Packers to Re-Sign TE Marcedes Lewis

Adam Schefter has reported that the Packers will be bringing back TE Marcedes Lewis for another season. 

Lewis was signed by the Packers last year with the assumption he would be a key cog as a blocker in the run game. As you all know, Lewis hardly played, leaving many wondering why thy bothered making the move in the first place. 

With a new head coach in town, one that considers Lewis' skillset an important part of his offensive scheme, the hope is that Lewis can become more of a contributor than he was in Mike McCarthy's offense.

Lewis made some news earlier this off-season when he made some public comments about the apparent disconnect between McCarthy and Aaron Rodgers. Among other things, Lewis said that Rodgers "had his own set of things that he wanted to do," and McCarthy was the same way, adding that "I just think there was a little dysfunction."

This could make for an awkward "uh, hello Aaron" moment in the locker room when OTAs start.

 

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Ryan3468's picture

March 13, 2019 at 07:25 pm

The man is old, but the man can block. Definitely enjoy seeing this guy on the field. Here is to utilizing his talents this year.

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stockholder's picture

March 13, 2019 at 08:44 pm

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GBPDAN1's picture

March 13, 2019 at 08:28 pm

Welcome back ML. Hope he got paid league minimum

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4thand1's picture

March 13, 2019 at 07:42 pm

Maybe he'll get to catch a few passes in the new system.

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Coldworld's picture

March 14, 2019 at 12:16 am

Obviously the Packers think he can still play, which underlines the questions over his lack of usage last year.

Hopefully he can get into blocking rhythm and run some of that off on Tonyan as well as catching a few passes when opponents least expect it.

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Skip greenBayless's picture

March 13, 2019 at 07:44 pm

Well he better block because he isn't getting the football thrown to him any time soon. You make Rodgers look bad in the public eye and you will pay dearly.

Sincerely,

Jordan Rodgers

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Ferrari Driver's picture

March 13, 2019 at 08:15 pm

Spot on Dash; he seems to be a bit of a grudge holder.

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albert999's picture

March 13, 2019 at 08:32 pm

He’ll be cut after training camp or traded

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TKWorldWide's picture

March 13, 2019 at 09:44 pm

That’s silly. Jordan’s not even on the team!

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albert999's picture

March 13, 2019 at 08:38 pm

That’s for sure

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CoachJV's picture

March 13, 2019 at 08:27 pm

This bodes well for drafting a good TE early. This is surely a veteran minimum deal. It gives us a good blocker and someone to mentor that early draft pick. He worked with Hackett in Jax for years and knows the wide zone blocking scheme. He will help with this transition.

I know we paid JG his bonus... but he could still be a cap casualty post June 1 if we hit big on a rookie. (Or if we need more $$$ for a FA now).

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Guam's picture

March 14, 2019 at 10:09 am

I go the other way on this signing Coach. With three TE's already signed including a blocking TE for MLF's running game, I am not at all sure they pick a TE early. I think other needs start to move up in priority and they are more likely to pick OL, DL, ILB and safety before they pick a TE (of course, depending on how the draft falls).

If they don't resign Wilkinson, I think they have a serious need on the D-line. They have two quality players in Clarke and Daniels, but then have three rotational players (Lowery, Adams and Lancaster) for the remaining spot. A third starting grade D-lineman would be very helpful.

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CoachJV's picture

March 14, 2019 at 09:00 pm

I see where you're coming from... however it takes TE's 2 to 3 years to develop into really good NFL TE's. It's one of the hardest offensive positions to learn well. I think that now is the time to draft one... ML and JG don't have 3 more years. This will put Tonyan and a draft pick in play to be starters in 2020 and beyond.

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albert999's picture

March 13, 2019 at 08:37 pm

Why hasn’t a reporter gotten to Rodgers on one of his commercial sets to ask about the signings in FA that haven’t signed yet
Dooooh

Uncle Albert

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Skip greenBayless's picture

March 13, 2019 at 09:09 pm

I'm so sorry Uncle Albert but there aren't any reporters anymore. The Carl Kolshak's of the world are long gone. Everyone does their reporting from Twitter. If they can't get news they want, they simply make it up and claim "anonymous sources". Sad days we are living in.

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Leatherhead's picture

March 14, 2019 at 08:02 am

True facts. I’m old enough to remember when it was different.

Lewis can block....let’s make teams stop the run before they get to try to stop the pass.

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jeremyjjbrown's picture

March 13, 2019 at 08:41 pm

I'd like to see if MLF can actually use Lewis properly.

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TKWorldWide's picture

March 13, 2019 at 09:45 pm

As in, blocker gotta block?

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jeremyjjbrown's picture

March 14, 2019 at 06:36 am

Yeah, or blocker looks like they gonna block, then gives the defense something to think about.

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Coldworld's picture

March 14, 2019 at 12:18 am

For “properly”, might as well insert “at all”.

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Tundraboy's picture

March 14, 2019 at 12:19 am

I don't think MLF will be as pig headed as that other guy. Might have more than one idea how to use a lot of others as well.

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Befuddled's picture

March 14, 2019 at 09:06 am

Lewis had more TD catches (5) his last year in Jax than he had receptions (3) with the Packers last season. New ideas seemed to have revived the career of Eric Ebron with the Colts..

