Morency now listed as Packers' starting RB on official depth chart (1 Viewer)

[gump]

Jackson was drafted to be the starter. He's the guy the Packers want to take the starting job and run with it.

Ummm... nope.

Based on all the conversations I've had with people who either work in the organization or are close to it the answer is yes. You're free to disagree. That's cool.

I love the "inside info" card... but I'll disagree.

What is your stance based on?

 

[WarRedbirds]

http://www.hudsonstarobserver.com/articles...;property_id=19

Head Coach Mike McCarthy hopes to get a clearer picture about who might be available at running back.

Starter Vernand Morency practiced on a limited basis Sunday and Monday after hurting a knee on Day 1 of training camp.

Rookie Brandon Jackson has had injury problems as well, but he could play if Morency can’t.

Interesting. Everything that I was reading up to this morning had Brandon Jackson as the starter and Vernand Morency as a role player. Now, everything has appeared to have done an about face. This situation is still very unsettled. I own Morency, but I don't expect too much from him this year.From what I saw of Morency last year, he is a quick and shifty back, and can make you miss in the open field. However, he made mistakes (fumbles...). If he can avoid the mistakes, he could be a very versatile back.

 

[WarRedbirds]

This is the mess Thompson created and it's one that could very well undercut the Packers' season.

This is such a load of crap. Can we have a thread where Thompson doesn't get bashed? The guy spent three draft picks on running backs this year. Plus he traded for one last year. Can we stop with the BS about him doing nothing to help the RB situation. Please.

There's a difference between making moves and making the right moves. I like Morency but I hardly view him as a 20-25 carry a game RB. The questions about Jackson have been well documented. It's one thing to go out and acquire five running backs; it's quite another to find the one (or two) who will be the anchor of your team's running game.The running game is BY FAR the biggest question mark surrounding the Packers this season. Nothing else comes close. Given the massive questions that surround the running game, it's more than fair to question the moves made by the person who assembled the RB corps.

He spent 3 draft picks, including a second, on RBs and still didn't get the RB position solidified. Tennessee did the same with their second round pick and that did nothing for them.

Maybe Michael Turner isn't that great and maybe he doesn't fit the system, but I would personally have gone after him instead of spending 3 picks on rookie RBs, etc. Maybe you spend a little bit more, i.e. your 1st round pick, but get the position solidified. They would have been able to use their 2nd round pick on something else and maybe also the other 2 picks as well. Getting a guy in his prime of NFL experience to match with Favre would be better IMHO than getting a bunch of rookies to hope that they get up to speed fast enough before Favre hits the road. Based on all the talk of their defense doing well, being 8-8 last year, having Jennings healthy and another WR in Jones, I think with Turner they have a very good shot at the playoffs.

Is there any chance of a Turner to GB trade at this point in the season?

 

[Banger]

This is the mess Thompson created and it's one that could very well undercut the Packers' season.

This is such a load of crap. Can we have a thread where Thompson doesn't get bashed? The guy spent three draft picks on running backs this year. Plus he traded for one last year. Can we stop with the BS about him doing nothing to help the RB situation. Please.

There's a difference between making moves and making the right moves. I like Morency but I hardly view him as a 20-25 carry a game RB. The questions about Jackson have been well documented. It's one thing to go out and acquire five running backs; it's quite another to find the one (or two) who will be the anchor of your team's running game.The running game is BY FAR the biggest question mark surrounding the Packers this season. Nothing else comes close. Given the massive questions that surround the running game, it's more than fair to question the moves made by the person who assembled the RB corps.

He spent 3 draft picks, including a second, on RBs and still didn't get the RB position solidified. Tennessee did the same with their second round pick and that did nothing for them.

Maybe Michael Turner isn't that great and maybe he doesn't fit the system, but I would personally have gone after him instead of spending 3 picks on rookie RBs, etc. Maybe you spend a little bit more, i.e. your 1st round pick, but get the position solidified. They would have been able to use their 2nd round pick on something else and maybe also the other 2 picks as well. Getting a guy in his prime of NFL experience to match with Favre would be better IMHO than getting a bunch of rookies to hope that they get up to speed fast enough before Favre hits the road. Based on all the talk of their defense doing well, being 8-8 last year, having Jennings healthy and another WR in Jones, I think with Turner they have a very good shot at the playoffs.

