Subhadeep from Middletown, CT

Did you guys get some time to chit chat with your old friend Vic during Aaron Rodgers' wedding?

And once again we're off, so we might as well get going.

Dale from Prescott, WI

Spoff, how was crappie fishing? I got my personal best last week of 14 inches.

I've never caught one that big, so congrats. I got my freezer stocked but nothing of any size to discuss. I did manage to land a 16-inch largemouth that was a blast to catch, and my daughter netted it for me. Got some nice pictures.

Bette from Orange City, IA

Will Detroit be hard to beat next year?

Probably.

Rich from Grand Rapids, MI

I, too, would love to have Trey H. in green and gold. But for that price, the questions for those clamoring for a trade are twofold: What draft pick are you willing to give up to get him, and which of our pending UFAs are you willing to let go to pay him? There is an adage about having your cake and eating it, too. That seems apropos.

And Hendrickson turns 31 this year.

Brian from Johnson City, TN

I've often seen reports of team meetings in various "rooms" – e.g., receiver room, QB room, CB room, etc. How many 'rooms' are there? How often do they meet in the "classroom"? How often to different/related groups get together?

Players have daily meetings in their schedule when they're here, usually both in the morning and afternoon. Every position group has its own meeting room, and then there are larger ones for the defense/special teams and offense/full team. Positions join up for film sessions from time to time.

Dennis from Seal Beach, CA

A little fantasy football here: If Bo Melton can go to cornerback, how about Edgerrin James at fullback? He has the size, speed and tools. Add his knowledge of how things work at the next level and his dogged pursuit. Only fantasy, but what if?

Edgerrin James was already a running back. For the Colts if I recall.

Jason from Lake Orion, MI

The top run stopper left in FA and the release of No. 23, while a prudent business move, leaves a spotty pash rush without a complementary shutdown CB1. M. Murphy indicated they were used to being without 23, which is great, if 1-5 vs. NFCN and a first-round loss are acceptable. It appears hopes for improvement on D are being pinned on a new DL coach, a healthy toe and thumb, along with some UDFAs, low draft picks and Bo Melton. I know, trust the process, but I feel for J. Hafley. Overreaction?

Alexander played in only seven games last year. Meanwhile Edgerrin Cooper played roughly half the defensive snaps, and the unit finished fifth in the league in yards allowed and sixth in points allowed. I feel for J. Hafley, too. I feel excited for him.

Sean from Palatine, IL

On the topic of Bo Melton taking reps at CB and ironman athletes, I can't help but laugh a little about how hyper-specialized the NFL is. There is an entire roster spot dedicated to someone just to snap the ball on kicks and punts, and watch out if that player has to miss time. What Melton is doing is extremely impressive to me.

I can't imagine the mental processing of both playbooks. Mercy. As I said on "Unscripted," I'll be really curious to see if he's taking defensive 11-on-11 reps in full pads in training camp or gets into a preseason game on D.

Justin from Burlington, IA

I am not asking you to make sweeping generalizations, but...for the average player, do you think that money, or winning, is more important? I get the idea to take every dollar you can because without the players, there is no league and no money. But nobody talks about the salary GOAT. Kirk Cousins won't be in the HOF. So, get yours and be a rich "nobody" or be known as a winner and take less? I know it isn't that cut-and-dried, but just in a general sense, what do you think?

All players want to win. As for the balance between winning and money, this is admittedly an oversimplification, but I think most players when they enter the league are more focused on getting their second contract, and getting as much as they can with it. Once they reach that stage, their sentiments start to shift more toward a desire to win.

Scott from Hudson, WI

Wow, what am I missing? I just watched the Mecole Hardman interview and finished reading the story about Cameron Young. How do these two not see significant playing time? I know it's months from real football but these two on paper and tape seem to be just what the Dr. ordered, a veteran SB-experienced speedster wide receiver and a big-body, block-consuming run stuffer with a nasty streak. What's your prediction for these two? Definitely on the 53 and significant playing time?

No guarantees. I love what veteran guys like that bring, and I couldn’t have been more impressed with Hardman this week, but this will be a tough roster to crack.

Chris from Kennesaw, GA

Hey guys, really enjoying the content from the offseason program. Particularly stories and interviews of the new guys. One thing always jumps out at me as I read or listen, it's no lie that the Packers prioritize and value smart, high-character guys. My question is, when coaches are replaced, is it the HC's decision or might the coordinators have a say, or even be the impetus of a change? Thanks and enjoy the upcoming breaks you might get before TC.

