The Packers addressed their need for a backup quarterback and future starter at cornerback with the selections of Louisville’s Brian Brohm and Auburn’s Patrick Lee. The Packers have been in the market for a backup quarterback since Brett Favre retired and now they were lucky enough to get a good young quarterback in the second round when many experts thought Brohm would go in the first round. Lee was a one-year starter at Auburn but fits the mold of physical cornerbacks the Packers like. He should be able to play right away as a nickel back.
The Brohm pick is going to be highly criticized, but I think it is a good move. Aaron Rodgers is clearly expected to be Brett Favre’s successor but having competition is never a bad thing. Also, Rodgers hasn’t been able to stay healthy thus far and without a backup quarterback that can play, the Packers would be in big trouble. I would much rather have a young quarterback like Brohm on the bench than an old has-been who can’t play. I guess this ends the Daunte Culpepper negotiations. Being a second-round pick I don’t think there is any way Brohm will be the third-string QB.
Lee is an interesting choice but since all the top-rated CBs were gone, and the fact that the Packers don’t need a starter this year, giving time for Lee to develop, it could end up being a very good choice.
As a whole, I guess the Packers did alright on day one. Jordy Nelson is still a shocker, but who knows, I must admit is highlight film is awesome. Check it out at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6B_VmbiR7o.
Can’t wait for day two.
More to come…