3 big questions for Packers’ quarterbacks heading into training camp

I’m not sure you’ve heard, but the Green Bay Packers underwent a change at quarterback this season. Gone is future Hall of Famer Aaron Rodgers, as he was traded to the New York Jets. In his place is 2020 first-round selection Jordan Love.

Now that we covered that small bit of news, we can move on to an overview of the position. The Packers have wrapped up Organized Team Activities and minicamp, and won’t begin training camp until July 26.

Green Bay is carrying three quarterbacks: Jordan Love, Sean Clifford, and Danny Etling. The three of them have combined for one start and 83 passing attempts–all courtesy of Jordan Love. Let’s delve further into their position room and pose three significant questions.

As we approach the 2023 season, the Green Bay Packers have a freshly revamped quarterback team that comes with a lot of uncertainties.

Will Sean Clifford play the role of a “veteran” in the locker room?

It’s common practice for a team to enlist the guidance of a seasoned veteran when grooming a first-time starting quarterback. Not the Packers. They didn’t do it when Rodgers took over (they drafted two quarterbacks to be his backup) and aren’t doing it this time around with Love either.

Instead, Green Bay will be relying upon fifth-round rookie Sean Clifford. Clifford was a surprise selection, as many analysts in the media thought he would be a priority free agent for some team. However, the Packers thought highly enough of him to warrant using a fifth-round pick.

What Clifford lacks in arm talent, he makes up for in intelligence. He’s one of the smartest quarterbacks in this year’s class and Green Bay hopes that translates immediately. It seems likely that Clifford will assist Love in gearing up for game day. This is a significant responsibility for a newcomer who is attempting to grasp a new playbook and the fast pace of the NFL. the fast pace of the NFL.

How many quarterbacks will they keep on their initial roster?

Green Bay hasn’t been afraid to keep two quarterbacks on their initial roster. It’s what they did last season with Love and Rodgers, while also putting Danny Etling on the practice squad. It is possible for them to place Etling on the practice squad again this year without any difficulty. Nevertheless, there is a greater level of uncertainty regarding Love as the starting quarterback, unlike when Rodgers held the position.

How volatile will Jordan Love’s play be?

Any quarterback starting for the first time is going to have his ups and downs. It’s part of the business. The question is how low will Love’s lows be and how high will his highs be? The answer to that question may determine how far Green Bay goes in 2023.

It’s difficult to assess his progress during OTAs and minicamp due to the limited media access to practices. However, his teammates have shown overwhelming support, indicating that he may have demonstrated impressive skills during the offseason. He seems built to ride the wave and manage the intense emotions that come with this sport.