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Green Bay Packers: 5 most disappointing players at quarter pole

By Brian Sampson

Nov 29, 2020; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers outside linebacker Preston Smith (91) returns a fumble recovery for a touchdown during the second quarter against the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 29, 2020; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers outside linebacker Preston Smith (91) returns a fumble recovery for a touchdown during the second quarter against the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports /
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – SEPTEMBER 27: Latavius Murray #28 of the New Orleans Saints is pursued by Christian Kirksey #58 of the Green Bay Packers during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on September 27, 2020 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – SEPTEMBER 27: Latavius Murray #28 of the New Orleans Saints is pursued by Christian Kirksey #58 of the Green Bay Packers during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on September 27, 2020 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) /

4. Christian Kirksey

Sticking on the defensive side of the ball, Christian Kirksey hasn’t exactly been what the Packers hoped when they signed him in free agency. Although he did miss some time with injuries, he’s managed to play in seven of the team’s 12 games–a step forward from the two he played in last year.

However, he’s been unimpressive when he’s been on the field. Kirksey doesn’t have the athleticism his reputation suggested, as we’ve seen him outrun by quarterbacks, tight ends and running backs alike. He’s also in the middle of his worst professional career according to PFF–his 40.0 grade ranks 77th out of 85 eligible inside linebackers and is a career-low. 

He’s struggled in all facets. He’s always a bit slow in coverage and has allowed 29 of his 33 targets to be completed while also giving up four touchdown receptions. He’s also missed seven tackles while only recording 40. It’s safe to say this experiment is probably over with after this season.

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