Quote:The loss at Minnesota clearly hurt Green Bay because it was a divisional game. Yet, even with that loss, the Packers currently have a better divisional record than the Lions and Vikings. Losing 4 out of the last 5 games, including a one point loss in Atlanta, and at home to an Indianapolis team currently with a losing record, has put the Packers in a precarious position. Especially, with the upcoming schedule and doubts surrounding the players.

 

Ted Thompson hit grand slams with the FA signings of CB Charles Woodson and OLB/ DE Julius Peppers. This season, he probably should have tried harder to add a vertical piece at WR, especially with Jordy Nelson coming off a torn ACL and the struggles the Offense had after Game # 6 last season once opponents adapted to the Packers not having the vertical threat from Nelson. Yet,  overall, this is still a very good roster that's been hit hard by injuries. IMO,  Ted Thompson is a huge asset for the Packers and amongst the least of their problems.

 

Ted Thompson's ability to retain a lot of good players is one reason the decision to Josh Sitton shocked everyone. I always liked him for that and thought the Sitton cut was a huge mistake.Obviously the Peppers and Woodson signings were grand slams. Unfortunately his failure to make similar moves on the offense bit him in the butt. When a WR is the starting and leading rusher you know RB should be a top priority in the next draft.

 

What is worse, trailing a terrible Colts team at home 30-13 before closing the gap or allowing 47 points at Tennessee, including 21 in the first quarter? Both games were embarrassing.

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