Michael from Eau Claire, WI

Oh, Michael! If you're going to give us "and that...is the rest of the story," then you've GOT to end it with "Good day!" LOL In any case. I do love reading II every day. Thank you for the knowledge, the insight, and the laughs.

Spoff and I gotta lead all NFL mailbags in Paul Harvey references.

Sharon from Lakewood Ranch, FL

Was that a smile from No. 87 caught in the photos from Day 1 of minicamp? Looking good! Here's hoping Romeo Doubs has a lot more of those for all of us! Go Pack Go!

You may be surprised to learn Doubs is one of the more expressive and downright hilarious players on the practice field. He has a sly sense of humor that occasionally comes out around Packers coaches and teammates.

Donna from Darien, WI

Sounds like Mecole Hardman has been showing up at minicamp. Hope he makes the final roster.

The guy has been responsible for the play of the practice during each of the first two days of minicamp. On Tuesday, Hardman had a nifty one-handed touchdown snag through traffic on a fourth-down heave from Sean Clifford in two-minute. Hardman then followed that up by looking in a deep ball from Jordan Love for a 73-yard touchdown during the two-minute period with the starting offense Wednesday. Hardman is not backing down at all from the fierce competition happening in that receiver room.

Shawn from Kissimmee, FL

As our current WR roster stands, coming up on contract years, we have Romeo Doubs and Christian Watson. If you can only keep one for a second contract, who do you keep? What do you do with the other? Trade him this season, trade him end of season, cut him, let him test the market and hope you get a comp pick?

I appreciate the question, but we are so far away from this being entertainable. Watson has gotta get healthy first. What I will say is the Packers probably will need to extend a couple of their pending free agents at some point. That 2022 draft class not only has been a catalyst for Green Bay's success, but NFL teams also can only receive a maximum of four compensatory picks. The Packers have a half dozen players in the final year of their contracts who could command a comp pick down the line.

Steve from Ankeny, IA

Can someone please write an "Understanding the NFL cap for Dummies" book? I don't know how Russ Ball, et al, do it.

It's like the old Roddy Piper quote: "Just when you think you know the answers, I change the questions." That's how I feel when it comes to the NFL salary cap, contracts, etc.

Steve from Grawn, MI

Drafting the two receivers to an already full room should provide additional, beneficial competition that can improve everyone. But I wonder why we don't take a similar approach in the cornerback room. I think we have good guys but am really looking to bringing in some DB competition. Or have we already do you think? And thanks for your personal fortitude, guys, it makes the Inbox what it is.

You only have so many picks, Steve, and the Packers already invested four selections into the secondary last year. Like Spoff has discussed, Green Bay has a strong top four with Javon Bullard's ability to play inside. What the Packers are looking for now is another Carrington Valentine to emerge from that group of Kalen King, Kamal Hadden, Micah Robinson, Gregory Junior and the rest.

John from Stevens Point, WI

Looks like the Packers are pretty thin at CB with Jaire Alexander leaving. Is Bo Melton a viable option? Is this a last-ditch move to CB to give a bottom of the roster player a chance to stick? I'm sure no stone will be left unturned between now and Game 1.

One has nothing to do with the other. Melton is learning cornerback – he's not moving there because Alexander was cut. Melton is still a receiver. This is an idea Head Coach Matt LaFleur posed to Melton when he was on the practice squad in 2023 and it's something Green Bay is revisiting now.

Mike from San Diego, CA

Some franchises have to draft generational two-way prospects second overall or not at all. The Packers? We grow them at home. Hoping the best for Bo as he expands his utility to secure a roster spot and contributes to all three phases.

The topic of Travis Hunter came up while we were speaking with Melton on Wednesday. While Melton was effusive in his praise of the former Colorado standout's two-way versatility, he also distanced himself from that comparison. Melton is Melton and this is an entirely different deal. However, it does speak to the receiver's unselfish nature and willingness to be flexible if that's what's in the best interest of the football team.

Josh from Fort Myers, FL

Guys, with the news that Bo is taking reps at DB, I wonder why teams don't tinker that way more. A lot of these guys grew up playing two-way ball. Linemen on both sides of the trenches, guys at both WR and CB. I remember GB drafting Korey Hall, a linebacker, and made him a fullback. Just seems that there would be some opportunity to get talented athletes on the field with position versatility. I know the pro game is extremely specialized, but are there guys you think could be ironmen?

It's incredibly difficult to play both ways in the NFL and it goes beyond just the potential injury issues. The game is so specialized at this level and there are only so many hours in the day available, especially during an NFL offseason program. At the same time, if there was ever a time to test drive a new position, it's now. We'll see what happens.

Lori from Heredia, Costa Rica

Hey Weston, in your opinion, would it be easier to learn the playbook for a receiver or for a cornerback? Which position typically receives a higher salary? If you had to choose which position to play, which would you pick?

It's difficult to say because both playbooks are so complex. I guess I'd lean towards cornerback since the stakes are higher given the catastrophic ramifications of a blown assignment. However, Melton talked Wednesday about how his knowledge of the receiver position has been helpful in learning the nuances of cornerback.

