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  • #16
    PACKER DRAFT PREVIEW PICKS

    The following shows who NFL draft enthusiasts think the Green Bay Packers are going to get with their first 3 draft picks. Players are shown with the number of mock drafts that had this player going to the Packers, and the % of the time that this player was selected to go to the Packers. The bottom table gives a list of positions that the Green Bay Packers are most likely targeting with their first 3 picks of the draft.

    Top 15 Targeted Prospects at Pick 16

    1 Marshawn Lynch, RB California 221 61.2
    2 Reggie Nelson, S Florida 11 3
    3 Ted Ginn, WR Ohio State 10 2.8
    4 Darrelle Revis, CB Pittsburgh 9 2.5
    5 Dwayne Jarrett, WR USC 9 2.5
    6 Adrian Peterson, RB Oklahoma 8 2.2
    7 Michael Bush, RB Louisville 7 1.9
    8 Laron Landry, S LSU 7 1.9
    9 Levi Brown, OT Penn St. 6 1.7
    10 Brady Quinn, QB Notre Dame 6 1.7
    11 Amobi Okoye, DT Louisville 6 1.7
    12 Sidney Rice, WR South Carolina 5 1.4
    13 Patrick Willis, ILB Ole Miss 4 1.1
    14 Dwayne Bowe, WR LSU 4 1.1
    15 Alan Branch, DT Michigan 3 0.8

    Top 7 Targeted Prospects at Pick 48

    1 Zach Miller, TE Arizona St 11 9.5
    2 Eric Weddle, S Utah 8 6.9
    3 Kenny Irons, RB Auburn 7 6
    4 Fred Bennett, CB SC 6 5.2
    5 Greg Olsen, TE Miami 6 5.2
    6 Tony Hunt, RB Penn State 5 4.3
    7 Aaron Rouse, S Virginia Tech 4 3.4

    Top 10 Targeted Prospects at Pick 80

    1 Tim Crowder, DE Texas 3 6.8
    2 Mkristo Bruce, DE Washington State 2 4.5
    3 Darius Walker, RB Notre Dame 2 4.5
    4 Adam Carriker, DE Nebraska 2 4.5
    5 Travarous Bain, CB Hampton 2 4.5
    6 Dallas Baker, WR Florida 2 4.5
    7 Marquice Cole, CB Northwestern 2 4.5
    8 Antonio Pittman, RB Ohio State 2 4.5
    9 Ded Harrington, ILB Missouri 1 2.3
    10 Aundrae Allison, WR Eastern Carolina 1 2.3

    Top 7 Targeted Positions in the First Two Rounds of the Draft

    1 Running Back 263 50.5
    2 Wide Receiver 52 10
    3 Cornerback 46 8.8
    4 Safety 40 7.7
    5 Defensive End 37 7.1
    6 Tight End 24 4.6
    7 Defensive Tackle 14 2.7


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    • #17
      Re: PACKER DRAFT PREVIEW PICKS

      Top 15 Targeted Prospects at Pick 16

      2 Reggie Nelson, S Florida 11 3
      5 Dwayne Jarrett, WR USC 9 2.5
      8 Laron Landry, S LSU 7 1.9
      12 Sidney Rice, WR South Carolina 5 1.4
      14 Dwayne Bowe, WR LSU 4 1.1
      I'd take.

      6 Adrian Peterson, RB Oklahoma 8 2.2
      I wish.

      7 Michael Bush, RB Louisville 7 1.9
      15 Alan Branch, DT Michigan 3 0.8
      No!

      Top 7 Targeted Prospects at Pick 48

      1 Zach Miller, TE Arizona St 11 9.5
      2 Eric Weddle, S Utah 8 6.9
      5 Greg Olsen, TE Miami 6 5.2
      I'd take.


      Top 10 Targeted Prospects at Pick 80

      4 Adam Carriker, DE Nebraska 2 4.5
      I wish.
      "There's a lot of interest in the draft. It's great. But quite frankly, most of the people that are commenting on it don't know anything about what they are talking about."--Ted Thompson