Is there any chance of a Turner to GB trade at this point in the season?

not a chance.

 

[massraider]

This is the mess Thompson created and it's one that could very well undercut the Packers' season.

This is such a load of crap. Can we have a thread where Thompson doesn't get bashed? The guy spent three draft picks on running backs this year. Plus he traded for one last year. Can we stop with the BS about him doing nothing to help the RB situation. Please.

There's a difference between making moves and making the right moves. I like Morency but I hardly view him as a 20-25 carry a game RB. The questions about Jackson have been well documented. It's one thing to go out and acquire five running backs; it's quite another to find the one (or two) who will be the anchor of your team's running game.The running game is BY FAR the biggest question mark surrounding the Packers this season. Nothing else comes close. Given the massive questions that surround the running game, it's more than fair to question the moves made by the person who assembled the RB corps.

He spent 3 draft picks, including a second, on RBs and still didn't get the RB position solidified. Tennessee did the same with their second round pick and that did nothing for them.

Maybe Michael Turner isn't that great and maybe he doesn't fit the system, but I would personally have gone after him instead of spending 3 picks on rookie RBs, etc. Maybe you spend a little bit more, i.e. your 1st round pick, but get the position solidified. They would have been able to use their 2nd round pick on something else and maybe also the other 2 picks as well. Getting a guy in his prime of NFL experience to match with Favre would be better IMHO than getting a bunch of rookies to hope that they get up to speed fast enough before Favre hits the road. Based on all the talk of their defense doing well, being 8-8 last year, having Jennings healthy and another WR in Jones, I think with Turner they have a very good shot at the playoffs.

Is there any chance of a Turner to GB trade at this point in the season?

In-season trade are very rare. I'd bet against them every time.

 

[Arsenal of Doom]

Where are all the Jackson lovers?Anyone who followed the Packers even a little last year knew Morency has the skills to be their starter. Jackson was drafted as insurance, and competition. But he was in no way guaranteed the job as many around here assumed. And if you followed his college career, it was pretty evident he was barely borderline starter talent for the NFL.So while many will say this is just due to BJax concussion, reality is, Morency is the better RB.Could Jackson still beat him out eventually? Sure. Jackson is more powerful inside, and is younger. Plus Morency has had fumbling issues in the past.

I'm a Jackson lover. I don't think I ever said he would be ready week 1 of his rookie year. He came out as a junior and only say a lot of action in one year. Anyone expecting him to be great this year has unreasonable expectations. But 2008-2009? I think he'll be a solid NFL starter.

Jackson really needed to stay in school for another year. What I think most people don't realize is that he was only a starter for 2/3 of a season at Nebraska, and missed two full off-seasons of S&C work due to injury. He also jumped up from 4th on the depth chart, so he spent more time working on the scout team than working in the offense before he became the starter. I still think he'll be starting at some point this year and will get more carries, but honestly he could probably use a year as the back-up.

 

[packersfan]

From what I saw of Morency last year, he is a quick and shifty back, and can make you miss in the open field. However, he made mistakes (fumbles...). If he can avoid the mistakes, he could be a very versatile back.

I think he's more talented than Jackson but I don't think he's a guy you can depend on for 16 games getting the ball 20-25 carries a game. I've said in other threads the comparison I'd make would be Mewelde Moore. A good spot starter but best suited to be a third-down RB/change of pace RB.

 

[RudeDog]

Packers reached on Jackson. It was a bad draft decision.

 

[(HULK)]

Jackson was drafted to be the starter. He's the guy the Packers want to take the starting job and run with it.

Ummm... nope.

Based on all the conversations I've had with people who either work in the organization or are close to it the answer is yes. You're free to disagree. That's cool.

I love the "inside info" card... but I'll disagree.

As opposed to solid "Ummm... nope." analysis?

 

[Arsenal of Doom]

Packers reached on Jackson. It was a bad draft decision.

FWIW, when Jackson decided to enter he was told by the advisory committee that he would probably be a 3rd round pick, and those estimates are usually pretty accurate. If the Packers reached it wasn't by much in draft value terms.

