I really like the noon games on Sunday. It is too hard to wait until 3:20 on game day!

I can see Keke making the jump as well and we really do need it this year.

Don't forget your many international followers !
I rather like the 12.00 start because in the UK that is a 6pm start, while much later starts (7-8pmET) mean a midnight to 1am start, for me.

Despite some awkward starting times, I still much prefer American Football to our own soccer football.

The year three players have mostly already broken out or are sliding into obscurity, but I still hold out hope for Jace Sternberger.

Keke was a good choice as he should be over that very nasty concussion, by now.

Favourite rookie this year..............RB Kylin Hill, a 7th round pick that I believe will do well in the NFL.

I will be going to a Packer game this year again. The later times gives a whole bunch more time for tailgating and the fun that goes with it.

Al, thank you for avoiding Aaron Rodgers speculation!

Nice article again, as always!

Living in Los Angeles I guess it doesn't matter much to me. Those days of having a bear and brat are long gone...Though I DO still love those brats! It's Brats and Snapple Ice Tea for me!

I'm with Al on Keke Kingsley. I really like Kingsley and believe he'll be a VERY special surprise for the Packers this season. I think we'll see him on the field more in situations other than obvious passing downs though I think he'll really shine there this year...9.5 Sacks for Keke this season plus an above average grade against the run...

Can't WAIT for June 1st to roll around. What ever the end result is I just want it to be over and STOP the distraction. I love Aaron Rodgers and honestly believe the Packers could win it all this year with him at QB. BUT if the Packers give in, screw up the cap in future years to keep him, then I'm sorry, I'm ready for a change. Get as MUCH as you can THIS YEAR Gute. WE may not win in 2021 without him, but with this roster, a slew of draft choices, and perhaps a player or two thrown in, I KNOW we can win a few down the road...Hopefully BEATING Rodgers along the way.

Nooners ROCK.

Agree on Kingsley Keke. Another player I’ve really liked who is in that year 3 wheel is Chandon Sullivan. He did have a phenomenal first year in limited use. He was highly productive for a UDFA rookie. He hit what hopefully was just a Sophomore slump last year.

My out of nowhere year 3 pick to hit the scene & contribute is THE YOSH!

Loved "the other Rodgers" category. Not much to say until some truth and facts inform the discussion.

Would love to have Keke make the jump. I would be worried that a "knock heads" trench player had such a severe and prolonged head injury. While not a 3rd year player, I am excited about the rookie Slaton. Overall, it just would be nice to see the DL improve.

I like the late start. I really like prime time. Some fall days in WI are amazing and a fall day outside hunting or fishing and then a Packers game after is the best. Nooners ruin that when it's getting dark by 5pm.

I'm not disappointed with anything Rodgers does. He's a Hollywood star now. And with it comes the attitude. We've been lucky to have one of the greatest QB in the NFL. I just wish we could say the same for management. I'm still not on board with KE KE. He's NO Reggie White. And as far as breaking out. Expect Lowrey; and the packers need a different approach. Rodgers -The glimpse of things to come? I'm sure the guys in front of him will have more to say about that. Especially if Adams is the next SITUATION.

Being in another market (Lions) and having that team suck means that the local team has a lot of noon (1 pm here) start times...so when the Packers start at noon, I usually have to "Wayne and Larry" it. I much prefer the noon kickoffs, but having a lot of late starts and prime time games means I get to see plenty of Packers live.

For us in western Wisconsin, it doesn't matter what time the Packers play, if the vikings are playing at the same time. Cable exclusivity and the NFL rules means that the vikings dictate that the Packers games will not be aired in western Wisconsin, since the NFL schedulers have the vikings playing at the same time as the Packers in five games, this season. Almost a third of this season is blacked out, for us, due to Minnesota medias' and NFL broadcast rules. That means I either have to get a satellite dish, or find a streaming channel that has the game, or go to a bar to watch the game. Neither are appealing to me. I guess I'll have to listen to the game on the radio with the Packers Radio Network and Wayne and Larry. Not bad company, at all. The games that will be blacked out, unless flexed, are Week 5: Packers vs Bengals; Week 6: Packers vs Bears; Week 10: Seahags at Packers; Week 12: Rams at Packers and Week 18: Packers vs Lions. Here's hoping the vikings are irrelevant by mid season, so schedule flexing may occur.

Bortles is Best:
Basically it tells me that its hard to find good QB's. Even in the first round.

Amari Rodgers:
He reminds me of Deebo Samual with this aspect of his game. Its tough to tackle him. He is by far the player I'm most looking forward to seeing play.

The other Rodgers:
I could see this going one of two ways. If he truly wants to be traded and wants out, I think this is where he does break his silence. He will tell the whole thing giving Mayne the story. If he doesn't want to leave, he won't say anything. or he will just continue with his future is a beautiful mystery. We shall see.

Year 3 Breakout:
My choice would also be Keke. I think he is going to have a big impact this year. His ability as a rusher from the inside will really help the defense.
I think Gary and Savage will have bigger years as well. I could see Gary becoming and dominant edge player this year. He has had 2 years to develop and now he is ready to take over. I also think Savage is poised for taking another step.

