5. Which Packers player are you most interested in watching in 2026? (Brian from Terre Haute)

Margeaux from Tallahassee, FL

Matthew Golden is my guy. Catches the ball effortlessly with his hands. Doesn't let it get into his body. I'm looking forward to the true beginning of his Packers Hall of Fame career in 2026/27.

Dustin from Kansas City, MO

I'm going with Brenton Cox Jr. on this one. I've been rooting for this guy since we signed him as a UDFA. I love a good comeback story, and I think he is primed to be one. I think if he stays healthy this year, Cox is going to make the most of the opportunity while Micah Parsons is out and will have his breakout season.

Tim from Poplar Grove, IL

I'm most excited to see what MarShawn Lloyd can bring to the Packers' diverse offense. He was a stud in college and has a great personal story of what it took for him to get to the NFL. If Lloyd's nickname is any indication, adding his quickness to the run game can keep defenses on their heels. Hoping his added dimension can open up all of our playmakers' opportunities like Christian Watson has the ability to do.

Rose from Fitchburg, WI

Barryn Sorrell. It's a lot to ask from a second-year defensive lineman but we need someone to step up in Micah Parson's absence. Plus: the person! Watching Matthew Golden and Barryn Sorrell drafted by Green Bay in Green Bay was the highlight of the 2025 offseason. Awesome that Sorrell came to the draft on his own. That's a man who knows how to live the moments in his life. Runner-up: Matthew Golden.

Colin from Milwaukee, WI

I grew up in Green Bay and everyone in my friend group had a favorite player on the team. Once a player was chosen nobody else could claim them as their guy. Unfortunately, my favorite, Rashan Gary, was dealt to Dallas this year. However, Barryn Sorrell has just as great of a draft story, played very well against the Vikings, and all around seems like an easy guy to root for. I'm looking forward to seeing how Barryn does with MP missing time and hope he remains in the rotation even after Parsons returns.

Al from Green Bay, WI

My one player to watch this year is Matthew Golden. We got a glimpse of what a healthy Golden can do in the playoff game last year. The talent is there. The desire is there. Teaming up with Watson, Jayden Reed and Tucker Kraft, Golden will be seldom double-teamed. Break. Out. Matthew!

Matt from Bloomington, IN

Really tough choice, but probably Edgerrin Cooper. I really want to see what he brings to this new system now that he's got a couple of seasons under his belt. His ceiling seems so high!

Hansen from Waukesha, WI

I'm interested in seeing if Lukas Van Ness can make the jump as an edge rusher after having Gary leave the team and waiting for Parsons to return from injury. If he can find another level, I see good things for the defense this season.

Gregg from Arlington Heights, IL

Everybody, come join us on the Jager Burton bandwagon. All aboard, yes. In high school some of Jager's merits: top 10 guards in nation, multiple Kentucky No. 1 players awards, and the first lineman to earn the Paul Horning Award; how cool is that. At Kentucky, 47 starts and three All-SEC Fall Academic Honor Roll. We need him to be the real deal and play better than a solid player plays. He has quick feet, he's athletic and smart. Captain material, definitely, ambidextrous, yes. Gale Gillingham great, hope so.

Les from Manhasset, NY

Tucker Kraft played like a superstar before he was hurt, and I want to watch him return to that level.

Joshua from Houston, TX

I'm really looking forward to seeing Edgerrin Cooper again, and it's not just because I'm an Aggie. He had a strong rookie year, but sophomore seemed kind of slow. I think he can really take a step forward this year and be a force with Zaire Franklin whether the team sends him on a blitz, back in cover, or he's just chasing the ball carrier. I think he has All-Pro talent.

Mark from Minneapolis, MN

I'm excited to see the leadership, playstyle, and experience of Zaire Franklin add value to this Packers defense! There is a reason why he is wearing the green dot in Year 1 at Lambeau and watching Franklin partner with E.C. and Micah will be a show for the entire fanbase. Having played the Colts just a couple of times over the last seven years along with the Packers' previous interest over several years, Zaire is now here!

Ben from Harrisonburg, VA

Keisean Nixon. This guy worked his way from undrafted free agent/practice squad player to All-Pro returner/starting CB and has a number of unforgettable plays to his name on both defense and special teams. He's not a perfect player, but he plays his butt off, and I'm excited to see him use the criticism from his own fan base as a chip on his shoulder!

Caleb from Knoxville, TN

Following MarShawn Lloyd's story for all of its ups and downs since he was drafted (32 is my favorite number), I can't help but feel for him. He's had such rotten injury luck completely beyond his control, keeping him from playing...but he keeps his chin up and handles the tough times like an absolute pro. I can't wait to watch "32" play this year. I hope he sets the league ablaze!

John from Stevens Point, WI

Assuming he wins the job, I'm anxious to see Trey Smack kick for the Packers. The '25-26 Packers lost several close games. A dependable, more consistent kicker may have been the difference in those close games. Also, if his leg is as advertised, it would be fun to see the Packers attempt (and hopefully make!) a 60-plus-yard field goal, and very memorable if the make was the difference in the game or a walk-off.

