The NFC North Grades and Needs series turns to the defensive side of the ball. In this article, we will take a look at edge defenders. This will include 4-3 defensive ends (Vikings and Lions) and 3-4 OLBs (Packers, Bears). Chicago Bears: D+ The Bears got some pressure from their 3-4 OLBs but the pressure […]
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Guard and centers are not the flashiest positions but they are the next area up for review for the grades and needs series. Let’s take a look. Green Bay Packer: A- The Packers cut Josh Sitton in August but didn’t miss a beat even though Sitton was the 10th ranked guard in the league. TJ […]
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Tight ends are the next stop on the 2016 grades and 2017 needs adventure. Let’s take a look at the stats, grades and needs. Minnesota Vikings: B Kyle Rudolph had his best season with Minnesota in 2016. Rudolph caught 83 of 132 targets for 840 yards and 7 TDs. Rudolph had a 10.1 YPC average […]
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The NFC North Grades and Needs marches forward by reviewing wide receivers. Let’s take a look at the stats, grades and needs. Green Bay: A Aaron Rodgers had a great season in 2016 after a mediocre 2015 season (with Nelson hurt). A big reason for the turnaround for Rodgers was the return of Jordy Nelson […]
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