The Schedule:
I used to hate the afternoon games. I loved noon games. But now, as I seemingly always have to much to do, the 3:00 games are so much nicer for me. It allows me to get stuff done, and then when the game is done, its basically time to relax for the night.

Thanks for the Brain drain Al

Bortles: I like the signing, It is good to have a veteran QB on the cheap and being the #3 pick in the draft he does have some talent. He got the Jag’s to the Playoffs.

Amari: My favorite pick in this draft and I think if you polled Packers fans he would probably be the top vote getter for the favorite choice. He should contribute day one is a kick returner jet sweep guy and slot receiver. They shouldn’t even have to carry a fourth running back because I’m sure he could fill-in in a pinch.

Aaron Rodgers: Isn’t going anywhere this is much to do about nothing(well almost nothing) Murphy and Gutey know that it would be suicide To lose Rodgers.
I do think Rogers will reiterate how much his legacy means and how he would love to finish his career in Green Bay And the fans.And how he wants to win several more Super Bowls in Green Bay and he will also reiterate but that’s not in my control.

Third year breakout player: If Keke is the guy to break out this year What a great boost to the defense it would be, the concussion thing with him was a bit scary but that’s what NFL players have to deal with I guess. I also think it’s a make or break here for Sternberger, if he shows that he can be the Guy it will make it much easier for them to move on from Tonyan because they are going to be strapped on the salary cap and they are going to want to Sign Alexander and Davante Adams to extensions.

I can’t wait for all the Rogers drama to be over and for training camp to start this is going to be a Super Bowl team.
Go Pack

Keke’s problem has always been lower body strength (he’s always had a strong upper half. Great to hear that has been a real focus and the added bulk will help too. One can’t guarantee that he will burst out now, but this was what he had to do to reach his potential and should at least make him better and more versatile. I think he will grab a bigger role. I’m hoping that this unleashed his potential beyond that.

As to games, I like the mid afternoon ones. Time to get things done beforehand and get into the aftermath after.

Let's see, Rodgers not in camp but instead a fearured guest on ESPN. Expecting a master class in probing questions structured to shed new light on Packer managment behavior while giving Rodgers the opportunity to show respect towards all things Packers and take the high road. Perhaps a demonstration of PR schooling to come if necessary.

We have some very interesting rookies to watch. However, Myers could have the biggest impact by keeping our OL from shuffling around. With Dillon, Runyon, Martin, Barnes, and Keke hopefully improving and the additional help from our rookies , this could be an improvement from an already very good team. That's why Rod isn't going anywhere for at least this season. The only trade that would have made sense was to the Niners, and that passed. Denver would be a classic case of biting off your nose to spite your face.

Will be interesting to monitor how Amari fares relative to the rest of premier slot WR class. Waddle #6 was a pipe dream, Toney drafted #20, but front & center will be E.Moore #34, R.Moore #49, and Eskridge #56, whom we passed on.

May only be year 2, but I'm looking for our young LB TIGER cubs, Martin & Barnes, to begin to roar by season's end as the year of the TIGER draws nigh (Feb 2022). Dillon too if he can sustain health in a featured role. Assuming Love gets majority of starting reps this year, he should be on the docket next year.

Depends on what our recent performance record has been Which ever time the team plays better at is OK with me. I’m all about winning. Superstition as well.

Being a Green season ticket holder, I am a Nooner. Great memories with the sun high in the sky over a bright Lambeau field. The late games, especially during Nov/Dec with the sun sinking behind the stadium and gray sky with the lights on is not as appealing as the sun flooding the field for me.

Certainly Keke as a (3rd year) breakout player but also Sternberger. However I would be more optimistic if both had not major concussions - which can predispose them to another. I truly hope not, but concussions are still a problem that have yet to be fully remedied.

It's good that Savage and Gary are progressing nicely, but there's plenty more breakout room. Wouldn't it nice if one of them made the Pro Bowl? Gary: More playing time = more impact plays.

I like the Sunday night games because it frees the daylight hours to do other things. Also, Sunday night tends to avoid the less appealing match-ups, unlike Thursday night. Watching football on Thursday seems unnatural anyway; I wish they would do away with it.

Getting to be less and less an Aaron Rodgers fan with his actions or lack thereof! Believe KeKe will explode onto the scene this year and Jenkins will be a beast! Just hope Bak comes back early and as strong as ever! Also here is hoping Meyers will be a strong new center and much more than adequate! One more thing I wish Thursday night football would be gone, too hard on the players!

the schedule is great for those of us who live outside the Packers' broadcast area. but if Rodgers goes elsewhere no doubt some of those will get flexed so hoping he stays and plays into February. Go Pack Go!

Sorry dude, but living in the CET time zone (Europe) means the only games for me are early games. I can't really stay up until 2AM to watch the game (on Monday morning) if I want to get up and go to work.

Give me a noon start with Wayne and Larry on TMJ. I like to picture game in my mind as play-by-play unfolds. GPG.
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