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      • #18
        those all seem good to me

        it would be nice if we had our pick ofthe top 2 TE's in the draft with our second. either ones an upgrade i would say

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        • #19
          FREE AGENTS: PACKER INTERESTS



          On the Sidelines (Update) by JA PackerChatters.com

          Some people I talked to think the Packers will let Ahman Green walk because they, the people I talked to, feel he is done and will not be the type of player he once was. If the Packers were to re-sign him, it would be for a 1 or 2 year deal. There are a few teams that seem to be interested in the Packers DE "KGB" including the Buccaneers, Raiders, Cardinals, Browns, Broncos, Texans, Redskins and Jags. Packers fans, just remember the name John Beck (QB, BYU) during the draft days). Deon Grant may be on the Packers short list, but they will not get into a bidding war over him. Sidney Rice's name is moving up draft boards, possibly as high as #16 to the Packers....



          Patty's Report - Some Free Agent Whispers by Patty Packerchatters.com

          With FA about to happen there is some news concerning potential free agents. First off what does GB do with Ahman Green? The word circulating is that the Packers would like to resign him but not as a starter or starter's money. The trouble with this is that there are some teams interested in offering Ahman Green a larger part (performance wise) than Green Bay. Teams expected to be interested are the Eagles - Houston and the Giants with Houston maybe interested in Ahman as a starter. And what about DE Cullen Jenkins: he is said to be shooting for the moon and the Packers might decide not to pay him that kind of money. Cullen has yet to show enough to merit that kind of pay. Green Bay is said to be interested in as many as 3 DE's about to hit the FA market. Could this be a signal that they may not give Jenkins what he is asking for? Just my opinion but I think the packers should resign Jenkins and add another prominent DE and use KGB in a trade. The Green Bay Packers are expected to attempt to resign David Martin TE - The line has that the Packers think he brings speed to the position and they can use him. He is well schooled in their offense and the time to take to get a new TE up to par would over shadow the possible effects of a new TE especially in this draft and FA market. Interesting side note to the Free Agents about to hit the market are a few players that teams would like to move. The Packers are interested in a couple of those players. Dante Hall WR/Ret is available from the Chiefs. The asking price is not known but the Chiefs believe his receiving skills does not warrant keeping him around. Despite the fact he is one of the best returners in the game. The other player that just might be had for the right price is Tatum Bell RB (Denver). Bell fumbles way too much for Shanahan and is on the outs. Remember Ahman Green also had the rep of fumbling too much for Holmgren. The Bronco's are wanting a veteran and a draft pick - Hmm? Bell is 5-11 216 with outstanding quickness and break away speed. Has some power to his game and can dish out some hurt when turning up the middle. Developing into a receiver out of the backfield as well but does not have route running ability as of yet. Now back to the Free Agents. These are in terms of perceived interest by Green Bay according to John Clayton and Chris Mortensen:

          1) Donte Stallworth WR: The Packers are really keeping a close eye and ear on these developments. Even though Donte has come out and said he prefers to stay with Philadelphia he is interested in seeing what other teams are offering. SO far the Eagles seem cool towards resigning him but with 3 weeks to go that interest should get warmer. The thinking around NFL circles is that if the Eagles are slow in negotiating that Green Bay has the strength and muscle to get their #1 desire. Stallworth brings solid credentials to the mix with a blend of speed and quickness along with good hands and route running. Teams expecting to make a run at Stallworth are the Vikings Tennessee and the 49'ers. San Francisco has made Stallworth their #1 objective and they have an enormous amount of cap money to spend but the packers are said to fixated on adding Stallworth

          2) Justin Smith DE: practically every team in the NFL could use another DE. Some are in desperate situations to improve at the position. The Packers acknowledge they have their own decision with Cullen Jenkins but if they could add a player like Justin Smith they would jump at the opportunity. Justin is a complete 3 down DE with the ability to rush the QB and the quickness to drop off into passing lanes in short designed areas. Good run defender as well. Used in several capacities by the Bengals that did not utilize his talents. The Bengals really want to keep Smith but will not franchise him. Currently the odds favor St. Louis Rams as he is a Missourian and the Rams were one of his favorite teams growing up. Detroit is expected to make a serious run at Justin Smith as well. They the Lions have no one with Smith's ability. Green Bay - Seattle and Tennessee are expected to have great interest in Smith. Denver Bronco's are looking to add a DE as well.

