Packers News: 53-man roster predictions, Oren Burks’ role

GREEN BAY, WI - AUGUST 16: Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers drops back to pass during the first quarter of a preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Lambeau Field on August 16, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
GREEN BAY, WI - AUGUST 16: Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers drops back to pass during the first quarter of a preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Lambeau Field on August 16, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /
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A roundup of the latest Green Bay Packers articles for Tuesday, August 21.

Good morning and welcome to the Packers News Report.

The countdown to the Green Bay Packers’ regular season opener continues. Halfway through preseason, real football begins in just over two weeks. For the Pack, they have to wait just 19 more days before the Chicago Bears visit Lambeau Field.

In today’s report, the latest 53-man roster predictions, analysis of Oren Burks and his role in Green Bay’s defense, and more.

Let’s get started. Here’s a roundup of the latest articles from around the internet.

News and notes from around FanSided

Latest 53-man roster predictions entering third preseason game (Lombardi Ave)

Ahead of Green Bay’s third preseason game, here’s my latest predictions for the 53-man roster. There are a few changes from last week, including the number of quarterbacks kept on the roster, as well as the addition of backup center Dillon Day.

Oren Burks could be vital piece in Green Bay’s defense this season (Lombardi Ave)

Lombardi Ave’s Evan Siegel takes a look at third-round pick Oren Burks, who could play a key role in Mike Pettine’s defense this season.

Three studs and duds from training camp (Dairyland Express – Gage Bridgford)

Gage Bridgford of Dairyland Express looks at three players who have impressed at training camp, and three who have disappointed.

Green Bay Packers 2018 opponent preview: Detroit Lions (NFL Spin Zone – Kyle Hoffenbecker)

Kyle Hoffenbecker of NFL Spin Zone takes a closer look at Green Bay’s division rivals, the Detroit Lions. What can we expect to see from the Lions this season?

More news and notes from around the internet

Packers should consider free agent safety George Iloka (Packers Wire – Joe Kipp)

Retooled Packers bring excitement for possible redemption in 2018 (Acme Packing Company – Peter Bukowski)

Clay Matthews hoping ‘big year’ helps him stay in Green Bay (PackersNews.com – Ryan Wood)

Jamaal Williams says he’ll retaliate for dirty plays by kicking (ESPN – Rob Demovsky)

Packers announce new addition at running back — again (Cheesehead TV – Zachary Jacobson)

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