 

[Nigel Tufnel]

Jackson was drafted to be the starter. He's the guy the Packers want to take the starting job and run with it.

Ummm... nope.

Based on all the conversations I've had with people who either work in the organization or are close to it the answer is yes. You're free to disagree. That's cool.

I love the "inside info" card... but I'll disagree.

As opposed to solid "Ummm... nope." analysis?

 

[Czar of Czars]

I think this week will be a tell tale sign of how things are going to go this year.

The Eagles D has owned the Packers over the last few years. Favre has looked awful against them. I am sure we all know how the Eagles run D faired last year. So you would think it would be smart of them to run the ball more or quick dump passes.

They will need to establish some kind of running game so Favre isn't forced to do too much. Who they decide to do that with will hopefully clear up the situation, especially if Jackson or Morency is successful.

I say it will be Jackson on first and second down plays with Morency as the 3rd and long RB. Morency at practice, was seen working closely with Favre on the side. It was most likely about blitz pick-up and what the Eagles have thrown at him in the past.

I think Jackson, if successful, will receive the majority of carries this year with Morency as the change of pace back. Thunder and Lightning?

 

[packersfan]

I say it will be Jackson on first and second down plays with Morency as the 3rd and long RB.

Barring further injuries and/or poor performance this is how I envision the RB situation going this season.

 

[WarRedbirds]

I think this week will be a tell tale sign of how things are going to go this year.The Eagles D has owned the Packers over the last few years. Favre has looked awful against them. I am sure we all know how the Eagles run D faired last year. So you would think it would be smart of them to run the ball more or quick dump passes.They will need to establish some kind of running game so Favre isn't forced to do too much. Who they decide to do that with will hopefully clear up the situation, especially if Jackson or Morency is successful. I say it will be Jackson on first and second down plays with Morency as the 3rd and long RB. Morency at practice, was seen working closely with Favre on the side. It was most likely about blitz pick-up and what the Eagles have thrown at him in the past.I think Jackson, if successful, will receive the majority of carries this year with Morency as the change of pace back. Thunder and Lightning?

You mean lightning and lightning. They are both around 210.

 

[Nigel Tufnel]

Here's a little Jackson blurb.

September 5, 2007, 07:44Packers :: RBRookie RB Jackson Talks About Learning CurveLori Nickel, Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel - [Full Article]Green Bay Packers may need to start rookie RB Brandon Jackson against the Philadelphia Eagles if RB Vernand Morency is not fully recovered. The Packers are leaning that way, but say they're far from making a final decision. RB Coach Edgar Bennett hasn't given Jackson much of a learning curve and has been brutally honest in making corrections. "You know, he puts so much on me in the meeting rooms," said Jackson. "At times it gets to me. He drills me - 'What's this, what's that? You've got to know this, you've got to know that!' It's like, man . . . But when we're on the field, I see why. Then he comes back to me and says, 'I know you're mad,' but I am not mad. The guy is expecting a lot out of me."

 

[Nigel Tufnel]

I think this week will be a tell tale sign of how things are going to go this year.The Eagles D has owned the Packers over the last few years. Favre has looked awful against them. I am sure we all know how the Eagles run D faired last year. So you would think it would be smart of them to run the ball more or quick dump passes.They will need to establish some kind of running game so Favre isn't forced to do too much. Who they decide to do that with will hopefully clear up the situation, especially if Jackson or Morency is successful. I say it will be Jackson on first and second down plays with Morency as the 3rd and long RB. Morency at practice, was seen working closely with Favre on the side. It was most likely about blitz pick-up and what the Eagles have thrown at him in the past.I think Jackson, if successful, will receive the majority of carries this year with Morency as the change of pace back. Thunder and Lightning?

You mean lightning and lightning. They are both around 210.

Ooooh. Jackson and Morency '07: "The Electric Storm."

 

[switz]

Jackson was drafted to be the starter. He's the guy the Packers want to take the starting job and run with it.

Ummm... nope.

Based on all the conversations I've had with people who either work in the organization or are close to it the answer is yes. You're free to disagree. That's cool.

I love the "inside info" card... but I'll disagree.

As opposed to solid "Ummm... nope." analysis?

