Green Bay Packers – Baltimore Ravens Running Back News Floors Fans
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur reacts during the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium.
The Green Bay Packers and Baltimore Ravens both hope to compete for a championship in 2024. Each team feels as though they have what it takes or are on the brink of what it takes to get to that point.
However, both teams may look drastically different in 2024. For the Packers, most of those differences are likely to come on defense, however, the running back position may be one of the only offensive positions that looks drastically different. A report surfaced this week that highlighted how different it may actually look.
The Green Bay Packers Are Being Linked To Long Time Baltimore Ravens Running Back
Aug 28, 2021; Landover, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins (27) carries the ball against the Washington Football Team at FedExField.
Landover, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens running back J.K. Dobbins (27) carries the ball against the Washington Football Team at FedExField.
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Alex May of Bleacher Report highlighted why J.K. Dobbins joining the Packers would be beneficial:
“J.K. Dobbins has displayed Pro Bowl potential when healthy, but injuries have been the unfortunate story of his career. After missing the entire 2021 season and playing just one game in 2023, Dobbins has logged only 24 NFL appearances since being drafted in the second round in 2020.
“Projected to earn just a shade over $2 million on his next contract, Dobbins will likely need to accept a “prove it” style deal from a team betting on his health. The Green Bay Packers could be the spot for Dobbins to rehabilitate his career, allowing him to back up Aaron Jones.”
Would The Packers Target A Running Back Like JK Dobbins In Free Agency?
Jan 14, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones (33) rushes against Dallas Cowboys safety Markquese Bell (14) during the first quarter of their wild card playoff game Sunday, January 14, 2024 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Wm. Glasheen-USA TODAY SportsJan 14, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones (33) rushes against Dallas Cowboys safety Markquese Bell (14) during the first quarter of their wild card playoff game Sunday, January 14, 2024 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Jan 14, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones (33) rushes against Dallas Cowboys safety Markquese Bell (14) during the first quarter of their wild card playoff game Sunday, January 14, 2024 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
During the Packers’ two playoff games in 2023, Jones averaged 116.8 yards per game, including two touchdowns. By doing so, he may have reminded fans and the front office how important he is to the team. While they are likely to draft at least one running back in 2024, they certainly want Jones back for 2024.
By pairing Dobbins and Jones, at least one healthy RB1 would be available every week.
Last year, Jones experienced some redemption from his injuries in the latter half of the year. Jones might be able to motivate Dobbins to do the same.
