Jayden Reed is the newest member of the Packers' revamped wide receiver corps. Reed finds himself in his new home of Green Bay, under the direction of head coach Matt LaFleur, hoping he can make an instant connection with new starting QB Jordan Love.
If you're wondering what the Packers saw in Reed to make him just their second second-round WR drafted in the last nine years, this is it:
Jayden Reed; Chi-Town's Finest
Jayden was born on April 28, 2000, in Chicago. Reed started his high school career at Metea Valley High School with future Michigan State teammate quarterback Payton Thorne. As a junior, Reed had 23 catches for 403 yards and four touchdowns.
He transferred to Naperville Central High School in his senior season and earned All-Conference honors after finishing high school with 60 receptions for 1,792 yards and 20 touchdowns.
Reed started his college career at Western Michigan in 2018. The Football Writers Association of America named him Freshman All-American after catching 56 passes for 797 yards and eight touchdowns in 13 games played for the Broncos.
Jayden Reed Spartans Up
Reed transferred to Michigan State before the 2019 season. As a member of the Spartans, Reed blossomed into a dynamic playmaker both as a receiver and punt returner.
He totaled 147 receptions for 2,069 yards and 18 touchdowns as a receiver. Reed had 26 punt returns, averaging 14.1 yards, and two touchdowns as a punt returner. Reed earned Second-Team All-Big Ten honors in back-to-back seasons (2021 and 2022.)
His standout performances at the Senior Bowl Combine and NFL Scouting Combine likely played into why Green Bay took him in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft.
Before the draft, this is what NFL Draft Analyst Lance Zierlein said about Reed:
"Utility wideout with the ability to take snaps at multiple receiver positions while offering both kickoff and punt return talent," Zierlein said. "Reed looks smaller in many of his matchups, but he is rarely deterred by size. He's too tight-hipped for stop-start routes on the tree, but he operates with good route speed and should improve his ability to separate with additional development and experience on the next level. His ball skills and feel for positioning on deep throws and jump balls are unquestioned. Limiting his focus drops on short and intermediate throws will be critical to becoming a long-term NFL contributor."
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Marquez Valdes-Scantling is one of the better stories you will hear about in the NFL. The former 2018 fifth-round draft pick has made incredible strides throughout his career, won on the world's biggest sports stage, and signed a life-changing contract.
Pre-NFL Days For Marquez Valdes-Scantling
Dec 23, 2017; Birmingham, AL, USA; South Florida Bulls wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling (11) scores a touchdown against the Texas Tech Red Raiders during the 4th quarter in the 2017 Birmingham Bowl at Legion Field. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hagy-USA TODAY Sports
Marquez Valdes-Scantling was born on Oct. 10, 1994. He attended and played high school football at Lakewood High School in St. Petersburg, Fla. As a senior, he recorded 50 receptions for 800 receiving yards and 14 receiving touchdowns.
Valdes-Scantling attended two different colleges before being drafted into the NFL. The first was with the North Carolina State Wolfpack. During his two seasons there, he played in 16 games, recorded 44 receptions, 538 receiving yards, and one touchdown.
After his sophomore season, he transferred to the University of South Florida (USF). There he played out his junior and senior seasons, breaking out in a big way. During those two years, he hauled in 75 receptions, 1,294 receiving yards, and 11 touchdowns. His senior season showed NFL scouts that he had what it took to play in the NFL, and boy, they were right.
Marquez Valdes-Scantling Joins The NFL & Breaks Out
Dec 19, 2021; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Green Bay Packers wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling (83)] divers for a touchdown during the second half HG at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Marquez Valdes-Scantling was drafted by the Green Bay Packers with the 174th overall pick in the fifth round of the 2018 NFL Draft. He would spend his first four years in the league playing for the Green and Gold. During those four years, he averaged 15 games played per season, starting just shy of 10. He also averaged over 30 receptions, 538 receiving yards, and just over three touchdowns per year.
Following the 2021 season, he tested free agency, which paid off big time. The Kansas City Chiefs would sign him to a massive three-year $30 million dollar contract with $15 million guaranteed – an incredible payday for a former fifth-round pick.
