The coordinators of the Green Bay Packers met with the media on Monday to answer questions on the first week of training camp. Special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia, offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich and defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley were all available before the Packers embark on a second week of camp.
Hear from the Packers coordinators below:
Rich Bisaccia, special teams
Said it was a “big help” to have Clete Blakeman and other NFL officials in Green Bay to help learn some of the new kickoff rules and mechanics.
Bisaccia had Tyler Davis evaluate special teams film last year while he was recovering from a season-ending injury. Excited to have him back as a leader on special teams.
On the kicking competition: “It’s still a long process…we’ll just keep kicking.”
On Daniel Whelan: Big leg, improved as a holder. Likes his intelligence and athleticism. Wants better “field punts” in terms of directionality.
Bisaccia believes amendments will need to be made on kickoffs throughout the season. Season-long learning process for everyone.
Adam Stenavich, offense
On Jordan Morgan: You want to start them at a spot. You don’t want to move them around as much so they can hone in. When you look at the big picture, where he would compete best this year for a starting role, we looked and we thought the right guard position was the spot. We’ll focus there. Wants to keep him at one spot right now…I think he’s done a really good job so far. He’s got a bright future.
Sees Andre Dillard, Kadeem Telfort, Caleb Jones, Travis Glover and Luke Tenuta as the competition for the swing tackle role.
Thinks Josh Jacobs can run routes and catch the ball really well as a running back. Still figuring out his best role in the passing game. “He’s a threat in the passing game.”
Rasheed Walker has shown the Packers that they can trust him at left tackle.
On Jeff Hafley’s defense: More defensive backs in the box, less shell. More aggressive with defensive backs in run fits. “They play with a really good edge.”
On A.J. Dillon: “He’s been running the ball hard.” Thinks he’s in great shape. Excited to have Jacobs-Dillon as a 1-2 combo.
On Kadeem Telfort: “He’s been a good surprise. Been a steady guy.” Like his size, consistency, football intelligence.
Wants to keep working Andre Dillard on both sides. Thinks he’s more comfortable on the left side, needs more reps on the right side. Still learning the offense.
On Romeo Doubs: “The steps he makes every single year. His route running right now has been tremendous…the routes he’s putting on tape right now are impressive.” Carrying over momentum from last year’s strong finish.
On Grant DuBose: Likes his speed, hands and blocking. “I’m liking what I’m seeing from Grant right now.”
Jeff Hafley, defense
On the rookie safeties: “We did a really good job drafting those guys.” Likes competitiveness, instincts, playmaking, work ethic. “They are in here late at night.”
In meetings after practice, Hafley always shows turnovers first. Wants to show the whole process of creating takeaways.
Said Rashan Gary asked to talk to the defense at one point in practice because he didn’t think the intensity was there. Credited Gary for the leadership.
On Eric Wilson: “I love the guy.” Said he’s great off the field, in the locker room, in the meeting room. Great special teams player. Multi-position player. Reliable. “Very pleased with him, big fan.”
On Eric Stokes vs. Carrington Valentine: “I like what I’ve seen from both of them…I think those guys are pushing each other, and that’s important.” Comfortable playing both.
On Quay Walker: “I think you’re going to see a confidence in him. He’s having fun out there. He’s playing fast.” Likes the way the linebackers are improving every day of camp.
On Kalen King: Trying to figure out guys who can play inside, and they think he can play slot.