You're probably right. Heart, but also just being in sync/on the same page is really the advantage. MVS, Lazard were open plenty of times, but in those dire split seconds when the play is breaking down, Rodgers has to have a mental picture of where his next reads are going to be...and react accordingly without having to think about what that receiver is trying to do. He trust Cobb. I agree fully, that Cobb doesn't really need to do much after the catch, besides not fumbling. Just catch in tight windows. Make the Defense guard every square yard of the interior middle, short middle, and that opens up Adams and MVS. Cobb will have to be game-planned. Lazard wasn't quite there yet....but probably would achieve that possession receiver status this year (but probably not now that Cobb is back). I also wasn't enthused about this signing, but glad you point out the real upside.

I think many expected Amari Rodgers to be the anointed starter, but has shown to be a great prospect but needs some seasoning . Enter the reliable Cobb to show the kid how its done in the NFL. It will prove to be a great pickup.

If Cobb is used as a piece of the offense, a situational option which plays to his strength of finding the soft spots in coverage, he'll be a boon to the Packers offense.

If he becomes a point of emphasis, I don't see it working out as well. The concern is if AR looks to Cobb as de facto WR2 and feeds him the ball to validate the acquisition instead of a more organic, 'play it as it lies' production of the WR corps.

Just so Cobb doesn't become a second have to "go to man" like Rodgers to often seem to have done with Adams, this should be a great add to the offense in real times of a needed target!

You got it right Cory, Heart was missing from the offense.

What you got wrong is that it needs to come from the WR corps.

It needs to come from the QB, and he hasn't shown it much.

Great physical talent - check.

Great mental understanding of the game - check.

Burning desire to WIN above all else - empty hole.

I'm a sceptic about Cobb. The Packers let him go for a reason and he is now older and slower than when they released him. I doubt Cobb will hurt the team, but I wonder how much he will actually help.

You could have said the same thing about Jordy Nelson. Is it chemistry? Trust? Heart? Maybe. But Cobb can play the slot. And much more. He's the insurance policy. Putting Arron Rodgers in a zone, is what this was all about.

I believe the most likely and best use of Number 18 on the field will be the short down and distance plays, the " third and six " type plays as Cory mentioned that keep the chains moving forward and keep the drives alive.

Cobb clearly has the trust of Aaron Rodgers to find that little patch of the field currently vacant of a defender and " take what the defense gives you ".

If Cobb can also mentor Amari Rodgers , thats' fine too of course and no doubt he can offer tips to some other receivers as well.

Randall Cobb can be a true offensive weapon by helping to keep drives alive and keeping Aaron & the Packer's Offense on the field, their opponent's D on the field and, the opponent's Offense seated on their bench.

If you had asked me about bringing Randal Cobb back in May, after the draft, I'd probably said no BUT it wouldn't have been a slam dunk NO...I've always felt Cobb was a very smart football player who when healthy knew exactly what Rodgers wants and where to be on 3rd and goal from the 8 in the NFCCG for example. There were too many examples of Randal Cobb being clutch in key moments to ignore.

But once things settled down, Rodgers reported, and Amari Rodgers more than showed us during TC and the preseason he'll need time to become what I think he'll become (A great WR in the NFL), I've become ecstatic Randal Cobb is back in GB.

With Cobb back in Green Bay the Packers now have another PROVEN weapon in the Red-Zone and the middle of the field on offense...ESPECIALLY when paired with AR12. Just as important Amari Rodgers doesn't need to be rushed or put in a position he's not ready for. He gets to learn from one of the better slot receivers the Packers have ever had and they have trust and history together. It doesn't get better than that.

At the end of the day the Packers are a better team with Cobb, and they have a happier player at the games most important position. At this time, 8 days before the Packers kick0ff their 2021 season, I could give a flying F*** why and under what circumstances that brought Cobb back to GB. He's back, the Packers are better for it, and I'm going to just enjoy the ride all the way to Los Angeles in February.

