
12th in a series.
For such a high-powered offense, the Packers do have some fantasy questions at all the positions, save quarterback. The 2011 NFL MVP, Aaron Rodgers, will enter the 2012 fantasy season as one of the top picks in any draft. After him, you have to look at the following positions: RB, WR and TE — all key positions and all in a high-powered offense, thus giving them value.
Here are some questions about the Packers entering the offseason:
What will the Packers' backfield look like?
In defense of the team's running backs, this is a pass-first offense that is deep with receivers, so the backs were limited to an extent. The classic "not enough footballs to go around" scenario. The backfield became a fantasy joke with the time share of James Starks and Ryan Grant. Add in injuries to both players, and it's easy to see why fantasy owners were disappointed in what should have been a solid source of fantasy points. After struggling with pass protection and injuries, Starks will train at IMG Madden Football Academy this offseason. He might have to carry the load with Alex Green (torn ACL) trying to return from an injury that usually takes two years before a back returns to statistical form. Add the fact that Grant is a free agent and Starks' value could move up. Starks did miss three games last season and was not 100 percent in some of them. He ended the season with an average of 10.2 attempts for 44.5 yards in 13 games and he rushed for only one score. As a receiver, he averaged 2.2 catches for 16.6 yards and no TDs. However, he has shown an ability to produce when healthy.
Grant is a free agent and has not performed well for fantasy owners since 2009. Between injury and subpar play, he likely will be allowed by the team to test the free-agent market, and if there is no interest, look for Green Bay to offer him a contract. He ended the season with an average of 8.9 attempts for 37.3 yards and 1.3 catches for 17.9 yards in 15 games. He had two rushing TDs and one receiving. His value will depend on where he lands.
Right now, you have to look at Brandon Saine as depth and watch training camp to see if he holds any value. With Green likely to not be 100 percent, Saine will see snaps in camp.
Is there any value at the WR position after Greg Jennings and Jordy Nelson?