Bryant, who turns 30 on Nov. 4, has not posted a 1,000-yard season since 2014. I look for [Bryant] to go there and really help them take the next step and get back on a playoff run.". Dez Bryant is still about a month away from making his return from a torn Achilles tendon, but the three-time Pro Bowler reportedly envisions catching passes from Aaron Rodgers in his future when he does. Not in the Packers QB's mind, Adams, Clark set to return for Packers on Sunday, Pack's Adams: Frustration led to deleted tweet, J.J. 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Dez Bryant has said he is trying to make his return in mid-October, and the star wide receiver reportedly has the Green Bay Packers among his top new teams. The Seattle Seahawks are also a team that could benefit from another veteran presence, counting primarily on DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett in their passing game at the moment. Bryant didn’t take a single snap in 2018 after tearing his Achilles just two days after signing with the Saints, but he told NFL Network’s Jan Slater in September that he is “way better” than before his injury and eyeing mid-October for a return date. Star wideout Dez Bryant reiterated he would not want to play for the Green Bay Packers in an unfriendly back-and-forth on Twitter with a member of the media. The former Dallas Cowboys star wide receiver got involved in the conversation when Aaron Nagler, the co-founder of Packers fan site Cheesehead TV, tweeted out that Bryant was “the last thing” the Packers need on their roster in a thread discussing the team’s wide receiver options. Dez Bryant has said it before and he’ll say it again: He does not want to play for the Green Bay Packers. If that continues for the next few weeks, the Saints could be less inclined to resign the veteran, thus making room for other suitors to make their moves. It can be a distraction for Dez, it can be a distraction for other teammates.". 1 option Davante Adams. — Aaron Nagler (@AaronNagler) September 18, 2019. "That's a vertical passing attack," Witten said. Go to main menu Heavy After bringing in Devin Funchess in free agency, the Packers saw their new weapon opt out of the season due to concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. After Valdes-Scantling led the team in receiving yards during Week 1’s win over the Bears, both Aaron Jones and Geronimo Allison were productive against the Vikings. READ NEXT: Are the Packers Predicted to Win Sunday Afternoon Against the Vikings? Are the Packers Predicted to Win Sunday Afternoon Against the Vikings. The Saints could end up wanting Bryant back, but their ability to pass the ball didn’t seem to be lacking much in a Week 1 victory over the Houston Texans. Jason Witten says the Packers would be the perfect landing spot for Dez Bryant, but there is a lot to consider with the former Cowboys receiver. Despite his connection with Bryant, however, Witten said he did not have any inside knowledge about which teams were pursuing Bryant. I'm not certain that he goes to the Packers, I just think that's a great fit. At the time of Bryant's release, Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said: "It is certainly visible to anyone who watches our games, watches our sideline, [that] Dez is certainly a fiery guy who plays with a lot of emotion both on and off the field. ESPN Cowboys reporter Todd Archer wrote shortly after Bryant was released that the move was the result of both Bryant's declining production on the field and what he's like off of it. Brees finished with 370 passing yards and two touchdowns, connecting with Tre’Quan Smith and Taysom Hill for scores. If he were available today, the Packers’ situation suggests they would pass on Bryant, but a lot of things can change in a month. "Aaron Rodgers, he throws that back-shoulder throw so well," Witten added. Getty Dez Bryant has rendered his verdict on a possible future playing for the Green Bay Packers. Getty This isn't to suggest the Packers should let one failed move prevent them from taking another chance; it should merely serve as a cautionary tale when pursuing a player with a big personality. READ NEXT: Packers Get Good News on Darnell Savage Jr.’s Injury, Dez Bryant Shuts Down Possibility of Playing for Packers in Twitter Argument, Copyright © 2020 Heavy, Inc. All rights reserved. Stay tuned for October. The situation might not matter even if it were more desperate, though, with the Saints now having to adapt after a thumb injury to Dree Brees leaves them without their star quarterback for potentially as long as eight weeks. • Bridgewater a franchise QB in Carolina • J.J. Watt still focused on ring with Texans I think that's a great spot for him.". • Burrows' deep struggles no concern Inside stories of Aaron Rodgers' weirdness, told by his backups, Packers must figure out how to avoid flameouts like Sunday's loss at Tampa, Stifled Rodgers says loss may be good for Pack, Packers defense could face Tom Brady & Co. at near full strength, Green Bay Rodgerses vs. Tampa Bay Bradys? The case was settled before court proceedings for between $400,000 and $500,000. A quarterback like Rodgers would seemingly be able to get the best out of Bryant, but coach Mike McCarthy has long talked about the dynamic in the locker room as one of the most important components to player acquisition. NFL MVP watch: Who can catch Russell Wilson? GREEN BAY, Wis. -- One of Dez Bryant's old teammates says he thinks the Green Bay Packers would be the perfect landing spot for the former Dallas Cowboys receiver. Nagler had been making the case for the Packers letting second-year wideout Marquez Valdes-Scantling develop opposed to chasing a veteran star for the passing game to join current No. Running backs and tight ends have been particularly active, making up half of