          3) Deon Grant S: it was thought that the Jags would franchise him but word is out now that they will not. A lot of teams are in need of a S with Grants skills. Grant is a good ball hawk and reads the play quite well. Has good speed and athleticism. Grant wold be the best safety the packers have had since Leroy Butler. In fact he plays the free spot so well that Nick Collins could be moved to a more natural slot at SS. The word around the NFL is that the Packers do intend to talk with Grant very early in the FA process. The Philadelphia Eagles are going to let Michael Lewis go and are expected to make a strong push for Grant. The St. Louis Rams have never recovered from losing Adam Archuleta and are expected to be players for Grant as well.

          4) Drew Bennett WR: in a somewhat surprising development the packers are indeed interested in Drew Bennett but the word is they believe he will receive expensive offers which will end any hope of the Packers of adding a Quality #3 WR that fits exactly what McCarthy is seeking. When he said he wanted some play makers on offense many believed he was talking about home run type players but in a later interview he talked about getting difference makers that keeps drives going and the chains moving. He said it was vitally important to get Brett some protection and security. That fits Bennett's bio to a great degree. A solid route runner with ultimate consistency. Tennessee is expected to try and keep Bennett especially if Vince Young ants him back. But the team expected to be the front runner for Bennett is Indianapolis. The Colts are looking for a slot #3 WR. Watch for the Falcons to make a play as well. And San Diego is whispered to be focusing in on Bennett as well.

          5) Damion McIntosh OT: a little surprise that Green Bay is more interested in an OT than a versatile OG like Eric Steinbach. McIntosh is interesting because he is not considered a solid pass rusher. His technique is rough around the edges. But he gives 100% on every play and is a very coach-able player. One of the best run blocking OT's in the NFL. Some might say he is one of the top 3 in the NFL. He moves and has above average slide, Solid power and strength and understands leverage as well as anyone. Miami does not want to lose him and are trying to extend but so far Damion wants to see what FA offers. Teams expected to make an effort to sign him are the Dallas Cowboys - Houston Texans - Tampa Bay and San Francisco - A report out of the Mercury News has Stallworth, Nate Clements and McIntosh as the 49er's primary objectives in FA. I hear the Packers are very interested in McIntosh as well.

          Other FA's with some news to report:

          Leonard Davis OT: Houston - Atlanta and Dallas with the Cowboys favored to sign him

          Eric Steinbach OG: the Bengals are trying to resign him. making a hard effort to do so. If not then look for Chicago to make a hard pus for him. Other teams interested are Detroit and St. Louis

          Ken Hamlin S; Seattle is slow to resign him. A mistake?? Teams said to be high on Hamlin are: St. Louis and New England. The Patriots are considered the team that Hamlin would fit with the best but keep in mind that New England will not over pay for any player. St. Louis has the cap room to outbid anyone. The Eagles might go after him if they miss out on Deon Grant. Green Bay is said to have moderate interest but will not get into a bidding war.

          Cory Redding DE/DT: getting more interest than expected. Word on the street has as many as 9 teams interested in talking with Redding. Cory has good moves for a player his size and often times can drop off into pass coverage. Great size -speed combo and changes directions very well. His troubles comes in that he does not get leverage and can be taken out of plays and is slow to recognize plays at times. Only mild interest by Green Bay according to sources close to the Packers.