Jackson was drafted because the Packers had a lot of question marks at the RB position. However, they will likely draft an RB again next year, but in the first round. If Lynch had been available they would have drafted him to be the starter, however he wasn't, and they knew there were no other starting caliber RBs in this draft. So they grabbed the next best thing to fill in the gap, to compete with Morency, and hope it works for this season.Sure they WANT Jackson (or Morency) to turn into a solid starter, but they didn't draft Jackson to be the starter. They drafted him to compete for a starting position.

 

[Aaronstory]

I think this week will be a tell tale sign of how things are going to go this year.The Eagles D has owned the Packers over the last few years. Favre has looked awful against them. I am sure we all know how the Eagles run D faired last year. So you would think it would be smart of them to run the ball more or quick dump passes.They will need to establish some kind of running game so Favre isn't forced to do too much. Who they decide to do that with will hopefully clear up the situation, especially if Jackson or Morency is successful. I say it will be Jackson on first and second down plays with Morency as the 3rd and long RB. Morency at practice, was seen working closely with Favre on the side. It was most likely about blitz pick-up and what the Eagles have thrown at him in the past.I think Jackson, if successful, will receive the majority of carries this year with Morency as the change of pace back. Thunder and Lightning?

You mean lightning and lightning. They are both around 210.

Ooooh. Jackson and Morency '07: "The Electric Storm."

That literally made me laugh hard enough to draw notice around the office. Thanks.

 

[packersfan]

Maybe this is just a matter of semantics. I'm not saying the Packers drafted Jackson and immediately handed him the starting job. That clearly didn't happen. But they did draft him with the hope that he would be their starting RB. He's the guy they want to be their starter. Now whether he has the talent to take the job and keep is another question entirely. My belief is that he doesn't and so far the signs point in that direction, which means Morency is going to get a shot at some point to make the job his own.

 

[switz]

This is all you need to know about who the PAckers WANT to start:

article

Starter Vernand Morency practiced on a limited basis Sunday and Monday after hurting a knee on Day 1 of training camp.

Rookie Brandon Jackson has had injury problems as well, but he could play if Morency can’t.

Even though Jackson is healthy enough to play, the team will put Morency in there.

 

[mdog1967]

Jackson was drafted to be the starter. He's the guy the Packers want to take the starting job and run with it. But he had a bad camp and didn't play very well and then got hurt so now the plan has been muddied. I've said all along I believe the only chance Morency has to start is if Jackson flops or gets hurt. Well he's done both so this is Morency's chance. I don't believe he'll start this week - I think Jackson will be the official "starter" - but the door is wide open now and if Morency plays well he could take the starting job. Whether he can keep it is another question.This is the mess Thompson created and it's one that could very well undercut the Packers' season.

i still attribute all the love Jackson gets to the NEW GUY THING every one is inclined to jump on that wagon. Morency has talent.Morency: School games started Carrys YDS TD's REC YDS| 2003 OklahomaState | 11 | 135 918 8 4 20 | 2004 OklahomaState | 11 | 258 1 1474 12 5 101 Jackson:2004 Nebraska (5-6) 10 85 390 39.0 4.6 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 2005 Nebraska (8-4) 6 18 52 8.7 2.9 0 1 5 0.8 5.0 5 0 2006 Nebraska (9-5) 14 188 989 70.6 5.3 8 33 313 2 2.4 9.5 49 2

 

[switz]

Maybe this is just a matter of semantics. I'm not saying the Packers drafted Jackson and immediately handed him the starting job. That clearly didn't happen. But they did draft him with the hope that he would be their starting RB. He's the guy they want to be their starter. Now whether he has the talent to take the job and keep is another question entirely. My belief is that he doesn't and so far the signs point in that direction, which means Morency is going to get a shot at some point to make the job his own.

It seems so.

 

[packersfan]

This is all you need to know about who the PAckers WANT to start:

article

Starter Vernand Morency practiced on a limited basis Sunday and Monday after hurting a knee on Day 1 of training camp.

Rookie Brandon Jackson has had injury problems as well, but he could play if Morency can’t.

Even though Jackson is healthy enough to play, the team will put Morency in there.

No, this merely shows that Jackson failed (arguably badly) to take the starting job that was there for the taking when Morency was injured. We're both in agreement that Morency is the more talented RB but Jackson is the guy the team wants to take the job. Unfortunately, he has yet to do that.

