Jonathan from Muenster, Germany

I am really happy to see the NFL finally going with the times and starting to replace the chain with modern technology. One step closer to laser goalposts.

Kyle from Raleigh, NC, brought up the rugby goalposts in the Olympics lighting up when the ball is kicked through the uprights. I've had zero time to watch any Olympics, but now I might have to catch a scrum.

Bill from New Berlin, WI

What are your thoughts on the white helmets?

I like them as a changeup, but once a year is fine. I'm even more intrigued to see if the Lambeau fans that day can truly pull off a whiteout. That'll require a lot of green jerseys being left in closets.

Ron from Mitchell, SD

Just saw Jordy Nelson's interview at training camp with the NFL Network. Jordy looks ageless and appears that he could suit up today and still be relevant!

I say the same thing about Jordy every time I see him: He looks like he could still play.

Matthew from Bolingbrook, IL

Who will be the odd man out at receiver on this training camp roster?

Too early to say, but if last year was any indication, a receiver that starts the season on the practice squad very well could be contributing in games by year's end.

Craig from Milwaukee, WI

Sounds like this defense may be better this season, positives coming out so far. Thoughts?

I expect to feel better about the defense as the season goes along. But there's no telling until the games begin, and adjustments are made, then counterpunches are thrown, followed by counters to the counterpunches … you get the idea.

Tom from Two Rivers, WI

I can't recall which defensive coach said it, but the gist of it was, the only stat that matters is points allowed. I'm a baseball guy, I relate from a pitcher's perspective. How many runs do you actually give up every nine innings? We'd all love a cleanly pitched game, so too a snappy defense that gives up less than 275 yards a game. But in the end, does any of that matter? Isn't winning the only thing, and the point of defense to deny as many points as possible to give you that best chance?

Of course, but a bullpen can have great overall numbers while giving up too many eighth- and ninth-inning rallies in close games. A defense has to perform in crunch time or the rest doesn't matter much.

Jeffery from Brooklyn, WI

Why does Rashan Gary get passed over by every top 10 list as a pass rusher?

Probably because he's never had a double-digit sack season nor made the Pro Bowl. Not saying that's right, but those must be the reasons. He was on his way to doing both in '22 before the knee injury.

Sarah from Neenah, WI

What opposing team do you think will be the most difficult this season?

Well, the Packers will face six teams that made the playoffs last season, so there are plenty from which to choose. I personally think the Packers-Lions showdowns will be two of the biggest games, not just for the teams themselves, but in the league as a whole.

Bob from Windsor, WI

What has been your favorite home opener?

Too many good games in my time here to pick just one. Eagles in '07, Bears in '09, Saints in '11, Jets in '14, Seahawks in '17, Bears in '18, Saints last year. All had their charms.

Aaron from Fort Wayne, IN

In terms of "Moneyball" stats for football, I'd submit that positive turnover ratio would be the closest stat to on-base percentage. Not every player is responsible for handling the football on the offense so it's not a perfect 1-to-1, but extra possessions are a huge factor for success. This got me thinking about the Favre/Rodgers turnover comparison. Was Favre an outlier even during his time for turnovers? If less of an outlier, when did the emphasis on protecting the football change?

That's an interesting question and difficult to pinpoint, but there are statistical signs it started to change during Favre's prime. This isn't a be-all, end-all analysis, but in Favre's first MVP year of '95, there were just five QBs with double-digit starts and fewer than double-digit interceptions (Aikman, O'Donnell, Harbaugh, Brunell, Hostetler). His second MVP year of '96 there were just three (Marino, Collins, Young). By his third MVP year of '97, the number jumped to nine, more than the previous two years combined (George, Brunell, Young, O'Donnell, Chandler, Blake, Harbaugh, Grbac, Kanell). I don't think it was taking hold back then necessarily in the same way it has now, but the worm perhaps was starting to turn.

Doug from Neenah, WI

Now that there's no true fullback on the roster, is it more likely to carry an extra tight end or running back?

Maybe. I could see that extra spot being used just about anywhere, though.

Dylan from Cary, NC

Have any players, Packers or otherwise, committed to wearing a guardian cap during a game?

Not that I've heard.

Rob from Hartland, WI

Is there a scenario where the new kickoffs have such major unintended consequences that the NFL would scrap the idea for the regular season? If games average greater than one return for touchdown throughout the preseason would that be cause for action?

That's a pretty wild hypothetical. I do think the rules are going to evolve, as Rich Bisaccia said the other day. After the preseason, there could be a list of adjustments to the rules as the league figures this out, and then there might be more changes before next season. The NFL wants a kickoff play but doesn't want one with a high injury risk/rate. It could take some time to get it right.

