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sports2 years ago

Packers vs. Rams: Injury Report and Predictions for Week 9

The Green Bay Packers listed safety Rudy Ford and linebacker Quay Walker as questionable on the final injury report before their Week 9 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. Ford's calf injury could potentially keep him out of the game, leaving the Packers with limited options at safety. Walker's groin tightness will be evaluated on Sunday. The Packers also provided updates on other players, including RB Aaron Jones, CB Jaire Alexander, LG Elgton Jenkins, LT Yosh Nijman, and TE Luke Musgrave. The Rams ruled out two players and listed five others as questionable, including QB Matthew Stafford.

sports2 years ago

Rudy Ford's Strong Finish in Packers' Safety Competition

As the Green Bay Packers' training camp nears its end, Rudy Ford is back working alongside Darnell Savage as the starting safety in the team's secondary. Head Coach Matt LaFleur praised Ford for his physicality and communication skills during camp. Ford, who signed with the Packers last year, aims to contribute on defense and has shown promise with six starts and three interceptions in the previous season. The Packers expect to finalize their safety rotation and set their depth chart for the regular-season opener against the Chicago Bears.

sports2 years ago

Packers' Safety Competition: Uncertainty and Inexperience, but Confidence and Consistency Sought

The Green Bay Packers are pleased with the competition for their starting safety position, with only one player in the room having played a significant number of snaps. While Darnell Savage is expected to fill one spot, the other is up for grabs between Rudy Ford, Tarvarius Moore, and newly signed Jonathan Owens. The Packers are looking for a two-way safety who can cover and tackle, and the competition could last until the start of the regular season.

sports2 years ago

Packers bolster secondary with one-year deal for safety Tarvarius Moore.

The Green Bay Packers have re-signed safety Rudy Ford with a one-year, $2.5 million deal. Ford played in all 17 games last season, starting six and posting three interceptions. He was signed to provide help on special teams but emerged as a capable starting option for Joe Barry midway through the season. The Packers signed Tarvarius Moore on Thursday and re-signed Ford a day later, providing some stability at the safety position.

sports2 years ago

Packers secure defensive backfield with re-signing and new addition.

Safety Rudy Ford has re-signed with the Green Bay Packers on a one-year deal worth up to $2.5 million, while the details of former San Francisco 49ers safety Tarvarius Moore's contract are unknown. Ford played more defensive snaps last year than expected and may end up starting on defense this year. The Packers have built up depth in their safety unit with the additions of Ford and Moore, as well as the return of Tariq Carpenter and Innis Gaines.