 

[mdog1967]

I think this week will be a tell tale sign of how things are going to go this year.The Eagles D has owned the Packers over the last few years. Favre has looked awful against them. I am sure we all know how the Eagles run D faired last year. So you would think it would be smart of them to run the ball more or quick dump passes.They will need to establish some kind of running game so Favre isn't forced to do too much. Who they decide to do that with will hopefully clear up the situation, especially if Jackson or Morency is successful. I say it will be Jackson on first and second down plays with Morency as the 3rd and long RB. Morency at practice, was seen working closely with Favre on the side. It was most likely about blitz pick-up and what the Eagles have thrown at him in the past.I think Jackson, if successful, will receive the majority of carries this year with Morency as the change of pace back. Thunder and Lightning?

I think your overlooking the fact that Farve has some input into who will run the ball. If Farve expresses less confidence in Jacksons abilities to protect him in the Pocket, that could be it for Jackson this year. I mean it is Farve, he still is Numero 1 in Packer Land.

 

[Czar of Czars]

I think this week will be a tell tale sign of how things are going to go this year.The Eagles D has owned the Packers over the last few years. Favre has looked awful against them. I am sure we all know how the Eagles run D faired last year. So you would think it would be smart of them to run the ball more or quick dump passes.They will need to establish some kind of running game so Favre isn't forced to do too much. Who they decide to do that with will hopefully clear up the situation, especially if Jackson or Morency is successful. I say it will be Jackson on first and second down plays with Morency as the 3rd and long RB. Morency at practice, was seen working closely with Favre on the side. It was most likely about blitz pick-up and what the Eagles have thrown at him in the past.I think Jackson, if successful, will receive the majority of carries this year with Morency as the change of pace back. Thunder and Lightning?

You mean lightning and lightning. They are both around 210.

Ooooh. Jackson and Morency '07: "The Electric Storm."

That literally made me laugh hard enough to draw notice around the office. Thanks.

OK...OK, maybe not Thunder and Lightning but I see Morency as the change of pace back and Jackson as the guy they give the majority of carries to. I am not expecting RB1 numbers out of either guy.I drafted Jackson as my RB3 with the hopes he could put up RB2 numbers this year, but the more I read about the situation and take in others opinions......he is what he is a RB3. A good bye week replacement and spot starter.

 

[Donnybrook]

Was Morency ever NOT the starter? Seems like alot of Brandon Jackson rookie-hype around here like we've seen in the past (Eric Shelton, JJ Arrington etc.)

Saw alot of Brandon Jackson going at #4 in dynasty leagues, which puzzled me. Over Quinn, Russell, Bowe, Gonzalez, the Jones boys etc?

Yes, all those guys you have mentioned look like superstars so far. IMO, there was no player worth taking at #4 in this year's rookie draft. I ended up taking Jackson since I already had Morency.

 

[switz]

Was Morency ever NOT the starter? Seems like alot of Brandon Jackson rookie-hype around here like we've seen in the past (Eric Shelton, JJ Arrington etc.)

Saw alot of Brandon Jackson going at #4 in dynasty leagues, which puzzled me. Over Quinn, Russell, Bowe, Gonzalez, the Jones boys etc?

Yes, all those guys you have mentioned look like superstars so far. IMO, there was no player worth taking at #4 in this year's rookie draft. I ended up taking Jackson since I already had Morency.

Quinn was the guy to grab at #4. He is going to be a star in the NFL within short time. The other guys weren't worth #4 picks... maybe Bowe. But Quinn was clearly the guy to grab at #4 IMO.

 

[davearm]

The immortal FF genius Peter King wrote recently that he wouldn't consider drafting *any* Packer RB before the 11th round this year.

Given the overall tone of this thread, that actually seems like pretty sound advice.

 

[WarRedbirds]

I think this week will be a tell tale sign of how things are going to go this year.

The Eagles D has owned the Packers over the last few years. Favre has looked awful against them. I am sure we all know how the Eagles run D faired last year. So you would think it would be smart of them to run the ball more or quick dump passes.

