Official 2016 Green Bay vs KC Pre Season Game Thread

[Dubz41]

Agree to disagree I guess. I didn't watch him as close in other games. I will say early on they used him only on third and long and he was maybe a little more effective. When they started playing him every down he had a harder go. On KCs first TD for example: Ryan had a chance to make a nice play for a loss in space and was too slow, but before that Fackrell got rag dolled inside by the TE then swallowed by two linemen. If he holds the edge there then the RB needs to slow down and make another move, giving more time for help to arrive. That happened a number of other times too. Was another play where he got funneled inside and went sprinting down the line in the wrong direction - the ball carrier was going the other way. Shouldn't surprise anyone because this was the knock coming out but that guy can't play every down. Maybe as a pass rush specialist late in games, and ST contributor. Frankly thought that guy we traded to the Bills was better.

Another thought - the interior back up OL of Patrick, Barclay and Taylor was like the three stooges at times, literally falling over one another. RT Murphy has done OK at times but he seemed to be off balance a lot. Spriggs was the best of the bunch but even he had a couple whiffs and plays he'd like to forget.

Wow, listening to the radio broadcast and following Silversteins in game blog painted a different picture of Fack's performance. No doubt he needs to get stronger, but he has raw, undeveloped skills you can't teach like length and speed. No one expected him to start, but his work ethic and talent should prove out in the long run. IMO.

I did NOT get to watch the game though, just witnessed it through others eyes.

 

[ChampionshipBelt]

I agree with, rp.

He is not an every down player at least at this point. He needs to definitely get stronger and adjust to the NFL. He might be good in the long run.

I also like what I saw from Lowry. I know he did not make a ton of splash plays; however, I like his motor and his push. He also needs to get stronger to compete.

I like this Hawkins kid. Played well last night. Had a an INT again. They better keep him and dump Goodson.

Lastly, not sure what they will do at RB. They probably should pick somebody up, if possible. What they have after Lacy and Starks is . Maybe they should sign Trent Richardson.

 

[rpiotr01]

Lastly, not sure what they will do at RB. They probably should pick somebody up, if possible. What they have after Lacy and Starks is . Maybe they should sign Trent Richardson.

They could keep Lacy, Starks and Rip. Cobb and especially Montgomery can be used out of the backfield like a 3rd RB. Use the extra spot to go heavy at WR or even keep Callahan on the 53 if they're inclined.

 

[oakleaf]

This was an ugly finish to a typical lackluster preseason. I was going to turn it off at the half. Then unfortunately a buddy came over to watch. What was an opportunity for some on the bubble to make a case, only one or two did. Random thoughts:

• Hawkins at corner made a case. Good coverage and another pick. Potential playmaker? Goodbye Goodson?
• Abby finished strong with nice catch and nice punt return. He is not in trouble.
• Interesting Abby, Davis and Adams started over Montgomery. That makes Montgomery #6. He is not in trouble with a blocked punt and okay kickoff returns... and unfortunately a possible injury to Davis. Unfortunately, Geronimo is headed to the PS, unless Davis' shoulder injury is severe.
• Adams looks like last season. Adams sucks.
• Burks is not making the 53. No player has shown that they deserve to be #3 RB. Montgomery and Cobb will be our #3 3rd down backs. How much of a concern is it going into the regular season with only two RBs and one FB? Maybe they pick someone up. (KC obviously has depth and will likely cut one of the two that tore us up.)
• Callahan did not make the case to keep a #3 QB on the roster. Maybe because...
• ...the O-line was fugly! No one was worse. Taylor, Barclay and Murphy were turnstiles. Bye to Taylor.
• The D-linemen did almost as bad as the O-linemen.
• Love Ted but sometimes he seems like an insane asylum escapee wandering the sidelines.
• Fackrell got better as the game went on. Hate to see Elliot go as I always thought he had a nose for the ball, but just haven't seen that development.
• Ryan showed why Barrington and Martinez should start. Bad angles...
• Bradford or Thomas, flip a coin on who we keep. Unless we keep five, my guess is Bradford.
• Brice did nothing to take away from a great preseason and earning a roster spot.
• I like how Evans tackles.
• We should keep Tyler Kuder... I like the name.
• Schum did his part to remove anxieties over the punting situation.

I don't see any real surprises this weekend. In fact, the biggest surprise will have been Mathsay.

 

[ChampionshipBelt]

That is an excellent point, rp.

This might be a way they could keep Geronimo. I think they should put Janis on the 6 week injured list and see how the healing process goes. Then they can also see what they have in Allison, IMHO.

 

[Cheesedog]

crap oline play seems to be a theme this pre season. not good...

I agree with, rp.

He is not an every down player at least at this point. He needs to definitely get stronger and adjust to the NFL. He might be good in the long run.

I also like what I saw from Lowry. I know he did not make a ton of splash plays; however, I like his motor and his push. He also needs to get stronger to compete.

I like this Hawkins kid. Played well last night. Had a an INT again. They better keep him and dump Goodson.

Lastly, not sure what they will do at RB. They probably should pick somebody up, if possible. What they have after Lacy and Starks is . Maybe they should sign Trent Richardson.

you're funny.. this is MM... Goodson isn't going anywhere.. unfortunately...

 

[ChampionshipBelt]

Cheese, with the way Hawkins played they have to keep him. Unless they get rid of Gunter and keep Goodson.

 

[rpiotr01]

Fwiw, this is a link to the clip of the one Fackrell play I mentioned above where he ran the wrong way. Whoops!

 

[realitybytes]

titans cut bishop sankey who was a second round draft pick in 2014. guy was buried on the depth chart behind demarco murray and derrick henry (and dexter mccluster), but he had one of the fastest 20-yard shuttles and 3-cone times in his draft class. is he worth a look?

oh and the browns cut rajion neal. we could always bring him back. oops, nevermind. he was injured against the bears. not much help there.

 

[GBP4EVER]

titans cut bishop sankey who was a second round draft pick in 2014. guy was buried on the depth chart behind demarco murray and derrick henry, but he had one of the fastest 20-yard shuttles and 3-cone times in his draft class. is he worth a look?

oh and the browns cut ralion neal. we could always bring him back. oops, nevermind. he was injured against the bears. not much help there.

Listening to NFL radio today they said Sankey is a very versitale back and could be a decent backup back. I think he could be worth a look. Think he would be better then the two UDFA we have right now fighting for the 3rd spot which neither should get.