The Green Bay Packers have found themselves in a precarious position heading into the season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles in Brazil. Coach Matt LaFleur initially expressed concerns about relying on rookie kicker Brayden Narveson, whom he had never seen in person in a game. However, after witnessing Narveson’s performance in practice, LaFleur’s confidence seemed to have improved significantly.
Narveson’s first few practices with the Packers proved to be impressive. He made all five kicks during a closed scrimmage, including a 58-yarder in challenging conditions. Subsequently, in another practice session, Narveson went 5-of-6 with the lone miss on a 51-yarder before redeeming himself with a successful 53-yarder. These performances seemed to have alleviated some of LaFleur’s initial concerns about the rookie kicker’s capabilities.
The Packers claimed Narveson off waivers from the Tennessee Titans, making him the sixth kicker on the roster since the previous season. His acquisition came as a replacement for Anders Carlson, who struggled in his rookie season. Despite making an impressive 6 out of 7 field goal attempts during the preseason for the Titans, they decided to go with a veteran kicker instead. This turn of events opened the door for Narveson to join the Packers.
Narveson’s journey to the Green Bay Packers was not straightforward. He revealed that he was expecting to re-sign with the Titans on the practice squad before the Packers extended an offer to him. His perseverance and performance during the preseason games ultimately led to him seizing the opportunity to join the Packers. The rookie kicker expressed his excitement at the prospect of playing for the team and was determined to make a positive impact.
The Green Bay Packers‘ decision to bring in Brayden Narveson as their new kicker seems to be based on his solid performances during practice and preseason games. While there were initial reservations about his lack of experience, Narveson’s strong showing on the field has instilled confidence in the coaching staff. As the team prepares for the season opener, all eyes will be on Narveson to deliver when it matters most.
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