In 2022, Marquez Valdes-Scantling recorded 42 receptions, 687 receiving yards, and three touchdowns. He also showed up big-time during the 2022-23 playoffs, recording seven receptions, 122 receiving yards, and two touchdowns in three games. He played a big role in the Chiefs' postseason run, helping them win Super Bowl LVII 38-35 against the Philadelphia Eagles on Feb. 12, 2023.
Mayfield Sports Marketing And Marquez Valdes-Scantling
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The Green Bay Packers have signed quarterback Jordan Love to a one-year contract extension through 2024.
Love spent three seasons backing up Aaron Rodgers before being ushered into the starting role heading into the 2023 season. Love has appeared in 10 games with one start so far in his career since being selected in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft out of Utah State.
He played in four games last season, going 14 of 21 with a 66.7 completion percentage. That was good for 195 yards, one TD, and a passer rating of 112.2. The highlight of Love’s 2022 season was a 63-yard TD pass to Christian Watson on Nov. 27 against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Heading into the 2023 season, the Packers have a lot of confidence in Love. Matt Lafleur spoke to Packers.com writer Mike Spafford about his confidence in Love.
“He definitely understands that he’s the guy in charge, he’s going to be the guy in the huddle and he’s got to be an extension of us, and we’re excited for him.” LaFleur said. “We’ve got a lot of confidence in him.”
Former Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers spoke highly of Love while he was on the Pat McAfee show on March 15:
“Jordan Love is going to be a great player, he’s a great kid, they got a good young team,” Rodgers said.
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The 2022 season was off to a great start for Rashan Gary. The Michigan product totaled six sacks, 32 combined tackles, and seven tackles for loss through the season's first nine games.
Unfortunately, his season would come to an end in Week 9 when he suffered an ACL tear against the Detroit Lions. Gary was on pace to set a career-high in sacks, pressures, tackles and quarterback hits.
Big Year Coming for Rashan Gary
The Packers have already exercised Gary's fifth-year option, so he is locked in to be a Packer this year. 2023 will be the most important year of his career. He is playing not only for a new contract but also to prove he remains one of the top outside linebackers in the league.
Rashan Gary was establishing himself as one of the best pass rushers in the NFL before his injury. He came into the league sitting behind Za'Darius Smith and Preston Smith. Now he is the Packers' best pass rusher. Gary's offseasons are always filled with individual work and a constant dedication to getting better, but now he has also been rehabbing an injury.
A New Contract for Gary
Despite not being a starter in his first two seasons, Gary has become integral to the Packers' defense. The Packers relied heavily on Gary to pressure opposing offenses. When he went down, they struggled in that area.
The market value for Rashan Gary is projected to be a 4-year/$104-million contract with an average of $26 million a year. This would make him the fourth highest-paid outside linebacker in the NFL. The former 12th-overall pick has already proved his value to the franchise, and the team will likely extend the 26-year-old pass rusher.
Gary's dedication and mindset to improving each offseason will surely allow him to return to dominance in 2023. Gary has already been posting on social media about his eagerness to return better than ever.
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The Green Bay Packers signed Rasul Douglas on Oct. 7, 2021, from the Arizona Cardinals practice squad. On Oct. 28, he had a game-sealing interception in the end zone against the Cardinals, his former team. Since then, Douglas has become a fan favorite and signed a long-term deal to stay in Green Bay.
In 2022, Rasul Douglas became one of the most important pieces on the defense and established himself as a premiere cornerback.
Rasul Douglas at Safety?
The Packers have yet to sign Adrian Amos, so they may lose a secondary staple. The safety position might be a hole on the roster, but there were conversations about moving Rasul Douglas to fill the role.
Douglas has the physical tools to play safety. He is a good tackler with lots of range and, most importantly, has great hands and anticipation.
However, head coach Matt LaFluer Douglas confirmed that Rasul Douglas would start on the outside to begin the season.
LaFleur says Darnell Savage will start out at safety and Rasul Douglas at outside corner. Keisean Nixon will get every opportunity to win the nickel job.
