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Jan 3, 2021; Chicago, IL, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) passes against the Chicago Bears during their football game Sunday, January 3, 2021, at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill. Mandatory Credit: Dan Powers-USA TODAY NETWORK | Credit-Reuters
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Jan 3, 2021; Chicago, IL, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) passes against the Chicago Bears during their football game Sunday, January 3, 2021, at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill. Mandatory Credit: Dan Powers-USA TODAY NETWORK | Credit-Reuters
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers was exuding calmness while recently discussing the Packers’ wide receiver room. The reigning league MVP was putting his faith in his rookies’ abilities to adjust to the demands and physicality of the NFL. Despite losing long-term teammates this offseason, Rodgers is counting on the newcomers. Rodgers believes veteran guidance for these players from the old guard can aid their development.
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However, he adds that while Rodgers can continue to deliver, it will be the job of the replacements to support him. The loss of Adams is significant in Mangini’s eyes, considering his contributions.
Adams was delivering results, recording 123 receptions, 1,553 receiving yards, and 11 TDs. He admits that losing the Adams was one less headache for any opposition and a cause for concern for the Packers.
Aaron Rodgers has done it before in Green Bay, and he can do it again
Similarly, NFL analyst Bucky Brooks believes the Packers’ QB can mold another star WR. Brooks states that the tradition of having superstar QBs is the reason for the franchise’s success. He adds players like Allen Lazard, Randall Cobb, and Sammy Watkins will need to level up. They will be key to making up for the loss of dynamism on offense.
Brooks states that Rodgers’ focus will be to mold his rookie WRs Christian Watson, Romeo Doubs, and Samori Toure. While Rodgers has a lot of work left in the coming weeks, the young core will play a part in any future success.
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GREEN BAY, WI – SEPTEMBER 09: Randall Cobb #18 and Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers meet before the game against the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field on September 9, 2018, in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)
As another NFL season approaches, there is a growing optimism from Rodgers, seeing the newcomers dealing with the physical rigors. The franchise seems genuinely excited as they hope to mold another Davante Adams-level wideout. The 2022 NFL campaign would provide the Packers the opportunity to reconstruct their WR room.
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