It may take a bit to learn Matt’s offense. Remember that Cobb has done his work with Aaron in MM’s system. Who knows if the scramble drills or comeback read his mind kind of plays still exist in Matt and Hackets system anymore? We already have a lot of different type skill wide receivers on the roster anyway. But it seems to me that Cobb just might be what we need right now in the slot and in the classroom.
And besides, he is a Bear Killer.

On what are we basing the notion that Cobb came to Green Bay because he desperately feels that he "has something to prove?"

Does anyone think that maybe a $5.6M contract and a practically guaranteed roster spot have something to do with it?

Cobb is here to give high fives and bro hugs to ARod.

Reads like the second coming, of what is the question.

I'm sure Cobb will have some plays that make the weak-minded or easily impressed go ooh and aah because he catches a pass, but let us remember he was let go for his fall in production, injury concerns. This article reads like Cobb will be the security blanket that is just short of guaranteeing an SB appearance, which he wasn't when the Packers had him at his peak. Sure Rodgers is happy Cobb is back as are some of you, but the moment the seasons' end isn't what is hoped, you'll all start bitching about the move that shouldn't have been allowed to be made.

"What is the one thing that Aaron Rodgers has always wanted? It’s trust, because, remember, Rodgers doesn’t throw it when you’re open, he throws you open.". That comment, if true, is a major reason Aaron Rodgers has led the Pack to just one Super Bowl.

Over at PackerWire, they have "bold predictions", and a couple are about GB's slot receivers: Cobb will get more TD catches than Tonyan and Amari will get fewer than 20 catches in the season. I am not sure I agree with either of these, but you can see their reasoning.

Predictions are difficult, especially about the future, but I'll make one. I expect that Cobb will have a good start to the season while Amari comes on slower, on the field less. In the season's second half, however, I think we'll see Amari time-- he'll have a couple good games that catch opponents by surprise and then become the new weapon makes GB's offense even more dangerous at playoff time.

Really love Cobb and his skill set, just hope after losing a step he can get open and stay healthy. Used to drive me nuts when MM would run him between the tackles as it very seldom was a four yard gain, or longer, and just got him beat up with opportunity for injury. I hope we have seen the last of that.

So would I rather have Cobb or Juju Smith-Schuster - a younger, healthier, faster and more productive player (than Cobb)? Also with a less expensive contract. Cobb is the ex-girlfriend that Dad has brought back - despite the protests from the rest of the family. Yes, it could work - for a while - or not. Also with Cobb I'm checking to see if he sustained an injury after every play - with the Draft Sharks Injury Projector estimating a 95% chance of Cobb being injured this season.

I don't disagree, but he was brought back FOR Rodgers to have a buddy and try to get him a SB win.

I honestly think the team would be better served if he got hurt early and ESB replaced him on the roster.

All the heart and desire in the world cannot fix an aging body.

Then he can be a mentor/coach on the sidelines helping the slot guys and still getting a ring.

With the connection they have, maybe more drives will stay alive as Cobb becomes Rogers' third down conversion machine.

Cobb has always played as if he has something to prove, so that observation doesn't move the needle at all. During his last few years in Green Bay, he was slowing down and was often injured, and now he is two years older than when he left. I've always liked Cobb, so I hope this works out well for him and the team, but I am still skeptical.

I see Cobb.as a.bridge to provide a reliable slot receiver until Amari Rodgers learns.the intricacies of being an NFL receiver. It usually takes at least a year or two for young receivers to understand NFL passing systems. I just hope Cobb stays healthy, considering his age. The Cobb/Rodgers mentor/pupil dynamic makes sense, though.

great conversation and both sides make some good arguements. imo its all about his role and ar if he hasnt alreadxy has that answer. hes to small to be arun down player, most likely its just what many think short to med yardage where ar is confidant in cob to find the open zone and sit in it.