Craig from Brookfield, WI

Questioning GMs on roster decisions never made sense to me, especially in Green Bay. They're dealing with massive sums of money, players' mental and physical potential, and a giant crystal ball. Given all that, it's astonishing how many seasons we GB fans can legitimately wonder if this could be the year the Packers win it all. When it comes to Gutey's decisions, I say, "Let him cook."

Player acquisition is a complicated business. While everyone fancies themselves a scout, so much time, effort and resources go into analyzing both the player and the person you're adding to the locker room.

James from Chicago, IL

Packers fans: "The front office doesn't know what they're doing. David Bakhtiari was always hurt. They should have cut him sooner. Waste of money!" Also, Packers fans: "The front office doesn't know what they're doing. Alexander was hurt a lot but he's one of the best in the NFL. Why were they afraid to pay him?"

It's funny how that works, isn't it? It's fine to have an opinion, but don't let that blind you from recognizing why those in charge make the decisions they do.

Dustin from Kansas City, MO

What's the most memorable Lambeau Field entrance or player introduction you have ever seen? Could be a legend returning, a milestone moment, or just one that gave you chills for your own reasons.

Seeing Aaron Jones return last year was special, especially after he stuck around after the game to embrace all his former teammates, coaches and support staff.

Ray from Phoenix, AZ

Great job by Gute adding Cameron Young to battle the other big bodies at D-tackle. My question though is adding Trey Hendrickson could make for a dominating pass rush. With both the Vikings and Lions looking to add a pass rusher, could Gute not fill a need and stop our NFC North rivals from adding the best edge rusher in the NFL?

Never say never, but there's also a Lake Michigan-sized difference between signing a street free agent like Young for nothing and acquiring one of the league's best pass rushers in Hendrickson.

David from Independence, MO

How does the team actually feel about losing a home game to play in another country?

It's not great, but every NFL team must do it at some point. It happened to Philadelphia last year when it "hosted" the Packers in Brazil and the Eagles still went on to win the Super Bowl.

Jennifer from Middleton, WI

I just watched AR8's media availability with the Steelers. It was great to see Aaron Rodgers looking and sounding well. As usual with him, when it comes to the topic of football and the team (which is all that should matter) if you take the time to listen to what he says in full vs. reading headlines, he's insightful and inspiring. I hope Steelers fans tune in and find out for themselves. I don't want to see him get that elusive win against all 32 teams, but otherwise, go get 'em Aaron!

Wishing Rodgers all the best in Pittsburgh, but honestly and respectfully, I couldn't care less until Week 8.

Dave from Wheaton, IL

With regard to Dustin from Kansas City's comment on fan favorites, I'll always have a little of a soft spot in my heart for Howard Green. He was picked up the day after the Jets cut him, played against the Jets in a poorly fitting uniform, and made a key hit in the Super Bowl that year that contributed to Nick Collins' pick-six that caused me to lose my mind and totally get the dogs excited.

Green was the very definition of a cult hero while also being the run-stuffing defensive tackle the Packers desperately needed during their Super Bowl XLV run.

Justin from Thousand Oaks, CA

When a team decides to take a cap hit all in one year versus spreading it out, is that an irrevocable decision? If GB had, say, a shot at a suddenly available star free agent and wanted to make more cap space this year, could they go back and say never mind, spread out Jaire's hit?

I believe that's a non-revocable decision teams must make immediately. It's a horse apiece to me, so why not take your medicine now given how much cap space the Packers have?

Ross from Hudson, WI

Please help me understand the salary cap – if the Packers don't use the $46 million they are under the cap, how does that affect their cap for next season?

It rolls over to the following year's cap.

Ted from Findlay, OH

Was thinking about the upcoming season driving home from the airport today. Is Sterling Sharpe going to be honored at a game this season? If so, do you know which game?

I'm sure the Packers will honor Sharpe and add his name to the Lambeau Field façade next year, but the league/team has yet to announce a game yet.

Jake from Decatur, GA

One as-yet overlooked financial consequence of Alexander's release is that I now have to buy a new jersey for game day. Edgerrin Cooper seems like the obvious choice, and I know you don't like to do predictions, but do you have a good feeling about any other first- or second-year guys on defense who might be around for a while?

I mean, take your pick with how well the Packers have drafted on that side of the ball in recent years. Cooper, Evan Williams, and Javon Bullard – they all look like keepers.

Jerry from Rockford, IL

Good morning Insiders. I will always read a story before I listen to a podcast or watch a video. I miss holding the Sunday paper in my hands. My question is, what is your guilty pleasure?

Watching Formula One in the middle of the night instead of just sleeping normally and catching the replay on-demand the next morning.

Paul from Cedarburg, WI

If the Packers make it to the playoffs next season, think they can win and get past the first round if it's the wild-card round or divisional round?

You betcha.

Darrel from Pueblo, CO

II, do you think if Melton makes the 53 and plays both O and D, he should get to wear No. 88?

Only if Melton plays running back, too.

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