Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers

Aaron Rodgers sent shockwaves through Packers nation over the weekend with reports he wants an opt-out clause in his contract that would allow him to renegotiate a deal when other quarterbacks signed new contracts. Green Bay shouldn't bend to such demands and why the Packers have the leverage not to cave. Plus, Clay Matthews broke his nose in a charity softball game. He'll he fine, but it's a reminder of how an offseason can change in a blink. 

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We check in with some storylines from Packers OTAs, including HaHa Clinton-Dix's absence, Marcedes Lewis' arrival and Jaire Alexander's playmaking. Plus, what the gambling ruling means for the future of the NFL and why the new national anthem policy was a solution in search of a problem. 

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The Packers added another veteran this week, signing versatile offensive lineman Byron Bell, a former starter with the Panthers, Titans, and Cowboys. What does his signing mean for Green Bay, particularly Bryan Bulaga's recovery? Plus, ESPN puts the Packers among the NFC and Super Bowl favorites. Do they truly belong? 

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Adrian Peterson says he wouldn't mind player for the Packers but does it make sense for Green Bay to bring in the aging running back? Some Packers scouts think Quinten Rollins would be better as a safety and if Mike Pettine doesn't move him, Rollins may not make the team. Plus, Davante Adams finally gets his due as one of the best receivers in the game. 

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Brian Gutekunst isn't done re-making the roster, signing long-time Jaguars tight end Marcedes Lewis on Thursday. The 12-year veteran brings outstanding versatility as one of the best run-blocking tight ends in the game with more than enough athleticism to be a factor in the passing game. Lewis should allow the Packers to play the way they wanted last year with a malleable, diverse scheme with two tight ends with Jimmy Graham on the field. 

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We can't learn much after just two days of practices in shorts, but Aaron Rodgers offered his thoughts about bringing in Dez Bryant as well as his new-found connection to free agent tight end Jimmy Graham. Clay Matthews wasn't practicing, but he once again took a shot at a thin outside linebacker room, suggesting the Packers needed to make a move to get better. 

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As OTA's open, who are the Packers with the most to prove early on? We look at which players are feeling the heat, whether from rookies picked to push them, or contract situation, or simply a need for Green Bay for them to succeed. Five guys stand out, two on offense and three on defense need to get off to a hot start as we move into the full team offseason work. 

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Of the top teams in the league over the last decade, the Packers have had the fewest blue chip players. That speaks to Aaron Rodgers' greatness but also failings from Ted Thompson and Mike McCarthy. Will changes to the coaching staff and front office alleviate these concerns moving forward? And where does Green Bay now stand in the NFC pecking order? 

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Jason Witten said he expected his former teammate Dez Bryant to wind up with the Packers this offseason while reports suggested Green Bay isn't interested. The question is should the Packers make this move? Plus, the rookie cornerbacks have yet to take a snap for Mike Pettine's new defense, but one distinct difference from recent cornerback drafts suggest they have a better chance to succeed. 

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