the receiving group and hauling in two of Aaron Rodgers’ three touchdown passes this season. Sometimes that can be a distraction. Drew Brees tagged wideouts Michael Thomas and Ted Ginn Jr. for more than 100 receiving yards each while running back Alvin Kamara — who rushed 13 times for 97 yards — also caught seven passes for 72 yards. Surprisingly, Week 1 made it a little difficult to tell. Follow the Heavy on Packers Facebook page for the latest breaking news, rumors and content! While he isn’t totaling turning heads just yet — a 47-yard catch against the Chicago Bears accounts for most of his 71 total yards — he’s made catches seven of the 12 times he’s been targetted. "You need somebody that can stretch the field and [be] an X factor, and that's Dez Bryant. Bryant has been working back from the Achilles injury he sustained last November just two days after signing a one-year deal with the Saints, going on the injured reserve list without ever playing a snap for the team. Davante Adams remained the top receiving option — and still very much is — while younger talents like Valdes-Scantling and Geronimo Allison were poised to shine in bigger roles. He caught 69 passes for 838 yards and six touchdowns last season. But would it make sense for the Packers to requite Bryant’s interest in coming to Green Bay? It also could be telling that Bryant remains unsigned more than a month after he was released. • Gregory key to Dallas' pass rush woes? Best of NFL Nation• J.J. Watt still focused on ring with Texans Bryant has two sons, Zayne and Dez Jr. Bryant was sued in March 2011 for $861,350 for legal fees and the cost of jewelry, which he acquired on credit while a student athlete. "And Dez has great chemistry with a good quarterback that can put the ball wherever he wants. Dez Bryant to Packers is intriguing, but would it work? Nine others have caught at least one pass so far this season, all averaging more than five yards per reception. • Pats WR not getting enough separation Getty Packers Get Good News on Darnell Savage Jr.’s Injury. Not for nothing, Bryant is certainly agreeing that Valdes-Scantling is a talent for the Packers, and that’s high praise for the second-year pro looking to break out onto his own as one of Aaron Rodgers’ top weapons. Bryant commended Valdes-Scantling’s abilities, but he also went after Nagler while insisting he would never suit up as a Packer because of his history with the team — which includes his infamous no-catch in Green Bay. Packers RB Jones injures calf, iffy vs. Texans, Strengths, weaknesses for the NFL's top 12 Super Bowl contenders, 'One out of five' dud games doesn't define 4-1 Packers to Aaron Rodgers, Krys Barnes, Jordan Love continue their role reversals with Green Bay Packers. Powered by. The argument turned a little profane, as you can see below. Veteran tight ends Jimmy Graham and Marcedes Lewis also looked stable in offering the Packers different looks. The Twitter confrontation comes after ESPN’s Josina Anderson reported last Thursday on “NFL Live” that “some teams have been expressing interest” in signing Bryant, according to his agent. Dez Bryant Reportedly Wants to Play for Packers, Copyright © 2020 Heavy, Inc. All rights reserved. I still believe Dez can high-point the football as good as any other wide receiver in the National Football League. Jamaal Williams also received about as much attention in the passing game with both catches three passes. Back in August, Bryant said the Saints will be the first team he calls when he is cleared to play again, telling NFL Network’s Jane Slater that “mid-October is when I’m going to be trying to get back in the league.”, “Healthy, moving fast and explosive” words receivers coach David Robinson used to describe his workout with @DezBryant he’s working on his mind but looks like he’s still working on his game too pic.twitter.com/T16xhjunRQ, — Jane Slater (@SlaterNFL) September 1, 2019. That’s right, the Packers should take a low-risk gamble on Bryant. GettyMarquez Valdes-Scantling hauls in a 47-yard pass from Aaron Rodgers on Thursday night against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Dez Bryant has said he is trying to make his return in mid-October, and the star wide receiver reportedly has the Green Bay Packers among his top new teams. Witten pointed out that Bryant has just about every quality that quarterback Aaron Rodgers would love in a receiver. The Packers would seemingly have little tolerance for that. Dez Bryant vs Packers guy Aaron Nagler… pic.twitter.com/2KJO2oQpgK. That’s when Bryant took issue with Nagler. Now, they need to consider bringing in free agent wideout Dez Bryant. The diversity of receiving threats makes for fewer breakout stars apart from Adams, whose 142 yards is at least double every other pass-catcher on the team. "He's motivated, and I think he's going to end up going to the Green Bay Packers. To be sure, there's room on the depth chart for another starting receiver. The Packers offense stalled out for the majority of its drives, setting up its only touchdown on a single 47-yard pass from Rodgers to Marquez Valdes-Scantling. NFL Network's James Jones explains why free agent wide receiver Dez Bryant would fit with the Green Bay Packers. Granted, they were playing 2018’s top defense on a road. @AaronRodgers12 ➡️ @813Geronimo ?#MINvsGB | #GoPackGo pic.twitter.com/yMmz3LHp6x, — Green Bay Packers (@packers) September 15, 2019. Powered by. She also named Green Bay, as well as New Orleans, Baltimore and Carolina as possible landing places for him, according to a Bleacher Report article that helped spread the buzz. Dez Bryant isn't expected back on the field until mid-October, but the Green Bay Packers are reportedly one of the teams among the star wide receiver's top landing spots.
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