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Michael from Burnsville, MN

Year over year, we haven't made too many significant transactions that drastically change the personnel on our team. What changes have been made or what players have we seen make strides to help us realistically expect to be a Super Bowl contender because it's clear we haven't been able to get over that hump for some time.

As I've said many times, the Packers weren't lacking anything last year. They had everything they needed, except probably their All-Pro left tackle for the playoffs. They just didn't win a game that was there for the taking. It was very different from the NFC runner-up finishes in '16 and '19. They aren't all the same. But to answer your question, the changes are as follows: new defensive and special teams coordinators, two starters on the offensive line, two slot receivers, No. 2 running back, inside linebacker, fourth cornerback, punter, returners. Important returning players who, in my view, haven't yet reached a professional peak would include Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Allen Lazard, Dillon, Josiah Deguara, Rashan Gary, Kingsley Keke, Darnell Savage and Krys Barnes.

Douglas from Bemidji, MN

To Jeff from Eveleth, MN's question about hard coaching, in my experience you have to know your players and know how they respond to different styles of coaching. Some guys need hard coaching, some need more encouragement. It's all about finding the best way to get the most out of your player.

That's the definition of the job.

Lee from Conifer, CO

Hi Spod/Hoff. Sorry I, never really know who's writing what and when. How much of Marcedes Lewis' signing had to do with the Packers realizing there would be a big change in the O-line?

I don't think it mattered at all. Even if the Packers were bringing back their entire starting line and David Bakhtiari weren't injured, I think they'd have re-signed Lewis for his leadership and locker room presence, along with what he brings to the running game and the occasional pass-catching opportunity.

Dan from Cromwell, CT

Marcedes Lewis is as old-school as they come. I love it.

How can you not?

Kevin from Janesville, WI

Good afternoon Insiders! I'm not much of a researcher, and sorry Wes this one might be more up Spoff's alley but I can't remember the last time we signed a RB to a sizeable second contract like AJ33. There hasn't been much discussion about him lately, but the fact that Gute spent what he did to bring 33 back should give us an idea of how important he'll be to what might be our last best chance to go the distance. Here's hoping 33 and 28 can hold up in pass pro and keep this offense moving!

James Starks got a minor second contract from the Packers, but nothing on the level of Aaron Jones. The last comparable one was Ahman Green, who played one year with the Packers in 2000 (his third year in the league) before getting a substantial new deal.

Albert from Crystal Falls, MI

Is Joe Barry going to be on the sidelines during games? If so, who will he have in the press box for his eyes above the field?

Barry will be on the sideline. The defensive coaches in the box will be Ryan Downard (assistant DBs), along with Wendel Davis and Justin Hood (quality control).

Tom from Walker, MI

What is the biggest key to look for that indicates improvement on defense?

For me, it'll be can it force the offense into mistakes that generate more turnovers. I think that's what LaFleur is after. I think he wants to pick spots to push the issue. Only six teams last year generated fewer than Green Bay's 18 takeaways.

Tim from Champaign, IL

I would respectfully disagree with Spoff's claim, in his reply to Bob from Grand Rapids, MI, that the O-line is the biggest unknown on this team. I would contend that it is Joe Barry – his system, his philosophy, and his play-calling. As expected, the team took great care not to tip any of this off during the preseason. The reveal should be fascinating.

As I've said all along, I don't think the change will be anything overly significant schematically. The curiosity for me is situationally.

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