What we learned on Day 2 of Packers training camp: Javon Bullard is a boxer now
Key Points:
- Green Bay Packers cornerback Keisean Nixon, despite mixed fan opinions and critiques of his play as a No. 1 cornerback, signed a three-year, $18 million extension and is entering the final season of that deal, expressing readiness to prove himself again in 2025.
- Defensive back Javon Bullard has taken up boxing to improve his conditioning and hand-eye coordination, which translated to forcing a fumble during practice, highlighting the importance of timing and precision in both sports.
- Wide receiver Matthew Golden is poised for a bigger role following the departures of Romeo Doubs and Dontayvion Wicks, showing confidence and strong performance in practice as he seeks to improve on last season's modest statistics.
- Injury concerns persist for the Packers with several players, including linebacker Edgerrin Cooper and left guard Aaron Banks, missing or limiting practice time due to various injuries, while key players like Micah Parsons and Tucker Kraft remain sidelined.
- Practice highlights included an interception by nickel cornerback Johnathan Baldwin, impressive catches by wide receiver Savion Williams, and strong defensive plays and pressures from multiple players, signaling competitive depth and promising talent on the roster.