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Will the Packers add another veteran offensive lineman, or do you think they like what they have?

Time always tells. But in the past, Gutekunst hasn’t been afraid to bring an established vet in. He’s done it with Byron Bell, Jared Veldheer, Rick Wagner, and Dennis Kelly. The fact the Packers didn’t re-sign Kelly or bring in another veteran seems to suggest the team feels Bakhtiari and Jenkins aren’t far away from a return.

Gentlemen, one of the newer rule changes I feel will have a significant impact is the clarification on illegal contact on the quarterback. The rule clarified that contact to the helmet or below the knee has to be with force and not a mere brushing or glancing contact. Do you feel that this will allow the edge rushers a little more freedom to finish their rushes?

I feel like it will allow officials to use more common sense.

So, Wes chose Seattle as a favorite for a game. My wife and I were in Seattle two weeks ago. Absolutely a beautiful city! I drove past CenturyLink, now Lumen Field multiple times. All I could do was picture what happened there in the championship game. I referred to the stadium as the “scene of the crime.” That game is still so painful for me! But we will be moving to Oregon soon and obviously will be attending the game there in 2024. Any tips on how to enjoy it without thinking of that game?

Maybe some seafood and a strong IPA?

Kyle from Wallingford, PA

The Packers can’t afford to give departing interns a football? Inflation is out of control.

Wes Hodkiewicz can’t afford to give departing interns a football. The team gives them a helmet.

Has the point of emphasis identified by the league in training camp ever made it to midseason as a relevant factor?

That’s a good question. Like New Year’s resolutions, they seem good for a month or so and then go by the wayside. Hey, there’s a first for everything, though.

Wes, why is San Jose, one of your favorite NFL cities to visit? Do you have friends in the Silicon Valley? Please don’t get a…