They will need to establish some kind of running game so Favre isn't forced to do too much. Who they decide to do that with will hopefully clear up the situation, especially if Jackson or Morency is successful.

I say it will be Jackson on first and second down plays with Morency as the 3rd and long RB. Morency at practice, was seen working closely with Favre on the side. It was most likely about blitz pick-up and what the Eagles have thrown at him in the past.

I think Jackson, if successful, will receive the majority of carries this year with Morency as the change of pace back. Thunder and Lightning?

You mean lightning and lightning. They are both around 210.

Ooooh. Jackson and Morency '07: "The Electric Storm."

That literally made me laugh hard enough to draw notice around the office. Thanks.

OK...OK, maybe not Thunder and Lightning but I see Morency as the change of pace back and Jackson as the guy they give the majority of carries to. I am not expecting RB1 numbers out of either guy.I drafted Jackson as my RB3 with the hopes he could put up RB2 numbers this year, but the more I read about the situation and take in others opinions......he is what he is a RB3. A good bye week replacement and spot starter.

So...your opinions are not biased at all... Full disclosure, I drafted Morency late in a 14 team league. People seemed to have forgotten him.

 

[Donnybrook]

Was Morency ever NOT the starter? Seems like alot of Brandon Jackson rookie-hype around here like we've seen in the past (Eric Shelton, JJ Arrington etc.)

Saw alot of Brandon Jackson going at #4 in dynasty leagues, which puzzled me. Over Quinn, Russell, Bowe, Gonzalez, the Jones boys etc?

Yes, all those guys you have mentioned look like superstars so far. IMO, there was no player worth taking at #4 in this year's rookie draft. I ended up taking Jackson since I already had Morency.

Quinn was the guy to grab at #4. He is going to be a star in the NFL within short time. The other guys weren't worth #4 picks... maybe Bowe. But Quinn was clearly the guy to grab at #4 IMO.

Ok I tried trading down but no one was willing to move up. Quinn could be had around #8 in most rookie drafts because of his free fall to #22 overall on draft day. You can not convince me that Bowe is even worth a 1st round pick.

 

[Nigel Tufnel]

This might not be as reliable as the depth chart, but it's another opinion.

(KFFL) Pete Dougherty, of the Green Bay Press Gazette, reports Green Bay Packers RB Brandon Jackson (concussion) fully participated in practice Sunday, Sept. 2, and will likely start at running back Week 1.

Also found this:

(Rotoworld) RB DeShawn Wynn said Sunday that he expects RB Brandon Jackson to start for the Packers in Week 1.Impact: "Right now I'd say that," Wynn said. "You never know how things are going to pan out from here to Sunday. But I expect him to definitely get most of the playing time come Sunday. I don't see why not, even though he had the concussion. It's not really holding him back. He's had a good camp." Wynn should know, because with Vernand Morency hurting and Noah Herron on injured reserve, he's the other option to get the starting nod.

 

[Aaronstory]

This is all you need to know about who the PAckers WANT to start:

article

Starter Vernand Morency practiced on a limited basis Sunday and Monday after hurting a knee on Day 1 of training camp.

Rookie Brandon Jackson has had injury problems as well, but he could play if Morency can’t.

Even though Jackson is healthy enough to play, the team Hudson Star-Observer will put Morency in there.

 

[switz]

This is all you need to know about who the PAckers WANT to start:

article

Starter Vernand Morency practiced on a limited basis Sunday and Monday after hurting a knee on Day 1 of training camp.

Rookie Brandon Jackson has had injury problems as well, but he could play if Morency can’t.

Even though Jackson is healthy enough to play, the team Hudson Star-Observer will put Morency in there.

Actually it was running backs coach Edgar Bennett that provided the info they printed.

 

[Marc Levin]

The bigger question to everyone...Does anyone really see top10 potential this season from either one of these RB? Serviceable as an RB3/4 or bye week filler is the best I would think you can hope for. Nothing you can count on every week.

Not sure about top10, but the Packers OL is developing really well. Anyone running back there could have a top-15 day, which is a RB starter in every league I've been involved with. I don't think the team will shuffle players in and out, but if either back is struggling as the starter, a short leash will be involved.

