While it’s annoying to listen and read about billionaires complaining about wanting a second bigger helping of the pie, I’m not concerned with the whole lockout looming into June and the summer months. Why? While watching the Packers culminate a very intense and nerve racking season into one of (if not) the most memorable playoff runs in Packers history, there were a lot of intangibles that were overlooked by the casual fan. I assume that most of the people that check out this blog are just as “die hard” as I am, and quite possibly, there are some those would punch a hole in the wall after a fumble or a Packers loss. I was one of those guys, but I have evolved and learned to harness my anger and internalize it, which has led to many ulcers and explosive vomiting.
Here are three reasons why, once the lock out is lifted; the Packers will still be the most feared and polished team to win another Vince Lombardi Trophy.
- Team work
-Most will say that it is Aaron Rodgers’ team, and I should agree with them. He is obviously the face of this historic franchise, but there are a slew of players that make up the Green Bay Packers, and these said players are the nucleus of our championship team. On the offensive side, when you have Aaron Rodgers, Greg Jennings, and Jermichael Finley lining up, if health is on their side, they are at least a wild card team. Add that up with Clay Matthews, Charles Woodson, Tramon Williams, Nick Collins, and B. J Raji, you have a number one seed with home field advantage throughout the playoffs.While the lockout is happening, these aforementioned players are practicing and staying in shape at this moment, and have another championship run on their mind.
2. Coaching staff
-I’m not a huge fan of Mike McCarthy. He knows that. He reads my blog, and then has “anger sex” which culminates with him screaming, “I hate you B-rice! I HATE YOU!” That said, he’s an amazing offensive coordinator. He knows how to spread the offense and hone in on the opponents’ weaknesses. On top of that, thanks to Thompson, he has the play makers to score on every drive. However, he lacks the game managing skills, which I hope he learns from, and lets Aaron Rodgers begin managing the offensive side of the ball, when that happens, watch out. Kevin Greene will be a defensive coordinator very soon, and Greene has turned Clay Matthews into one of the most feared linebackers. Greene has the intensity that you look for in a coach; he demands perfection and is the perfect complement to Dom Capers. Capers seems to encourage setbacks, as he welcomes them, demolishes them, and exceeds past them. When you have an excellent and intelligent coaching staff, you have the capability of getting your players up to speed regardless of any set back (lockout)and having them perform at a ‘championship caliber” in no time. Let’s not forget the Packers also have the General: Ted Thompson. A man that continues to draft players and make them into pro-bowlers year in and year out. Randall Cobb?
3. Adversity
That should be the Packers motto. Or “We rise above!” Nothing fazes them. Whether it is Brett Favre and the Minnesota Vikings or injuries. It’s a testament to the organization and the players, specifically Aaron Rodgers. He was scrutinized by the entire NFL and the entire town of Green Bay from the get go. Instead of complaining, he kept his mouth shut. He is the epitome of a championship team quarterback. He doesn’t make mistakes. He leads by example. He demands perfection. He welcomes challenges, and instead of turning them into setbacks, turns them into a Super Bowl win. On top of having a quarterback that has ice running through its veins, you have a franchise and coaching staff that has everything thrown in its face, and has barely flinched. The definition of a dynasty.
The scary thing is this team is just at the beginning of greatness. I’m going to go out on a limb and say once this lockout has been ironed out, the Packers will not only be the Patriots of the 2000’s or the Cowboys of the 1990’s or the Niners of the 1980’s, but they will be better. These top three reasons are why I’m not worried about the lockout. There’s obviously a whole list of other reasons why the Packers exemplify greatness, but I feel that those three are the reason the Packers are in the drivers’ seat. Of course the lockout needs to get resolved, but out of any team, the Packers are in the best condition to acclimate themselves and be ready for another championship season. Also, the Brewers are three games above .500. Man, it feels good to be a gansta*
* denotes “a resident of Wisconsin”
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