Packers vs Raiders: 5 storylines heading into 3rd preseason game
1. Jordy Nelson’s return
Jordy Nelson is an all-time Packers’ fan favorite and an all-time Packers’ great. He will unquestionably have his jersey retired by Green Bay at some point in the future. However, Green Bay fans are going to have to put up with watching him in silver and black for the moment.
The Packers released the veteran wide receiver this offseason and he headed for Oakland. Some of it was due to salary cap reasons and some was likely due to production reasons as well.
Now, the Raiders’ players love Nelson and have been raving about him during training camp. Typically, front office’s like to work by the mantra of moving on from a player one season too early rather than one season too late. That might be the case with Nelson, as he looks poised for a big season with the Raiders.