John from Omaha, NE

Isaiah Neyor as I've been hearing he has been doing some good things in camp. With fewer and fewer former Huskers in the NFL, I'm pulling for him to make the roster and contribute to the 2026 season.

Jeff from Littlefork, MN

I want to see how Micah and Tucker come back from their ACL injuries. I understand this is a team game, but I feel like if those two can come back at 95% or better we will be a very dangerous team come playoffs. And also, MarShawn Lloyd. I'd love for him to have the health to realize all that potential.

Adrian from Chula Vista, CA

Tucker Kraft because I want to see how he returns from his bump in the road. Dani Dennis-Sutton to see how he adapts to the pro game and how disruptive he becomes toward the end of the season.

Adam from Chippewa Falls, WI

Jordan Morgan. Can he be the next set-it-and forget-it left tackle for the Packers?

6. If you could make one outlandish rule change in the NFL, what would it be? (Davy from Watertown's examples were penalty boxes and goal posts shifted to the corner of the end zone)

Mike from Las Vegas, NV

Make the clock count up instead of down. And the clock will not stop when there is an injury or a timeout or a touchdown celebration. That time will be determined separately which no one will know about until the end of the half or game when extended time is announced. And that could change based on the more injuries, timeouts and celebrations. And the game will end when the extended time is up, based on those variables, which no one is really sure about.

Richard from Canton, GA

A kickoff going through the posts is worth points (one, two or even three would be acceptable). Want to rough the passer on a TD? That penalty can be taken on the kickoff and make it possible to score back to back.

Kurt from Sartell, MN

My outlandish change to the NFL is really out there, so stay with me. I would change the length of the season to 16 games, have six seeds from each conference with the top two seeds receiving first-round byes. I know, crazy thought. (Editor's note: The audacity, Kurt!)

Bob from Jensen Beach, FL

End illegal motion. Five down linemen remain in place, but all the others can move anywhere at the same time in the backfield until the ball is snapped. Total chaos and defenses have to guess what's coming.

Karen from South Beloit, IL

Not outlandish, just a perfectly reasonable rule change for kickoffs. Everyone but the kicker, holder, snapper, and returner lies flat on their backs. When the ball is kicked, the ref blows a whistle, and everyone does a kip-up and starts running. Anyone who uses their arms to help themselves up gets their team a 10-yard penalty.

Tom from Rock Hill, SC

A turnover of any kind (downs, fumble, etc.) in the opponent's red zone results in two points for the defending team. Defense deserves reward opportunities besides the rare safety.

Chase from Diamond Springs, CA

OT shifts to a shootout (one attempt to show) with teams alternating choice to go first or second. First team dictates the starting yard line. Second team chooses direction. Teams may choose FG or TD on their turn. Extra point awarded if attempting 10 yards further back than the team that went first. Turnovers generate two points for the team on defense or upgraded to six points if returned for TD. Highest score after four attempts wins. If tied, add two more attempts.

John from Belleview, FL

Get rid of intentional grounding. Allow the QB to get rid of the ball whenever he wants, to protect your marquee player. The QB is the man fans want to see, both in the stadium and on television.

Ethan from Milwaukee, WI

With players calling for all-grass fields, the powers-that-be enact malicious compliance and mandate all fields be 12-inch-deep sand. No more 22 mph speedsters or running backs cutting 90 degrees on a dime, but also no more open field ACL tears. The lateral becomes the only way to truly reverse directions of the ball quickly, and several new types of personal foul arise, including illegal sand-throwing and defensive sand-castling (as a barrier to the run game). The grid-iron becomes the grit-iron.

Randy from Bucksnort, TN

I'd adopt the college overtime rules from about 10 years ago -- before they went to the two-point conversion only. I like each team having the ball and starting from the 25-yard line, although I could see it being moved to the 35 or 40 for the NFL. This way, there are no ties and no time clock running out.

Jim from Pewaukee, WI

Drawing upon the popularity of the World Cup, let's make NFL football closer to Euro futbol. There's a lot of low-hanging fruit here, but if I must choose one: Offsides will be called on any receiver breaking free behind the defense before the ball is thrown. The ball will then be turned over to the team on defense at the point of the offsides foul.

George from North Mankato, MN

My crazy rule change would be when there is a personal foul or player safety foul that results in an injury, the team who loses the use of said player may select a player from the violating team to be out for the same amount of snaps. You are not limited to taking off the offending player; rather you may choose one that you feel will benefit your team the most.

David from Dayton, OH

Let's goooooo! Hear me out, I've been working on a rule change for a couple years now! Make out of bounds mean something like every other sport. Offense runs the ball out of bounds? Turnover to the other team! Defense pushes the ball carrier out of bounds? I don't know, how about taking a point away (better choose wisely when to use it strategically)? This single, small, well-thought-out rule will solve all the Patrick Mahomes-style sideline controversies.

Steve from Santa Rosa Beach, FL (normally from Middletown)

Besides the laser goalposts, movable goalposts. A defensive coach could be in the stands with a remote control. Once the ball is kicked, the coach could move the goalpost up to three yards or so in either direction to try to negate the kick. And vice versa. An offensive coach can move the goalposts three yards or so in either direction to try to make a close kick. GPG!

