The Green Bay Packers will be looking to go from a playoff contender to a Super Bowl contender in 2024. In order to do that, the young talent in Green Bay will have to continue to get better, however, the team will also need to continue to add for the future.
Today, it was reported that the Packers are already showing interest in the future.
The Green Bay Packers Are Already Showing Interest In Adding To Their Defense
Tyler Schisel first reported the news for Wisconsin Sports Heroics:
The Green Bay Packers had a meeting with Edgerrin Cooper, an All-American linebacker, before the NFL Combine and the Draft. Cooper had a four-year tenure at Texas A&M and declared for the draft in December. Cooper, a 4-star recruit according to ESPN and 247 Sports, joined Texas A&M after being heavily recruited from Covington High School.
During his senior year in 2023, Cooper played in 12 games for the Aggies and recorded a total of 609 snaps. He had 58 tackles, 17 assists, and 56 stops, which was a decent performance. As a pass rusher, Cooper made 27 total pressures, which included 12 QB hurries, 5 QB hits, and 10 sacks. Overall, Cooper had an impressive performance in his senior year.
At the Shrine Bowl, all 32 teams had a chance to meet with Cooper. Currently, he is expected to be drafted in the 2nd to 4th round, but his draft position could change depending on his performance in events like the NFL Combine and any Pro Days he decides to participate in.
The Packers will focus heavily on the defense side of the ball and will meet with most defensive players who fit the mold of their team.
Fans Are Excited To See The Team’s Interest In Adding To The Defense
The defensive coaching staff has undergone a complete overhaul this off-season. The defensive coordinator, passing game coordinator, and defensive line coach have all been replaced. When fans saw that the team is interested in possibly adding a playmaker like Cooper, they reacted accordingly:
Prolly my favorite defensive player to mock to the Packers so far. Such a beast. ❤️
— Jack Bisase (@JackBisase) February 9, 2024
— Kyle McClure (@The__Vark) February 9, 2024
Thats a pretty elite name so I'd let it slide
— Kaelan Lawrence (@kolaw2801) February 1, 2024
every day that passes edgerrin cooper looks like an absolute need in the draft for the packers
— Jack (@PackersRetool26) February 7, 2024
