Welcome to gameday, Packers fans! This evening, our Packers will kick off against the Atlanta Falcons in their only Monday Night Football game of the season.
But before then, we're going to take a big bite out of the issue of personnel evaluation and roster construction. Everyone around here knows that Packers GM Ted Thompson prefers to build through the draft instead of spending lots of money on free agents, but one particular situation involving tonight's opponent is arguably the clearest example of his strategy at work.
Enjoy, and keep it here throughout the day as we get ready for tonight's game.
Jarrett Bush, Devin Hester square off again | Packers.com
It's not necessarily a premier matchup like Julio Jones against the Packers' secondary, but Bush and company will have to limit Hester's impact - he returned two punts for scores against Green Bay as a member of the Bears.
Randall Cobb is Packers' first free-agent priority | JSOnline
Well, yeah, obviously Cobb is #1, but other big names like Bryan Bulaga, Tramon Williams, and Davon House are in the running as well. Bob McGinn suggests that the Packers might top out at $4 million per year for Williams, but that House could get that money from another team, along with a starting opportunity.
Packers-Falcons contrast illustrates Thompson discipline | Packersnews.com
The Steven Jackson saga is the scenario that best demonstrates Ted Thompson's strategy - draw a line in the sand on free agent negotiations, and fill in with draft picks when necessary. No Packers fan would argue at this point that Ted made the wrong decision by letting Jackson go and drafting Eddie Lacy.
The young and the useful | ESPN Wisconsin
On that note, look what happens when Ted hits on lots of players in two straight drafts. Ten out of the 20 draft picks since 2013 are critical players to this Packers team.
'Tis the season for milestones - ESPN
There are a few statistical highlights that the Packers could reach tonight with a win or with big days from individuals - Mike McCarthy tying Vince Lombardi for overall wins is one of them.
TundraVision: I Have Five New Letters For You | Cheesehead TV
Instead of relaxing or worrying about Aaron Rodgers' legacy, it's time to sit back and enjoy his present greatness. Kick back and love every minute of it, Packers fans.
Episode 4 - Tex from Acme Packing Company | Cut to the Chase
Tex talked with Chase Thomas this weekend and addressed the packers' plans for the Falcons and some potential playoff matchups.
Rams use players acquired in RG3 trade as captains, just to torment Washington - SBNation.com
This is one of the funniest things to happen on Sunday, as Jeff Fisher got a little dig in at the Washington front office with his choice of captains on Sunday.