I am surprised that Bulaga didn't make it...must be because of the injury.

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kuhn made it?

that's f'ing awesome

all based on the chant

kuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhnnn

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Anyone else think Tim Masthay should have made it?

yes, he's been a stud but its gotta be hard to make the pro bowl as a punter

i mean you follows punting stats? unless you watch the packer games, you'd never know just how good he is

[pittstang5]

Scott Wells - well deserved

[Joemailman]

Once again, Masthay started poorly and finished strong. As a result, he was 6th in the NFC in gross average, and 10th in net average. He needs to start as strongly as he finishes to be a Pro Bowler.

[Pugger]

Can any of you think of another FB more deserving? I too hope the guys won't play in that game because they'll be busy preparing for another bigger prize.

[Zpark93]

Now Wells is even going to want more money

[Gunakor]

Now Wells is even going to want more money


Well deserved too. For all the problems our OL has had, be it this year or any of the past 3 years, on how many occasions have you heard Scott Wells' name called as the guy who messed up? He's a bit undersized but might possibly be the most technically sound center in football. He wins his battles on almost every snap. It's about time he got some national recognition for that. Pay the man, he's earned it.

[Brandon494]

Kuhn did score 6 TDs this season which is probably the most of any FB in the league. (too lazy to actually look it up)

[Brandon494]

I'm surprised Rodgers made it though, dude has only been average this season.

[denverYooper]

I'm surprised Rodgers made it though, dude has only been average this season.

:lol:

[Pugger]

I'm surprised Rodgers made it though, dude has only been average this season.

He got in just on reputation alone. :lol:

[gbgary]

a bunch of Packers as alternates too...bishop, cobb, finley, nelson, sitton, and twill.

[Harlan Huckleby]

kuhn made it?

that's f'ing awesome
I would say ridiculous, but he has blocked well.

Raji made it for 2010.

Great to see Wells recognized, very deserved.

[sheepshead]

yes, he's been a stud but its gotta be hard to make the pro bowl as a punter

i mean you follows punting stats? unless you watch the packer games, you'd never know just how good he is

I had no idea how he compared. Just glad we have him.

[mmmdk]

The seven Packer samurai will take stage in Indy! Man, Kurusawa could've made an epic Packer samurai movie - like a katana through cheese!!

WOOT :cow:

[Harlan Huckleby]

Can any of you think of another FB more deserving?
FB is a part-time specialist position, not so many offensive threats there. I'm surprised there aren't more pass recievers. Here is preseason ranking.

1. Vonta Leach - Ravens
The former Texan was likely a big boost for the running game as Arian Foster had such a breakout year. He has a good, stout build, and is powerful, like the prototypical fullback.
He's really not a rushing fullback at all, but his blocking is superior to all fullbacks in the league. He can catch fairly well, but isn't spectacular.
In short, he does his job, and he does it as well as anyone.

2. LeRon McClain - Chiefs
McClain is most likely the best rushing fullback of any on this list, almost to the point of competing to be a halfback.
However, in the Chiefs' scheme, with Charles and Jones, he will likely only rush on short yardage and block for Charles.
He's not the best blocking fullback, but he certainly isn't a poor blocker. A unique player in the league.

3. Leonard Weaver - Eagles
Weaver is likely the best fullback for a West Coast system in the league. He's versatile, as he is a good receiver and rusher as well as being a pretty good run blocker, just not a great one.
He is a great utility in third down and short-yardage situations. He was injured for a good portion of last year, and he still needs to prove his knee injury is in the past. When healthy though, he might be the best in the league.

4. Lousaka Polite - Dolphins
An underrated player, Polite had an incredibly efficient season in 2009, and still a very good one in 2010. He's not the most agile, but he's strong and smart, and a great straight-line runner.
The efficiency comes in short-yardage downs, in which he very frequently gets the needed yardage in that scenario.

5. Greg Jones - Jaguars
He's getting a bit older, but Jones has been one of the most consistently good fullbacks for the last few years, and more than capable at all aspects of the position.
He is a great lead blocker, clearing the way for marquee running back Maurice Jones-Drew. He can both block for the QB in pass protection and catch balls.
He's also a useful power presence for short runs.

6. Ovie Mughelli - Falcons
A hard-nosed, bruising blocker with plenty of strength. He really is only used in certain formations, but he does his job very well, which is to pave the way for Michael Turner and Co. in the Falcons' backfield.
He also can pass-block well when asked to protect QB Matt Ryan. An underrated part of a dynamic Falcons' offense.

7. Mike Tolbert - Chargers

Tolbert is an excellent rusher for a fullback, something San Diego took full advantage of last year.
Some may consider him a HB actually, so maybe he belongs on a different list, but he certainly was a big part of a good offense in San Diego.
He's a decent blocker as well, but his versatility as a rusher really puts him up on this list.

8. John Kuhn - Packers
A fan favorite this season in Green Bay, and the praise is warranted. He had a breakout season last year, and shows great athleticism for a fullback.
He really is most like a utility running back; he does a bunch of different roles in Green Bay. Time will tell if the success from last year will continue for the veteran. I'm betting it will.

9. Tony Richardson - Jets
He may not be employed right now, and maybe people don't agree, but Richardson, even at his old age, should be considered a top-tier fullback, just as he has been his entire career.
He has lost a step, but he has incredible technique, awareness, and remains an elite blocking fullback.
He was a staple in the Jets' ground-and-pound offense. All 32 teams have made a mistake so far not picking him up.

10. Madison Hedgecock - Giants
An unheralded lead blocker who has kept the Giants' running game among the best in football over the last few seasons. He has great size and strength for the position, and is a tremendous lead blocker.
All Giants running backs seem to have a bit of success, and Hedgecock is vital to maintaining the reputation of solid running backs in New York.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/819427-2011-top-ten-fullbacks-leach-leads-mcclain-richardson-remains-great

[Cheesehead Craig]

Anyone else think Tim Masthay should have made it?

Andy Lee in SF has had a monster season. He was going to be named the starter hands down.