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Top 3 Packers Roster Questions of 2019-2020

Will Rodgers return to MVP form?

Although his 4442 yards, 25 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions might not make it obvious, 2018 was a down year for Aaron Rodgers. The perennial MVP candidate found himself outside the discussion in 2018, and Patrick Mahomes and Drew Brees pushed him from All-Pro consideration as well. His ability to improvise is legendary, but perhaps he relied on that ability too much this past year. According to many sources, that reliance stemmed from his distrust of McCarthy’s system. With LaFleur replacing McCarthy, maybe that distrust will dissipate and Rodgers will learn once again to trust his play-calling. If that happens, and if he stays healthy, he will undoubtedly return to his rightful place in the MVP discussions.

How will the new defensive pieces fit?

As outlined above, the Green Bay defense welcomes a plethora of new faces this year. Although such turnover brings excitement, it also brings a good deal of uncertainty, as there’s no telling how all of these players will mesh on the field. But, considering last year’s defensive struggles, the reward is worth the risk. The 2018 Green Bay defense ranked 22nd in points-allowed, 29th in interceptions, and 24th in forced fumbles. They simply could not get the opposing offense off of the field in critical moments. This year’s influx of pass rushers should change that narrative. Smith, Smith, and Gary could be a nightmare for opposing offensive lines. Although none of the three are established stars, the combination of them will be a handful. Pairing the veteran Amos with the rooke Savage in the secondary could prove equally dangerous for the opposition, as Amos was a crucial part of Chicago’s league-best defense last year, and Savage was one of the draft’s biggest risers for a reason.

Who will step up at wide receiver behind Davante Adams?

With 1386 yards and 13 touchdowns, Adams spent all of last year proving that he is one of the very best receivers in football. Unfortunately, he didn’t enjoy much support. Geronimo Allison, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, and Equanimeous St. Brown all showed flashes, but none of them showed consistency. Allison appeared to be on the right track towards WR2 status, but an injury cut his season short. Then, Valdes-Scantling strung together a few strong games in a row, before fading out by season’s end. St. Brown ended the year with a 94-yard game, but his showings before were far less impressive. Both Valdes-Scantling and St. Brown were rookies last year, excusing some of their struggles, and Allison’s injury is by no means his fault. This year, with a full year of NFL service under their belts, the two second-year players should string together more and more good games, and Allison, if he recovers as expected, should once again play a crucial role. Expect Allison to start the season as Adams’s sidekick, but don’t be surprised if one of the second-year players takes his spot as the season progresses.