Not playing the starters during the three-game preseason means the Green Bay Packers are healthy as the first regular-season game approaches.
Only Za’Darius Smith’s back issues are a worry, but that could become a big deal.
The Packers are “eyeing the prize” as they get ready to take on the New Orleans Saints in Jacksonville a week from Saturday – and the prize is playing in the Super Bowl early next year.
Green Bay’s players say they are having fun and the bond between teammates is stronger than ever.
It’s hard to say what’s going on when the press is sent home, but quarterback Aaron Rodgers seems to be in a good place after a contentious off-season.
One of the biggest questions is how will the defense play under new defensive coordinator Joe Barry.