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          • #20
            FREE AGENCY PACKER URGENCY



            Sydney Speaks! Go get the help! by Sydney Scout.com

            PackerReport.com's Harry Sydney details the biggest areas of need for the Green Bay Packers and soon-to-be free agents that he feels can help the team in 2007: safety, wide receiver and tight end are biggest areas of need


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            • #21
              DRAFT PREVIEW: RECEIVERS

              2007 NFL Draft WR Rankings

              Wide Receiver
              1. Calvin Johnson, Georgia Tech
              2. Dwayne Jarrett, USC
              3. Ted Ginn Jr, Ohio St, Jr.
              4. Robert Meachem, Tennessee
              5. Dwayne Bowe, LSU
              6. Sidney Rice, South Carolina
              7. Johnnie Lee Higgins, UTEP
              8. Jason Hill, Washington St.
              9. Aundrae Allison, East Carolina
              10.Paul Williams, Fresno St.

              Tight End
              1. Zach Miller, Arizona St.
              2. Scott Chandler, Iowa

              3. Joe Newton, Oregon St.
              4. Greg Olsen, Miami, Jr.
              5. Matt Spaeth, Minnesota

              Other Receiver Prospects
              Steve Smith, USC
              Rhema McKnight, Notre Dame
              Courtney Taylor, Auburn
              Chris McFoy, USC
              Marquay McDaniel, Hampton
              Henry Tolbert, Grambling
              Jayson Swain, Tennessee
              Ryne Robinson, Miami(OH)
              Syndric Steptoe, Arizona
              Matt Trannon, Michigan St.

              PREVIEW PICKS/PACKER CHOICES:
              1. Calvin Johnson-6'4, 215-Georgia Tech-gifted with tools to be a immediate difference maker. A top 5 pick in the April draft.
              2. Dwayne Jarrett-6'4, 207-USC-made big plays but lacks straight line speed. A top 10 pick in April draft.
              3. Ted Ginn Jr.-6'0, 185-Ohio St.-world class speed who needs to add weight and get stronger. A top 10-20 pick in the 1st round.
              4. Sidney Rice-6'4, 195-S. Carolina-outstanding leaping ability and good hands. A mid-to late pick in the first round.
              5. Robert Meacham-6'3, 215-Tennessee-deceptive speed and fights for the ball. A mid-to-late 1st round pick.
              6. Dwayne Bowe- 6'3, 215-LSU-West Coast type WR with great size, fights for the ball, red zone threat, and good speed. A mid-to late 1st round or early 2nd round pick.

              BONUS [TO REPLACE 2006 BAD PICK]:
              7. Jocoby Jones-WR/KR-6'3, 205-Lane College-exceptional speed and size including ability to return kicks and punts.

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              • #22
                FREE AGENCY PACK PREVIEW



                Everybody wins with Harris' new contract by Lawrence Scout.com

                The deal, which includes no guaranteed money, is good PR for the Packers. Al Harris’ new contract shows that where there’s a will, there’s a way. At 32 — he’ll turn 33 on Dec. 7 — Harris is getting close to the age in which an elite cornerback’s skills can fall dramatically and without much warning. That’s the future, though, and it’s the great unknown. What is known is that Harris is one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL, and he wasn’t being paid as such. Harris made a bit of a stink last offseason about his displeasure with his contract, which runs through 2009. Unlike Javon Walker, though, Harris’ comments were infrequent and weren’t much more than lip service. While he skipped voluntary workouts, he was in Green Bay when he needed to be, and he put together another tremendous season. The dilemma for general manager Ted Thompson was to give Harris a well-earned raise while protecting the team should Harris’ skills quickly erode. Mission accomplished. Most of the $4 million in new money will be paid in weekly bonuses on top of the $2.7 million he’s owed for 2007, $2.85 million for 2008 and $3 million for 2009. As long as Harris is on the team, he’ll get the extra dollars — about 75,000 of them a week. If Harris’ play slips and the Packers decide to sever ties, then they’re completely off the hook, both in real dollars and salary-cap dollars. Beyond the dollars and cents, this deal made sense in the big picture. For one, keeping Harris happy is a priority, especially considering Woodson received more than $10 million in up-front money to join the Packers last season, only to play second-fiddle to Harris. If the Packers’ defense is to continue its strong play from the last month of last season, then Harris must be at his lock-’em-up best. It's good to feel appreciated. Beyond that, don’t for a minute think this contract won’t be noticed by other players around the league, who may give Green Bay a second look during free agency. The Packers were under no obligation to rework Harris’ contract. Like it or not, Harris was stuck playing under that deal for the next three seasons. But the Packers recognized Harris’ superlative play and decided he wasn’t being paid what he’s worth. So, what’s good for Harris is good for the team, and good for its image....

