‘BIG ENERGY,’ DEMANDS RODGERS

Green Bay quarterback wants organization to 'make a big swing' for a veteran wide receiver

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers wants his team to "make a big swing" for a veteran wide receiver, according to a report from ESPN's Adam Schefter. Rodgers reportedly believes that the Packers need to add a proven pass-catcher to their offense in order to compete for a Super Bowl in 2023.

The Packers have been linked to a number of veteran wide receivers in recent weeks, including Odell Beckham Jr., Allen Lazard, and Sammy Watkins. Beckham Jr. is a three-time Pro Bowler who has spent the last two seasons with the Los Angeles Rams. Lazard is a restricted free agent who has been with the Packers since 2018. Watkins is a two-time Pro Bowler who has spent the last two seasons with the Baltimore Ravens.

It is unclear if the Packers will be able to acquire a veteran wide receiver before the start of the 2023 season. However, Rodgers' comments make it clear that he believes that the team needs to make a move in order to contend for a championship.

Rodgers' comments come as the Packers prepare for the 2023 NFL Draft

The Packers have the No. 15 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. They could use that pick to select a wide receiver, but they could also trade down and acquire more picks.

If the Packers do trade down, they could target a wide receiver in the second or third round. Some potential targets include Jaxon Smith-Njigba from Ohio State, Jordan Addison from USC, and Kayshon Boutte from LSU.

The Packers have a number of needs on their roster, but adding a veteran wide receiver would be a major boost to their offense. Rodgers is one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL, but he needs weapons to work with. A veteran wide receiver would give Rodgers a reliable target and help the Packers compete for a Super Bowl in 2023.