5 things learned at Packers OTAs
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Key Points:
- The Packers held their second OTA practice open to media, with Head Coach Matt LaFleur emphasizing that the team will "let the process play out" regarding Josh Jacobs' recent arrest related to a domestic situation.
- Sixteen players, including Jacobs, Micah Parsons, Tucker Kraft, and Zach Tom, did not participate in the workout, with Parsons, Kraft, and Tom continuing their recoveries from knee surgeries and targeting a return by training camp.
- In Parsons' absence, Lukas Van Ness and Barryn Sorrell led the first-team defense as edge rushers, while Carrington Valentine and Keisean Nixon started at cornerback; on offense, Darian Kinnard filled in at right tackle and Chris Brooks and Pierre Strong Jr. took running back reps.
- The practice featured notable plays, including an interception by safety Evan Williams on a Jordan Love deep pass and a leaping catch by Christian Watson, highlighting the team's competitive spirit despite the absence of key players.
- Rookie kicker Trey Smack performed well, making all but one of his kicks during the session.