Steve from Bloomington, IL

Regarding the new kickoff rules, AR was notorious for getting "free plays" with his hard count. Baseball outfielders have used "fake catches" to get baserunners to leave early and then have to re-tag. Wondering if the kick returner could use a "fake catch" to get the defense to leave early and as a result get a "free play" out of the return.

I don't know why anyone would move if they don't actually see the ball.

A.C. from Jasper, MO

So if you have to announce that you are attempting an onside kick can you fake it and try to pin the opposing team inside the 10-yard line?

No.

Brendan from Warren, MI

I know there have been a lot of names getting thrown around, but I was hoping you could give an update on our depth up front is looking defensively. How does Kingsley Enagbare look coming off of the injury? Is Karl Brooks poised for a second-year leap? Lukas Van Ness a breakout candidate?

By my observations, all those guys are showing up regularly. I really like what the Packers are building in terms of depth up front on both the edges and interior on defense. Enagbare looks no worse for wear health-wise, Brooks is proving his four sacks as a rookie sixth-rounder were no fluke, and Van Ness definitely has a chance to bust out even if he's not a full-time player yet.

Paul from Cottage Grove, WI

Over the last couple of years it seems that the Packers' season gets derailed when a key person is injured. (Bak in the NFC Championship Game against Tampa for example). I was surprised they picked at OL in the first round this year but now it makes sense. Do you think Gutey and the coaches have done enough this year that if one key person goes down, excluding Jordan Love, the Packers can chug along without missing a beat?

Time will tell. Front-line players earn those jobs for a reason. The key is if they do miss time, are their replacements young, up-and-coming players with room to grow and improve, or stopgaps who can only take you so far. The way this roster is built, the Packers have more of the former than the latter, which quite frankly is rare. But those arrow-pointing-up guys still have to prove themselves if/when the opportunity arises.

Mike from Granite City, IL

My question is about Edgerrin Cooper, and for that matter the LBs in general. I keep reading he is getting more snaps with the first string. But how is he earning that? Demonstrating assignment sureness? Making plays? Or is there something else? For sure there is no mention of plays he or any of the LBs have made. I don't see them in any video I have seen, or haven't heard them mentioned from what I read. All I read and hear is they are doing great. Am I not reading the right stuff?

All we see with the linebackers at this stage is whether they're around the ball and in position, because they're not tackling. That said, Cooper's speed is undeniable when he's out there. It truly is different. Unfortunately, he's now sidelined by a hip injury. Hopefully he's not out long because every rep he can get rotating in with the first-team defense is valuable.

Rich from Mifflinburg, PA

Mike, on Wednesday you made the statement in regards to the kicking competition that the ball just doesn't come off the foot the same. Can you expand on that a little? Not asking you to judge better or worse, or who's winning, just what's the difference?

The ball just appears to jump off Greg Joseph's foot more. I don't think there's a leg strength issue with Anders Carlson by any means, and I can't speak to whether there's any relation to accuracy or not. I'll just say many of Joseph's field goals appear to be traveling farther than Carlson's thus far in camp, and Thursday he took the statistical lead.

Ben from McFarland, WI

Good morning! Thinking back on our previous QB1, I recall that he would move up in the pocket when pressured or looking for a second or third option on a pass, more often than not. It seems to me that Love is more apt to drop further back. He has the arm strength to do it, and has been successful, but it does increase the loss when he is sacked. Are my observations generally accurate, and is that something the team is working on? Or are they fine with it?

The QB's job is to give himself a throwing lane, and it's not as easy to say he should just step up in the pocket if that means he might get swallowed by the rush closing in. If a QB steps up, either the ball has to come out right away, or he must have a lateral escape lane. If that's not there, then fading back is another way to buy time.

Tom from Iron River, WI

Biggest training camp surprise?

Jordan Morgan's rapid assimilation to playing guard. It can't be easy after a long college career at left tackle, but Morgan has settled in there nicely and put himself in position to earn a starting job as a rookie.

Scott from Noblesville, IN

Anyone else immediately think of Harry Doyle's "this guy threw at his own kid in a father-son game!" quote when reading about one of Da Bears hitting his own QB? You keep us entertained II and is much appreciated.

Thanks for the "Major League" reference. I needed that.

Sheila from Denver, CO

Will the three amigos be coming to Denver for the co-practice and preseason game?

Indubitably.

Jared from Max Meadows, VA

What does Jordan Love do for fun?

Throw touchdown passes? Happy Friday.