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Community Guy's picture

March 13, 2019 at 08:56 pm

glad to see Lewis back.. he fits a need. also, it shows maturity in the Packers org to get past an inconvenient interview. this year, i would like to see Rodgers target Lewis without bias.. they are just two pros working for wins.

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mamasboy's picture

March 13, 2019 at 09:05 pm

Lewis shouldn't feel awkward about spitting out the truth. If Rodgers doesn't like it, tooooooo bad!

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Roadrunner23's picture

March 13, 2019 at 09:45 pm

Glad the Big man is back, him and the Rodg are just fine and now the Packers have a coach that actually knows how to use Tight Ends.

Gutey is making some good moves which provides reason for hope.

Hope is good

That is all...

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TKWorldWide's picture

March 13, 2019 at 09:46 pm

“Stay classy, GB” > “That is all”

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crayzpackfan's picture

March 13, 2019 at 10:25 pm

Mark Chumera is climbing out of his hot tub now to help Hockenson become a stud

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SterlingSharpe's picture

March 14, 2019 at 07:38 am

Funny but there is no "e" in Chmura.

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TKWorldWide's picture

March 15, 2019 at 06:15 pm

Hide the teenage girls.

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HankScorpio's picture

March 14, 2019 at 12:12 am

So now they can cut Jimmy Graham, right?

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NickPerry's picture

March 14, 2019 at 04:26 am

I'm glad he's back. I can remember a few plays where Jones ripped off some nice runs because Lewis was actually ON the field and made a key block to spring him. The guy is a BEAST in the run game AND was pretty damn good the year before he got to GB in the red-zone.

Hopefully Al Rodgers isn't so petty he's pissed at Lewis for calling it like he saw it and speaking the truth. Especially since Rodgers does it every damn game with his glares at teammates on the field.

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Tundraboy's picture

March 14, 2019 at 07:54 am

Excellent point NP

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KnockTheSnotOutOfYou's picture

March 14, 2019 at 11:34 am

If Rodgers is pissed at Lewis and is unable to show maturity by not throwing to Lewis (I doubt it BTW) the coaches will deal with it should Lewis be open and best option. However, if the bias about throwing to him continues maybe Lewis 'slips or stumbles' during a hot blitz against a stud pass rusher. When Lewis goes to help Rodgers up after the play with a smile on his face it likely would cure any future bias don't you think?

Of course...I am joking and would hope it would never happen!

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Skip greenBayless's picture

March 14, 2019 at 12:02 pm

"Hopefully Al Rodgers isn't so petty he's pissed at Lewis for calling it like he saw it and speaking the truth."

But he is petty Nick. Everyone who hasn't been living under a rock for the past 10 years knows this. Petty is an understatement. He takes petty to an entirely new level. The signing of Marcedes Lewis was the front office first mistake of the new regime. I think he can help in the running game but with Rodgers, it won't matter. He'll remember what he said til the day he dies believe me. I honestly agree with Uncle Albert. I don't see him making this team. He gets cut and it will be because Aaron Rodgers wants him off the team and loathes him at this point. There's no turning back. This is Aaron Rodgers' team. What Rodgers wants and doesn't want, Rodgers gets.

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Cartwright's picture

March 14, 2019 at 10:00 am

Does this mean we go into hock on the first pick and take Hockenson or do we take the chance and wait at 30. Can see us trading back a couple spots and still get him with an extra pick to boot.

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KnockTheSnotOutOfYou's picture

March 14, 2019 at 11:30 am

Be interesting to see!

Outside of likely White at ILB I personally think they are going to select a big body at #12 whether defense or offense. My prediction is most likely a DL/edge rusher. They are just too hard to get and if they hit on the right one they have a top player for the next 8+ years. Someone to pair with Clark for the foreseeable future would be nice.

While a good player I think Hock has been built up on here to be more of a player than he really is. I see him anywhere at or after #25 in round 1. Fant is the higher rated player but of course the type of offense could factor in. However, think about it....the Packers re-signed Lewis for a reason don't you think? They want a good blocking TE. The Packers drafted Graham for a reason and he really did not split the middle of the field the way they hoped including being a TD machine in the red zone. It is clear to me if they draft a TE high it is going to be Fant who is much more athletic, stronger, faster, and has ability to split the middle of the field with his 4.5 speed. Fant is essentially a hybrid WR playing TE and most likely why the Pack will not draft a WR anywhere high in the draft.

Remember....it will be Fant before Hock if the Pack drafts a TE high. I agree the Pack would likely try to drop down 2-4 selections in round 1 if possible in order to select their TE.

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Jordy Rocks's picture

March 15, 2019 at 01:28 am

People need to be accurate about how good Jermichael Finley really was and how Jimmy Graham really was. Expectations get set too high and memories become separated from reality. Compare the stats from the 2. Finley in his last full season (2nd best overall) vs. Graham last year:
Finley 2012 - 61 Catches, 667 yards, 2TD
Graham 2018 - 55 Catches, 636 yards, 2TD
Graham played with a broken thumb for the back 1/2 of the season. Graham could have definitely been better but he gutted through a broken thumb. The argument that Finley or Cook were so much better is inaccurate.

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PAPackerbacker's picture

March 20, 2019 at 01:16 am

Glad he's back in Green Bay. He wasn't given enough playing time to prove what he can bring to the table for the Packers. He deserved another chance to showcase his skills and talent. MM had no clue on how to use a good TE.

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