Are You Satisfied with Poppinga as a Starting LB?

[Tony Oday]

I think we should bring in a LB that can cover a TE you know incase we want to not set a record for yards and TDs by a TE...

[Patler]

Re: Turn him into another KGB

BP has pass rush ability. Check out the college stats.

KGB is too expensive to keep. BP could fulfill KGB's role as a designated pass rusher. His relentless motor and good speed are valuable assets for a pass rusher.

They've tried him some at that. He showed nothing.

[motife]

how about that hit he put on Plaxico Burress in the first game against the Giants? He's somewhat of an enforcer. Has made some pretty good stops of runs on the outside behind the line.

[Fritz]

I'm not against bringing in Bailey or Chillar, or drafting a linebacker (or two). As long as you don't break the bank on Bailey or Chillar (and TT won't), it'll be fine. I think Poppinga can be a solid starting linebacker next year, but competition is fine, too.

[PackerBlues]

I would not mind seeing the Packers keep Poppinga, but I would like to see depth added to the position at the very least. Best case scenario would be for the Packers to find a guy who could start in front of Poppinga, rather than replace him altogether.

[Cheesehead Craig]

If we went into next season with him as our starter, it's not the worst thing in the world. I think we should draft someone to compete with him. Poppinga may not have been on the job very long, but he's also 28 years old and in 2-3 years, we'll definately need to replace him. Better to have someone getting ready now.