4. Will Aaron Rodgers and Jimmy Graham have the same chemistry they showed off in the preseason and training camp?
Gone is Jordy Nelson, Rodgers’ ex-favorite target. Here is Jimmy Graham, Rodgers new favorite target? The two gloated about each other throughout all of training camp and showed very good chemistry throughout practice and the one game they played in together (Rodgers hit Graham for a touchdown pass).
The more important story, however, is whether or not the two can maintain and build on that chemistry in the regular season.
Ever since Jermichael Finely was forced to retire due to injury, the Packers have been trying to find a tight end target for Rodgers. They brought in Jared Cook and Martellus Bennett, but weren’t able to have the same luck. Hopefully, that changes with Graham.
Graham can be a difference maker for the Packers, as he’s a matchup nightmare. He’s still too fast for linebackers and far too big for defensive backs. This poses an advantage for the offense every time he goes out for a pass. Keep an eye on these two throughout the game.