Rasul Douglas' position won't change the impact he can have on the field. Not only does Douglas come away with plenty of interceptions, they often come in clutch time. Since joining the Packers, he has nine interceptions and two touchdowns. LaFleur already confirmed that Douglas will start the year at outside corner, but Brian Gutekunst is confident that Douglas could transition to safety easily if the team wants:
"(Douglas) has such good eyes and instincts when he's back there and seeing the whole field," Gutekunst said. "Anytime you move a guy inside, whether it's the nickel or the safety, and you have both sides you really have to worry about, there's a curve there that's going to take some time to really understand that. But his skill set as far as his eyes, his ability to go get the ball, his angles, his instincts and he's a pretty good tackler, too, he could make that transition if that's what we decided to do."
Position Doesn't Matter for Mr. Clutch
Rasul Douglas is everything a team wants in a corner. He's physical, tough, clutch and so much more. The coaching staff already knows he has the skill set to play safety if needed, but he can also play nickel. He actually played nickel to begin 2022 but moved back outside when Eric Stokes got hurt.
Last offseason, Douglas said he enjoyed the challenge of playing nickel:
Obviously, that was last offseason, but the team should be happy to know that Douglas is up for the task if he is needed there again. Whether it's at safety, outside corner or nickel, Rasul Douglas is going to have a big season.
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The Green Bay Packers and New York Jets finally got the deal done. After more than a month of negotiations, Aaron Rodgers will officially play in New York in 2023. The trade landed Green Bay a nice haul for the 2023 and 2024 NFL Drafts. According to Ian Rapoport with the NFL Network, the Jets and Packers have agreed to terms, leaving the Packers with a second-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft and pick swap, moving Green Bay to No. 13 overall. The Jets will also send a conditional first-round pick to the Packers in 2024.
According to Tom Pelissero with the NFL Network, Rodgers will sign a revised contract with the Packers to help the team’s cap space. The deal will be finalized before the Draft. This is an excellent deal for the Packers. They are getting much-needed 2024 and 2023 NFL Draft picks for Rodgers and a deal on cap space. That’s precisely what the team needed. In total, this is what the trade looks like:
New York Jets Received:
QB Aaron Rodgers
2023 First-Round Draft Pick (No. 15 Overall)
2023 Fifth-Round Draft Pick (No. 170 Overall)
Green Bay Packers Received:
2023 First-Round Draft Pick (No. 13 Overall)
2023 Second-Round Draft Pick (No. 42 Overall)
2023 Sixth-Round Draft Pick (No. 207 Overall)
2024 First-Round Draft Pick (If Aaron Rodgers plays 65% of the snaps in 2023)
Who Can the Packers Target At No. 13 of the 2023 NFL Draft?
Sep 3, 2022; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) is tackled on a kick return by Notre Dame Fighting Irish cornerback TaRiq Bracy (28) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Adam Cairns-USA TODAY Sports - Green Bay Packers
The Packers leapfrogged the New England Patriots, who pick at No. 14 overall. The Patriots have a big need at the wide receiver position and are a possible landing spot for Jaxon Smith-Njigba if he falls to them at 14. Smith-Njigba would fit seamlessly into the Green Bay Packers offense with Christian Watson and Romeo Doubs. According to Tony Pauline of ProFootballNetwork.com (via Twitter), the Packers are hoping their leap from No. 15 to No. 13 will make it “easier to secure” Ohio State wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba.
Despite playing alongside 2022 first-round picks Garrett Wilson and Chris Olave, Smith-Njigba managed to haul in 95 receptions for 1,606 yards and nine touchdowns in 2021. Smith-Njigba expected to take another step in 2022 as the top receiver on the depth chart. However, he dealt with a lingering hamstring injury, limiting him to only three games and five catches. Coming into the 2023 NFL Draft, he figures to be the top wide receiver prospect in the draft and someone the Green Bay Packers would love to have.
Other Possible 2023 NFL Draft Round 1 Targets
Other possible targets for No. 13 overall could be tight ends Michael Mayer or Dalton Kincaid, who would give QB Jordan Love another safety valve. Or the Packers could trade back and target a different WR like Zay Flowers, Jordan Addison or Quetinin Johnston.
