

That pass alone could have cinched Schneider trading for Hundley. McGough’s late, high throw across his body over the middle in the second half against Minnesota last week was particularly horrid, and resulted in the Vikings’ tying touchdown of a preseason game Seattle’s defense was controlling. I’ll also guess that signing a veteran backup would mean the Packers are going to keep three quarterbacks on the 53-man in order to roster Sean Clifford, which means one less roster spot at another position. That became even clearer this month with veteran NFL journeyman Davis struggling in limited chances in both practices and preseason games, and rookie seventh-round pick McGough first struggling to master the playbook then having a hard time throwing passes to the correct team. Former Rival GM Pitches Packers 6. Keeping Russell Wilson healthy and on the field has been absolutely vital to any chance of winning. QB: Matt Corral Contract: 936k in 2023, 1.16 million in 2024, 1.4 million in. Howell would be a smart move to be an inexpensive backup, with three more years under contract. Packers Rumors: ESPN predicts surprising backup QB signing If the Packers want to add an experienced quarterback, they could turn to a former starter. This will be the first time in LaFleurs two-plus seasons as Green Bays head coach. The next step in that preparation came Thursday when the Jets reportedly signed former Green Bay Packers quarterback Tim Boyle.A teammate of Rodgers for two seasons, Boyle gives the Jets a backup quarterback their expected starter is both familiar with and doesnt view as a replacement, the tag Rodgers has given Jordan Love. Almost every team has a clear starter and a drop in quality with his backups, but the Seahawks’ situation the last couple years has been extreme. Ownership has pressured Washington’s leaders to deliver results, so a trade for an established veteran QB isn’t out of the equation. LaFleur said during his Wednesday news conference the team would bring in a backup for Love prior to Sunday.