 

[Marc Levin]

I think this week will be a tell tale sign of how things are going to go this year.The Eagles D has owned the Packers over the last few years. Favre has looked awful against them. I am sure we all know how the Eagles run D faired last year. So you would think it would be smart of them to run the ball more or quick dump passes.They will need to establish some kind of running game so Favre isn't forced to do too much. Who they decide to do that with will hopefully clear up the situation, especially if Jackson or Morency is successful. I say it will be Jackson on first and second down plays with Morency as the 3rd and long RB. Morency at practice, was seen working closely with Favre on the side. It was most likely about blitz pick-up and what the Eagles have thrown at him in the past.I think Jackson, if successful, will receive the majority of carries this year with Morency as the change of pace back. Thunder and Lightning?

I think your overlooking the fact that Farve has some input into who will run the ball. If Farve expresses less confidence in Jacksons abilities to protect him in the Pocket, that could be it for Jackson this year. I mean it is Farve, he still is Numero 1 in Packer Land.

I think this says a lot more than most posts here about the difference between the backs. Rookies take a while to pick up blocking assignments. I actually think Jackson runs better than Morency. If Morency is benched due to fumbles, Jacksoin will be benched for missing a blitzer who crunches Favre.

 

[Aaronstory]

This is all you need to know about who the PAckers WANT to start:

article

Starter Vernand Morency practiced on a limited basis Sunday and Monday after hurting a knee on Day 1 of training camp.

Rookie Brandon Jackson has had injury problems as well, but he could play if Morency can’t.

Even though Jackson is healthy enough to play, the team Hudson Star-Observer will put Morency in there.

Actually it was running backs coach Edgar Bennett that provided the info they printed.

Interesting - I read the same info a different way here.The rookie out of Nebraska may have to start Sunday against the Eagles if Morency is not fully recovered. The Packers are leaning that way, but say they're far from making a final decision. Bennett hasn't given Jackson much of a learning curve and has been brutally honest in making corrections.

"You know, he puts so much on me in the meeting rooms," said Jackson. "At times it gets to me. He drills me - 'What's this, what's that? You've got to know this, you've got to know that!' It's like, man . . . But when we're on the field, I see why. Then he comes back to me and says, 'I know you're mad,' but I am not mad. The guy is expecting a lot out of me."

Bennett's first priority with all of the backs isn't going over zone blocking, though.

"We didn't even talk about running until I hit the field," said Grant. "It was all protection."

Bennett said he will bench even a highly productive runner, if he can't protect Favre.

 

[switz]

This might not be as reliable as the depth chart, but it's another opinion.

(KFFL) Pete Dougherty, of the Green Bay Press Gazette, reports Green Bay Packers RB Brandon Jackson (concussion) fully participated in practice Sunday, Sept. 2, and will likely start at running back Week 1.

Also found this:

(Rotoworld) RB DeShawn Wynn said Sunday that he expects RB Brandon Jackson to start for the Packers in Week 1.

Impact: "Right now I'd say that," Wynn said. "You never know how things are going to pan out from here to Sunday. But I expect him to definitely get most of the playing time come Sunday. I don't see why not, even though he had the concussion. It's not really holding him back. He's had a good camp." Wynn should know, because with Vernand Morency hurting and Noah Herron on injured reserve, he's the other option to get the starting nod.

Both of those quotes are old. 9/2 and 9/3 respectively.

 

[barista]

Morency is a joyful rainbow!

and Brandon is a shower of Candy!

 

[Traders2001]

As a B-Jax owner, I hope Morency fumbles his way out of it.

Dont worry i think this actually means nothing , they will give Jackson every chance to be the guy .Why would they reach for him in the second ( Cause they actually reached he was nt suppose to be picked at that position ) plus Morenci is nothing but a journeyman RB ( He could nt beat anybody for a job in Houston and started in GB due to injuries so it s not like you are talking about a entranched starter in the NFL )I have Jackson as my RB 4 and i am sure he will be the guy week 1 ( Might split for a little while ) but he will end up being the man .

 

[zamboni]

He could nt beat anybody for a job in Houston and started in GB due to injuries so it s not like you are talking about a entranched starter in the NFL )

To be fair, he was playing behind Domenick Davis and Ahman Green - both pretty solid RBs during their tenures.

