Just watched the Trevon Diggs locker room interview and wow, he interviewed well. He came across as a humble, unassuming guy who wants to help this team. I don’t know where the “bad attitude” chat comes from. Were you impressed by his interview? Also, does he slot in as our No. 2 corner or is that too much to ask, too soon? Thanks II for all you do.
We’ll see where he fits on defense. I am hopeful Diggs has picked up enough of the scheme to get in there Sunday. But I was super impressed with how Diggs has conducted himself – not only with us but also just seeing him interact with teammates and coaches at practice and in the locker room.
Herbert from Palm Desert, CA
Good morning, Wes. I’ve seen several comments questioning the character of Trevon Diggs. If Micah Parsons considers him a brother, that’s good enough for me. For you as well?
I couldn’t give two sheets of loose-leaf paper what social media has to say on many things, but especially as it pertains to individuals I cover. Because I’m gonna get that answer soon enough. Reputations may precede people, but it doesn’t define them. For all the couch critics of Parsons when the Packers traded for him, I’ve found Micah to be nothing but thoughtful and respectful since he’s gotten here. He thinks the world of Diggs. I’ll take his word over user34235624 with 10,000 comments and six followers.
Stylistically how does Diggs’ skill set fit into Hafley’s defense? How do you see them utilizing him down the stretch? A big ask for a corner to join the squad this late! Excited to see it play out. Go Pack Go!
We’ll just have to find out either this Sunday or in the weeks that follow. What I do know is Hafley is one of the very best when it comes to determining what a player does well and building around those strengths within his scheme.
Ben from Cripple Creek, CO
If Rasheed Walker, Zach Tom, and Aaron Banks all do rest, it would be nice to get to see maybe Jordan Morgan at one of the T spots, and a couple other young players get some reps across the line. Good work with communication and fundamentals against this MIN team.
I would assume Morgan stays at the position he’s been playing at right tackle. Maybe that changes if the Packers rest Walker, but again there’s only so many players Green Bay can sit. Some veterans will have to play just based on the roster numbers.
Where does the Pack rank on third-down defense efficiency? It’s a killer every week. That is part of total defense, right?
The Packers fell to 18th (40.4%) after Baltimore went 10-of-14 (71.4%) last week. The defense has to get the train back on the tracks.
Good morning, Wes. There’s been a lot of discussion lately about the lack of turnovers by the Packers’ defense this season, especially when it was a point of emphasis during practices. I’m not sure if it’s the other side of the same coin but the Packers rank near the top of the league in not missing tackles. Isn’t that equally important? Thanks.
The Packers haven’t generated enough turnovers this year. I’m not dismissing that. But one of the defense’s biggest strengths this season has been eliminating explosive plays. Not missing tackles is a key part of that. At the same time, when you look at the games where the defense has struggled, it’s been largely due to missed tackles and not capitalizing on takeaway opportunities. Green Bay needs to lock in on both areas to make a run this month.
Just wondering, is there any way we could talk Malik Willis into wanting to play in the AFC next year?
I’d say that’s preferable, but just hoping the best for Willis regardless of what happens. He’s been a total pro and the best performing backup QB I’ve covered in Green Bay.
Gents, is it just me, or is this locker room one of the most cohesive, laid back, all business, positive, genuine, locked in, mature (for youngest team) teams in recent history?
It is and I think that continuity is what’s propelled this team to the playoffs despite a rash of injuries to key players.
What to expect against Vikings?
It’ll be J.J. McCarthy under center and I imagine he’ll want to end his first full season as Minnesota starting quarterback on a high note. The Vikings won’t have T.J. Hockenson or Aaron Jones available, but that entire receiving corps will be there for McCarthy. As much as we talked about Brian Flores’ defense presenting a stiff test to Tune and Co., the Packers’ defenders have their work cut out for them, as well.