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                • #23
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                  • #24
                    Re: DRAFT PREVIEW: RECEIVERS

                    Originally posted by TopHat
                    Wide Receiver
                    1. Calvin Johnson, Georgia Tech
                    2. Dwayne Jarrett, USC
                    3. Ted Ginn Jr, Ohio St, Jr.
                    4. Robert Meachem, Tennessee
                    5. Dwayne Bowe, LSU
                    6. Sidney Rice, South Carolina
                    7. Johnnie Lee Higgins, UTEP
                    8. Jason Hill, Washington St.
                    9. Aundrae Allison, East Carolina
                    10.Paul Williams, Fresno St.

                    4. Sidney Rice-6'4, 195-S. Carolina-outstanding leaping ability and good hands. A mid-to late pick in the first round.
                    Would be delighted with Rice, but that would be if nelson was taken, and id like to trade down a few picks and then draft him. I also like the reciver from Michigan Steve Breatson. Although breston wont be taken very high

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                    • #25
                      Is Ginn healed up?

                      BTW.......thanks for all the info Top Hat!
                      C.H.U.D.

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                      • #26
                        Re: DRAFT PREVIEW: RECEIVERS

                        Originally posted by Charles Woodson
                        Originally posted by TopHat
                        Wide Receiver
                        1. Calvin Johnson, Georgia Tech
                        2. Dwayne Jarrett, USC
                        3. Ted Ginn Jr, Ohio St, Jr.
                        4. Robert Meachem, Tennessee
                        5. Dwayne Bowe, LSU
                        6. Sidney Rice, South Carolina
                        7. Johnnie Lee Higgins, UTEP
                        8. Jason Hill, Washington St.
                        9. Aundrae Allison, East Carolina
                        10.Paul Williams, Fresno St.

                        4. Sidney Rice-6'4, 195-S. Carolina-outstanding leaping ability and good hands. A mid-to late pick in the first round.
                        Would be delighted with Rice, but that would be if nelson was taken, and id like to trade down a few picks and then draft him. I also like the reciver from Michigan Steve Breatson. Although breston wont be taken very high

                        TOP HAT: I agree, if the Pack decide to go with a WR, not RB or S or TE or DE, in 1st round. Meachem, Rice, or Bowe are a perfect fit. As an option, I show many good ones, including one sleeper, for later rounds, since most mocks see Nelson, and by the way Johnson and Jarrett, picked by 15th. The Pack need to decide about Culver and Underwood roles too. I will have more later about CBs and Ss.

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                        • #27
                          Originally posted by Freak Out
                          Is Ginn healed up?

                          BTW.......thanks for all the info Top Hat!
                          Yeah, I don't think his injury was serious... a couple of weeks type thing.
                          "There's a lot of interest in the draft. It's great. But quite frankly, most of the people that are commenting on it don't know anything about what they are talking about."--Ted Thompson

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                          • #28
                            Rice would be nice, but I get the feeling a WR will not come in the 1st round. Just a feeling I get.
                            "Greatness is not an act... but a habit.Greatness is not an act... but a habit." -Greg Jennings

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                            • #29
                              Originally posted by MJZiggy
                              Rice would be nice, but I get the feeling a WR will not come in the 1st round. Just a feeling I get.
                              Will we see another Greg Jennings or Marques Colston arise?
                              "I've got one word for you- Dallas, Texas, Super Bowl"- Jermichael Finley

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                              • #30
                                That's what I'm thinking. Someone tell me about the Williams kid. And Higgins.
                                "Greatness is not an act... but a habit.Greatness is not an act... but a habit." -Greg Jennings

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