This wouldn't be much of a sports blog without Packers discussion, and while I don't consider myself the foremost authority on all things Green and Gold, I believe that I can offer something that many media outlets in Wisconsin cannot — an unbiased, semi-educated look at the team.
There are some reasons to get excited about the Pack this year. The defense seems to be improved and linebacker A.J. Hawk is going to be a treat to watch. Brett Favre is back for another year and he's entered the realm of guys like Michael Jordan, Barry Bonds, etc., in that you never turn the channel when they are on TV.
While some might think the playoffs are a possiblity, I'm not so sure. In years past, when the Packers were mediocre at best at positions like wide receiver, running back, etc., they always had the NFL's best offensive line. That is defintely not the case this year. The defense is improved and will keep the score close, but without an ability to consistently move the ball, the Packers are going to struggle big time.
I'm seeing a six-win season at best and maybe a shot at the top pick in next year's draft, and perhaps the quarterback of the future, Brady Quinn.
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