3 quotes from Packers players that will fire up the fans ahead of Week 1

The Green Bay Packers embark on a new journey at Soldier Field, home to many great memories from the Aaron Rodgers era.

Jordan Love could be without his top two wide receivers against the Chicago Bears, making his second career start all the more challenging. The Packers will need their young offense to make plays and the defense to lead the way to secure victory in Week 1.

Ahead of Sunday's season-opening matchup with the Bears, Packers players have been speaking to reporters, and some of their quotes will fire up the fans.

AJ Dillon believes Jordan Love is going to 'shock some people'

Running back AJ Dillon is a fan favorite. Not only is he an excellent player who gives his all for the team, but Dillon is also a great teammate. He was asked about his confidence in Jordan Love.

"He's going to shock some people if they're not already on board. I'm fired up for him," said Dillon. "This is my guy. He's QB1. As much trust as you can possibly put in a person, I got him."

"I'm just excited for him to finally get that first game. QB1. Go out there, ball out, like we all know he's going to do."

Dillon has full confidence in the Packers' new starting quarterback, and he isn't alone. We have heard similar comments all summer from Love's teammates. Whether the Packers win or lose, the team is right behind Love.

Packers receiver Jayden Reed is no longer a Bears fan

Rookie receiver Jayden Reed is set to play a key role for the Packers this season, and he could see an increase in targets if Christian Watson and Romeo Doubs miss Sunday's game.

Reed's NFL debut comes against the team he grew up rooting for. But make no mistake about it: his Bears fandom is a thing of the past.

"I've flipped the script already. I'm a Packer now. It's the Packers versus the Bears. I'm no longer a Bears fan. I'm a Packers player, and I'm just ready to go out there and compete," said Reed.

Reed has star potential and will play a significant role in the slot. Hopefully, he can make an immediate impact in his NFL debut against the Bears.

AJ Dillon reacts to Packers Jonathan Taylor trade rumors

Dillon was asked about the Packers' Jonathan Taylor trade rumors, and he had a great response.

"I don't know necessarily what the truth to that is...but all that outside stuff, that doesn't bother me. I'm here right now. I'm suiting up. I'm wearing 28 for the Green Bay Packers, so I'm fired up to get it going Week 1," said Dillon, per The Athletic's Matt Schneidman.

He's right. It's not Dillon's job to worry about those things. He isn't the one making calls to the Indianapolis Colts. He has no control over that.

What Dillon can control is his performance on the field. He loves playing for the Packers and is fully focused on beating the Bears in Week 1.

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