 

[Traders2001]

He could nt beat anybody for a job in Houston and started in GB due to injuries so it s not like you are talking about a entranched starter in the NFL )

To be fair, he was playing behind Domenick Davis and Ahman Green, two pretty solid RBs.

Was beaten by Dayne and Lundy .Aniway we can argue as much as we want but it s on the field that everything will be taken care of .I mean any Rookie RB needs to play well to get the job or keep his job , even in Minny Taylor will probably get the starting job and then Peterson if he plays well will take over later .Buffalo is the same if Lynch plays as poorly in the first 4 - 5 games as he did in preseason he wont keep the starting job that s how it is .

 

[Aaronstory]

Just in from today's practice -

Jackson, it would appear, is ready to start against Philadelphia, but coach Mike McCarthy wouldn't say for certain that he had been cleared and said he didn't want to reveal any specifics to the Eagles. The big mystery probably is Morency, who despite practicing still has to show that his knee is healthy enough to be able to last an entire game. McCarthy said he was interested in seeing Thursday how Morency's knee responded to another day of practice.

 

[packersfan]

According to RotoWorld, Jackson and Morency both practiced today but were said to be "limited."

 

[Aaronstory]

According to RotoWorld, Jackson and Morency both practiced today but were said to be "limited."

Also according to the link above - Jackson, Morency and Wynn all split carries...

 

[zamboni]

He could nt beat anybody for a job in Houston and started in GB due to injuries so it s not like you are talking about a entranched starter in the NFL )

To be fair, he was playing behind Domenick Davis and Ahman Green, two pretty solid RBs.

Was beaten by Dayne and Lundy .

I thought he was traded before the season began for Gado, who was beaten out by Dayne/Lundy.In any event, I'm not saying Morency is that good, but I wouldn't dismiss him yet either.

 

[Marc Levin]

I thought he was traded before the season began for Gado, who was beaten out by Dayne/Lundy.

the trade occurred after the season started.

 

[Biabreakable]

Jackson was drafted to be the starter. He's the guy the Packers want to take the starting job and run with it.

Ummm... nope.

Based on all the conversations I've had with people who either work in the organization or are close to it the answer is yes. You're free to disagree. That's cool.

I love the "inside info" card... but I'll disagree.

What is your stance based on?

Stubborness and ego.Switz wants Jackson to fail because he thinks Jackson is a no talent bum.Or at least that was his stance during the offseason.

 

[NYCGangGreen]

Taken from Rotoworld, FWIW:

Donald Driver (foot), Brandon Jackson (concussion), and Vernand Morency (knee) practiced in pads on Wednesday, but were listed as being limited.

The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel expects both Driver and Jackson to start vs. the Eagles this Sunday. Morency will come off the bench if he suits up.

(Sounds to me like Jackson has another chance at the start of the season to win the job if Morency still isn't ready to go, what he does with that opportunity we will see.)

 

[Skinsfansince72]

Wednesday, September 05, 1:21 PM EST (Week 1)

News Story: Vernand Morency (knee) participated in all drills during the media portion of practice Wednesday.

Fantasy Analysis: The Green Bay Press-Gazette says Morency looks likely to play this weekend, although he's not expected to be used as more than a third-down back.

Source: Roto Experts

 

[TheBradyBunch]

http://blogs.jsonline.com/packers/default.aspx

Wednesday post-practice update

By Tom Silverstein

Wednesday, Sep 5 2007, 02:41 PM

Running backs Vernand Morency (knee) and Brandon Jackson (concussion) both practiced in pads for the second time this week, but they were listed as having "limited" practice time. Wide receiver Donald Driver (foot) also practiced in pads and was limited.

The NFL has changed its injury report format so that teams don't have to list players as probable, questionable, doubtful or out until Friday (unless they're definitely out in which case they have to do it on Wednesday). All the teams have to do is list what players didn't practice or were limited.

Jackson, it would appear, is ready to start against Philadelphia, but coach Mike McCarthy wouldn't say for certain that he had been cleared and said he didn't want to reveal any specifics to the Eagles. The big mystery probably is Morency, who despite practicing still has to show that his knee is healthy enough to be able to last an entire game. McCarthy said he was interested in seeing Thursday how Morency's knee responded to another day of practice.