Most important things said by Packers GM at annual league meeting
The important things from Packers GM Brian Gutekunst at the Annual League Meeting in Phoenix.
Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst answered questions for roughly 16 minutes at the NFL Annual League Meeting on Monday in Phoenix. Gutekunst touched on new players added during free agency, players re-signed, the backup quarterback spot and Micah Parsons' recovery. Some of the most important things said by Gutekunst on Monday: -- On linebacker Zaire Franklin: Said the Packers tried to acquire him before he was a full-time player in Indianapolis.
Wanted an "answer" at middle linebacker once they knew it would be hard to keep Quay Walker. Excited to have his experience and leadership in Green Bay. "Been a really good player for a long time.
" -- On consulting with Jonathan Gannon on Franklin and Javon Hargrave, his former players: "Of course. All that stuff is really valuable. " Gannon was with Franklin in Indianapolis and Hargrave in Philadelphia.
-- On adding Hargrave: "He's been an exceptional player in his career. " Can stop the run and rush the passer. "He's a complete player.