Brian from Pensacola, FL

Bring overtime back to sudden-death rules, both regular season and playoffs. Change the coin toss to a 100-yard race. Three participants per team going at the same time for a 3-on-3 race, each team outside the hashes. One participant must represent each phase of the game, meaning one offense, one defense and one special teams player. First team to get two members of their three across the line wins the coin toss and can select to kick or receive to begin overtime.

Mark from Ada, OK

A red card-esque dismissal from the game for committing a penalty that knocks a player out of the game. Say you're on defense and you make contact to the head and neck area of a defenseless receiver, and they leave play. You get a "red card" and have to leave the game, without substitution, for the rest of that current drive, 11-on-10 until a score or turnover on downs.

Grant from Grand Forks, ND

My outlandish rule would apply to overtime. Instead of continuing play, each head coach would select three non-kickers to attempt a 20-yard field goal. Like a shootout in hockey. If there is no winner, they keep moving back and three new kickers are selected. Keep this up until a winner is crowned.

Bob from Northfield, MN

I'd downsize the game from four quarters to three periods. The third quarter of a game is when I go to the fridge or do my laundry.

Sam from Odenton, MD

I'd have the NFL follow baseball and soccer and make it so that when someone subs out, they can't sub back in. It would completely change the way game plans are put together.

Tim from Elmhurst, IL

I would like to see a drive clock. Your drive can't be longer than five minutes on the game clock. This would speed up play and create more offense. It would also give teams down by a couple scores in the fourth quarter a chance to catch up.

Josh from Nicaragua

I'd change the point-after-try rules to what they should have done when they made the recent rule change. Instead of trying (and failing) to fix a "meaningless play" by moving the XP kick back to make it harder, they should have moved the ball up to the nose touching the goal line for both one- or two-point tries, adding excitement by increasing the incentive to try for two. Not only would that drastically change the scoring dynamic, but it also would bring back the surprise to the play with fake kicks.

Jim from Escanaba, MI

Unlimited coaches' challenges. The caveat being each unsuccessful challenge results in an ever-increasing delay of game penalty. First unsuccessful challenge is the standard 5-yard delay of game penalty. Second one, 10 yards. Third, 15. And so on. Eliminates the multiple bad calls issue and not being able to challenge a call late in the game. Also reduces the likelihood of just challenging all close calls and giving up a huge chunk of field position.

Marshall from Mesa, AZ

I don't think this is outlandish actually. I would award the kicking team an extra point on the kickoff if the kicker can put it through the uprights. Then the ball is then placed on the 20. The try has to be declared. If he misses – receiving team gets the ball on the 40.

Matt from La Crosse, WI

College OT rules are better, replace onside kicks in the fourth quarter with a fourth-and-25 situation, GPS chip in the ball to make spotting easier, laser goalposts, and eliminate Viking horn noises.

Clay from Avondale, AZ

My rule that will never happen is to make kicking balls 4-6 ounces heavier. Shorter punts and kicks mean more returns. It would also make offenses have to work a little harder to get into field goal range. It's not as exciting as laser goalposts, but if we filled them with some sort of explosive gas, then maybe we could up the fun that way.

Dale from Fenton, MI

Laser yard-markers randomly moving to and fro. End zone and boundary remain fixed. Imagine the drama as a team is in the huddle facing a crucial fourth-and-2, and the line to gain slowly creeps over the ball resulting in a first down!

Mike from Las Vegas, NV

My outlandish rule change would be goalies in the goalposts. Build a platform on top of the cross bar and on field goals and extra points a player gets to stand on the platform and try keep the ball from going through the goalposts.

Marc from Holmen, WI

Relegation and it's not close. What a great way to rid the league of incompetent and irresponsible owners. It would also add some excitement for reams and fans whose team is in the relegation battle. Of course that means adding another football league (Big Ten, SEC?). No downside that I want to see.

Dan from Gastonia, NC

One thing I would change is to eliminate instant replay review of calls. I would change it for two reasons. 1) Life's not fair. Sports are a microcosm of life. Games rarely are determined by officiating. It's hard to teach life to youth through sports when perfection is demanded. 2) It robs people of "what ifs" and the joy they sometimes bring. Had "Rice fumbled" been called correctly and Green Bay didn't win through the Super Bowl (far from a forgone conclusion given the competition that year), Packers fans wouldn't have had the opportunity to chant "Rice fumbled" to Steve Young on national TV after the Packers-Lions game of Nov. 6, 2017. But for "Rice fumbled," we were world champions…

Matt from Keswick, VA

Thank you for Thor annual opportunity. My Keswick rule would be for all kickoffs and punts to first land in the field of play (including end zone). Give the opponent the opportunity to return and require the kicking team to defend. I'm serious about this one. OK, to make it outlandish, for penalty, place the ball at the kicking team's own 1-yard line!

Jim from St Pete Beach, FL

Wes, I can't believe this is even a question when everyone's obvious answer is the introduction of laser goalposts. Don't you think any contrary answer is worth a lifetime ban? (Editor's note: Thank goodness somebody got the answer right).

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