If the Packers use the pick a defensive player first in the 2023 NFL Draft, keep an eye on names like Georgia's Nolan Smith or Iowa's Lukas Van Ness, both of whom had extraordinary showings at the NFL Combine.
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Jonathan "Rudy" Ford became an important player for the Packers in 2022. Ford was a sixth-round pick out of Auburn, and 2022 was Ford's first season in Green Bay. He spent the majority of his career on special teams, but in 2022 he played more defensive snaps than any other year in his career. His play on defense and special teams has earned him a new one-year contract worth up to $2.5 million.
The Breakout Season For Rudy Ford
Ford, like many, has not had an easy road to the NFL. He was born in Alabama, leading to his decision to play at Auburn. As a kid, he was given the nickname "Rudy" by his uncle after the character from the 1993 movie of the same name. Auburn initially recruited Ford as a running back, before he changed positions, finding himself on the defensive side of the ball.
After landing in Arizona, he spent two years there, primarily as a special team's ace. He would then go to the Eagles, where he was also primarily a special teamer. The Jaguars signed Ford to a two-year deal before releasing him in 2022.
His next stop would be Green Bay, where he finally got a chance on defense. The Packers' safety position dealt with some injuries, and the inconsistent play opened the door for Rudy Ford. Ford made six starts for the Packers in 2022, but his breakout game came at Lambeau Field against the Cowboys. The Packers needed to win to keep any hope of the playoffs alive, and Ford delivered two interceptions off of Dak Prescott. Ford showed he could be an impact player on defense, and his snap count kept increasing.
What to Expect in 2023
Ford will undoubtedly start 2023 with a different role than in 2022. The Packers have not made a decision on Adrian Amos but added Tarvarius Moore in free agency. Realistically this leaves the safety position in the hands of Moore, Darnell Savage, and Rudy Ford. In 2022, Ford ended the season with three interceptions, 44 tackles, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery.
There is a chance Ford sees the field as a starter in Week 1, even if the Packers add a safety in the NFL Draft. Ford will also likely have an impact on special teams again in 2023. Last season he played 108 snaps on special teams under Rich Bissacia. If Bissacia thinks Ford will better the special teams, then Ford could see a snap increase there too.
Mayfield Sports Marketing was pleased to work with Ford in his first season with the Packers, booking him to appear at various events. We look forward to continuing our relationship with Ford as his role in Green Bay expands.
Jamaal Williams has officially joined the New Orleans Saints after spending the last two seasons with the Detroit Lions. Williams agreed to a three-year, $12-million deal, with $8.15 million guaranteed, keeping him in "The Big Easy" until 2026.
2022 was a career year for Williams, leading the NFL in rushing TDs (17) and contributing to the Lions' first winning season since 2017.
Williams doesn't bring just his hard running style to the Saints. He is a huge source of energy and a tremendous leader. He is already showcasing his personality to the Saints fans.
One of a Kind Personality
Jamaal Williams has become a fan favorite for all NFL fans. A big reason why is his infectious personality brings every day. During his introductory press conference with the Saints, he kept things light and barely talked about football. He was just having fun talking about pop culture, beignets and how excited he was.
Williams is clearly ecstatic to be in New Orleans. Saints fans will get plenty more of these all-time quotes during Jamaal Williams' time with the team, just as Packers and Lions fans did.
What To Expect From Jamaal Williams in 2023
In his six NFL seasons, Williams has rushed for 3,652 yards, 30 touchdowns and 216 first downs. In his first full season of being the lead back in 2022, he had his first 1,000-yard season.
The Saints rushed 27.4 times per game last season but focused more on the run game down the stretch. That number could increase with Williams sharing the backfield with Alvin Kamara, an elite pass-catcher. Derek Carr, also applauded for his leadership during his time as a Raider, will be under the center for the Saints this season. Though the NFL schedule has yet to be released, the Saints will likely kick off their 2023 season on Sunday, Sept. 10.
Mayfield Sports has had the pleasure of booking Jamaal Williams since his Packers days and looks forward to continuing to work together in New Orleans.
