Adrian Amos, Randall Cobb, and Allen Lazard undoubtedly contributed significantly during their tenure with the Green Bay Packers, yet the team’s decision to release them last offseason was ultimately justified.
, along with others such as Aaron Rodgers, Billy Turner, Tim Boyle, and former offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett, found new homes with the New York Jets in a series of moves that supported Rodgers’ trade to the franchise.
While parting with so many seasoned players was a challenging decision for the Packers, the subsequent outcomes for both individuals and the team in New York affirm that it was the right course of action.
Adrian Amos, who recently got waived by the Jets, joined them as a late signing due to the season-ending injury of starting safety Chuck Clark.
While Amos started three games, his overall contribution was limited, signaling that the 30-year-old safety was not a viable solution for the Packers in the short or long term.
Randall Cobb, a long-time companion to Rodgers, had a modest performance with only three receptions for 20 yards in seven games.
Despite his impressive career with the Packers, it appears that this season might mark the end of his NFL journey, a career possibly prolonged by his association with Rodgers.
The most advantageous move for the Packers was letting go of Allen Lazard. While he showcased dedication and hard work in Green Bay, his four-year, $44 million contract with the Jets seems questionable considering his current statistics—20 receptions for 290 yards and one touchdown in 10 games.
Lazard’s high drop rate, noted as the worst among wide receivers with at least 25 targets this season, and being a healthy scratch in the Jets’ recent game highlight the potential overvaluation.
In contrast, the departure of Cobb and Lazard has paved the way for the emergence of Green Bay’s young receivers, including Christian Watson, Romeo Doubs, Dontayvion Wicks, and Jayden Reed—all in their first or second year.
While there’s still progress to be made at the wide receiver position, the promising performances of these young talents suggest a bright future.
Acknowledging the business nature of the NFL and the tough decisions it entails, the Packers have already seen the positive impact of moving on from Amos, Cobb, and Lazard.
The team’s young receivers are beginning to showcase their potential, validating the wisdom behind these offseason roster adjustments.
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