There's regular communication and collaboration, but any final decisions regarding the coaching staff come from the head coach.

Dustin from Kansas City, MO

In your opinion, what is something Matt LaFleur doesn't get enough credit for? His win/loss record gets attention, but what part of his impact on the team tends to fly under the radar?

I can't speak to it directly, but I get the sense from talking to players that he keeps lines of communication open all the time. He will listen to his players and value their input, whether it's about their weekly schedule or something in the game plan. That doesn't mean he incorporates every suggestion, but he does listen and constantly communicates.

James from Appleton, WI

When Ahman Green ran for 1,883 yards in 2003, he had 355 carries. Nowadays, if Josh Jacobs had 355 carries, we would think something had gone dreadfully wrong with the passing game. It does make Jacobs' 301 carries last season seem more reasonable. Do you think keeping his carries closer to 15 a game would, over the long season, raise his 4.4 yards per carry closer to Green's 5.3?

A rushing average of 5-plus yards is a tough ask for any full-time back, but I want the ball in Jacobs' hands more than 15 times a game. I'd say 20-plus touches (rushes and receptions combined) is my expectation, which would put his 17-game workload in the 350 range. Last year he came in at 337 (301 plus 36 catches) and then had 21 touches in the playoff game.

Jeff from Albuquerque, NM

Just re-watched "Moneyball," birth of metrics in MLB. I was curious if the NFL got interested in metric-type stats before or after MLB?

It felt like after to me, and I've never sensed that level of statistical analytics is as prevalent in football as it is in baseball, but some of it is certainly there now, especially as it relates to fourth downs.

Jennifer from Middleton, WI

Wes's response about AR8 reminded me that you guys have said (as well as other IIers) you really focus mostly on the Packers. I, and I'm sure others, obsessively follow everything Packers but also watch all the games in season and enjoy following the news and intrigue for 32 teams year-round. It's my favorite hobby. I wonder where our mix falls. I'm sure it's a spectrum and I'm sure there are stories as to who else and how much we follow and why. Perhaps an Outsider Inbox question?

I can tell by reading Inbox submissions every day that a majority of this column's readers pay attention only to the Packers. That's perfectly fine, but it is a limiting and narrow perspective. I pay attention as best I can to all the big happenings around the league, but it is very difficult to dive into the weeds regarding another team.

Mike from New Orleans, LA

My BIG 3 of Packers information are y'all, The Athletic, and ESPN. I look at other places too, but those three are checked daily. Today, each one of you release essentially the same story about Bo Melton with many of the same quotes. I understand it's the hot topic, and there's only so much info out there, but do y'all as reporters ever talk with each other? I get that y'all're competing, but just wondering if there's ever an under-the-table "you take this, I'll take that" agreement.

Wes and I do that so we aren't working on the same thing, but there's only so much access, and the hot topics are called such for a reason. We try to differentiate ourselves as much as possible, but we can't just ignore a good story for the sake of variety, either.

Ricia from St. Johnsbury, VT

Thanks for the work you do for us fans and shareholders. You mentioned no stadium compares to Lambeau and of course that's true. But in baseball Wrigley Field has a phenomenal aura and history. I'm glad the goat curse was removed. I am looking forward to seeing a game in Fenway Park this summer.

I still haven't been to Fenway and that feels like a crime for a baseball fan like me. I was all set to head to Boston to see the Brewers in the spring of 2020, but alas. One of these days.

Pete from Music City, TN

Mike! I will be grading AP computer science exams for the next week. One of the other AP readers in my cohort is a professor at UW-Platteville. I told him I'd never been to Platteville but you are from there, which is pretty cool. He immediately said that he knew you because you spoke about careers in media and athletics at a Platteville HS career day. I'm not surprised at all by your generosity, but wanted to thank you for giving back to your community.

I was thrilled to do it, and it worked out because it fell last fall during the bye week. It had been a long time since I'd walked the hallowed halls of PHS. Honestly it was an honor to be invited, and I even got to reconnect with an old friend/classmate (and much more distinguished alum) whom I hadn't seen since he was in med school at Bethesda. He's come back to our hometown to open his own practice after serving as a White House physician in three different administrations. Now that's what I call giving back to your community.

Jeffrey from Eveleth, MN

Dave from Waterford's submission on winning Super Bowl QB jersey numbers crossed the line. I flag him for math in the Inbox. 15-beer penalty, and a one-week ban. We have to nip this in the bud guys.

And with that, the dead zone has officially arrived. Happy Friday.

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