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The Green Bay Packers have not been too active in free agency. However, they prioritized bringing back one of their 2022 standouts; All-Pro kick returner and cornerback Keisean Nixon.
Nixon's new contract is a one-year/$4 million deal. The deal has four void years meaning that while he will be paid past 2023, he will be an unrestricted free agent in 2024. It has been a long time since Green Bay has had an electric kick returner, so if Nixon has another All-Pro caliber season, he may be brought back again on a more long-term basis.
Keisean Nixon's NFL Career
2022 was Nixon's first season with the Green Bay Packers. He spent the last three seasons with the Raiders in both Oakland and Las Vegas. He played 692 snaps on special teams in three seasons with the Raiders. When Rich Bisaccia was hired as the special team coordinator Keisean Nixon signed with the Packers. Although he did not start the year off as the team's primary kick returner, he never looked back after getting the job.
Nixon became the full-time kick returner in Week 8 and made an instant impact. Despite not getting the job until halfway through the year, he finished the season with 1,009 kick return yards, leading the NFL. As a Packer, Nixon also made an impact on defense. Injuries in the secondary led to more playing time at cornerback, and Nixon filled in well. He started four games and recorded one interception, two passes defended, 28 tackles, and one tackle for a loss.
Keisean Nixon: The Future of the Packers' Special Teams
With news that team veterans Aaron Rodgers, Randall Cobb, and Allen Lazard could all be out the door and heading to New York, Green Bay is going through a transitioning period. Nixon will join the likes of RBs AJ Dillon and Aaron Jones, plus WR Christian Watson, as some of the only proven play-makers on the Packers.
With Bisaccia still running the special teams, it'll be in his and Nixon's hands to set up new Packers starting QB Jordan Love with good field position. Expect another difference-making big season from Keisean Nixon in Green Bay!
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Allen Lazard, former Green Bay Packers wide receiver, has found himself a new home. After playing the first five seasons of his career for the Green Bay Packers, Lazard decided to test free agency. As it turns out, the Allen Lazard contract was one of the highest-paying among 2023 NFL free agents.
Allen Lazard Inks New Contract With the New York Jets
Jordan Schultz reports that Lazard has agreed to a four-year deal worth $44M and $22M of that guaranteed with the New York Jets. Lazard leaves Green Bay after four seasons and is now taking the next step in his career.
BREAKING: #Jets are signing FA WR Allen Lazard to a 4-year, $44M deal with $22M guaranteed, sources tell @thescore.
Lazard comes off his best season, totaling 60/788/6 in 15 games with #Packers. This deal should also get things to the finish line with Aaron Rodgers and the Jets. pic.twitter.com/wOmAbEe0pC
The 27-year-old Lazard caught 169 passes for 2,236 yards and 20 touchdowns in his five seasons with the Packers. Lazard got better as the years went on and had a career season in 2022 as a go-to target for Aaron Rodgers in the Packers' offense.
Allen Lazard is known for doing the dirty work on the field consistently. He has become one of the best blocking wide receivers in the NFL. Lazard has been seen consistently blocking his defender 10-15 yards past the line of scrimmage. The NFL certainly recognized his game and paid him accordingly.
New Allen Lazard Contract Followed By Commitment from Aaron Rodgers
The Allen Lazard contract is not the only exciting news for the New York Jets franchise and its fans. On the March 15 edition of the "Pat McAfee Show," Rodgers confirmed that he intends to play for the New York Jets in 2023.
The future Hall-of-Famer, spoke glowingly about Lazard during the interview, sharing his appreciation for the receiver's work ethic and leadership in the locker room.
This pending reunion with Rodgers also comes with regrouping with the former Packers offensive coordinator, Nathaniel Hackett. In 2021, under the direction of Hackett in the gold zone, Lazard posted a career-high eight TDs on just 60 targets.
The new Allen Lazard contract has the veteran joining a talented receiver room led by Garrett Wilson, the reigning Offensive Rookie of the Year. Expect a big season from the Lazard-Rodgers connection and many memorable moments along the way in 2023.
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