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Players such as Percy Harvin, Brian Cushing, Clay Matthews, and Michael Oher had big impacts in their rookie seasons, garnering attention from fans and media alike. But there are many second-year players who simply needed some time to develop or just a better opportunity. Here's a look at some of the players who had less spectacular and maybe quieter rookie campaigns, but look poised for a breakout sophomore year. Begin ...

After the Packers lost a heartbreaking shoot-out against the defending NFC champion Arizona Cardinals in the first round of the playoffs last year, most Packers fans came away from the game with mixed emotions. Yes, they were upset to be eliminated so early in the playoffs, but they were also excited for the future of a team that looked like it was firing on all cylinders towards the end of the ...

With the draft a little more than a week away, I want to get a feeling for what Packer fans are looking for in this upcoming draft. So, over the next week I will list players who might be available to the Packers when they pick in a particular round. Readers can vote for who they would pick, and after two days whoever gets the most votes will be the Packers pick that round as chosen ...

When the Packers switched to a 3-4 defense last year they put an emphasis on drafting players that would fit the new scheme, picking up BJ Raji and Clay Matthews in the first round, and later Brad Jones and Jarius Wynn. So, this year will the Packers try to find the final pieces of the defensive puzzle or will they focus on giving Aaron Rodgers protection along the offensive line, ...

My final article on Packers draft needs shifts back to the offensive side of the ball with a look at some of the running backs, as well as kick returners who will be available in the upcoming draft. The Packers will almost certainly draft a running back this year, but in what round and to fill what role is the question. Will they take a smaller speedy back who would be a change of ...

After analyzing the Packers needs for offensive tackle and cornerback in my first two articles, its time to move on to two of their other greatest needs on defense - outside linebacker and safety. Let's start out by looking at the Packers current situation with one of the most important positions in a 3-4 defense—outside linebacker. Moving up in the draft to take Clay Matthews was a risky move that paid off for Ted ...

In my first article I discussed possible draft picks for the Packers in what one could argue was its position of greatest need—offensive tackle. This article is focused on the team's most glaring need on defense— corner-back.   The Packers successfully switched to a 3-4 defense last year and had the defensive player of the year, Charles Woodson. However, the secondary did not hold up well against elite quarterbacks like Brett Favre, ...

The NFL draft is still a month away, but there are mock drafts all over the net that can give you a pretty good idea of how the draft is likely to shape up. A lot can happen over the next month, but over the next few weeks I want to look at the greatest needs of the Green Bay Packers and where they might find help at the end ...