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5 Packers On The Bubble Entering Preseason Finale

By Brian Sampson

Aug 19, 2023; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe (4) throws while under pressure from Green Bay Packers linebacker Brenton Cox (57) in the third quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 19, 2023; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe (4) throws while under pressure from Green Bay Packers linebacker Brenton Cox (57) in the third quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports /
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MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 25: Patrick Taylor #27 of the Green Bay Packers carries the ball during the third quarter of the game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on December 25, 2022 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images) /

Packers On The Bubble: Patrick Taylor

What the heck are the Packers going to do with their third running back spot?

Initially, it appeared to be a trio tussle among Patrick Taylor, Tyler Goodson, and Lew Nichols III. Then, the contenders shifted, with Taylor, Goodson, and Emanuel Wilson battling for the role. Yet, in the current landscape, it appears Taylor stands as the last man standing.

Taylor’s value lies in his capability as a solid pass-blocker—a trait the Packers prioritize for their third back. His trust on passing downs underscores this, even if his explosiveness doesn’t quite match that of Goodson and Wilson. Add in his special teams contributions and you begin to understand why he’s the favorite to land the third job.

However, the team’s strategic roster approach may be Taylor’s greatest adversary. Last year’s initial 53-man roster retained just two running backs, and history might well repeat itself. This impending decision not only underscores Taylor’s on-field performance but also the broader calculus in assembling a well-rounded squad.

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