The ceiling is high for what this team can…

With two games left in the season, will we see teams releasing players that could add to our roster? If so, are they on this year’s cap?

Doubtful. The only thing to keep an eye on is which practice-squad veterans are not signed by their current team to futures deals. That’s how the Packers were able to sign Jared Veldheer and Tramon Williams last year. To the best of my knowledge, I don’t think the NFL closed that loophole.

Besides wins, what do you want to see out of this team as they ramp up for the playoffs? What can they do over the next two weeks for the Insiders to feel like we’re ready to win that trophy?

Nah, that’s you guys. I don’t care about style points. Aaron Jones could rush for 300 yards Sunday. What does that have to do with playing Tampa Bay in January? You ask what gives me confidence this team can win a trophy? They’ve won 12 of their first 15 despite not having a Hall of Fame left tackle and their two best defensive players.

Joe from Ormond Beach, FL

In most years, having a bye is beneficial if you’re playing well. Since the Packers are having challenges in several areas, and definitely not hot, maybe it would be beneficial getting the second seed and building momentum. Thoughts?

Definitely not hot? They’ve won four games in a row. Doubtless there is no scenario in which a first-round bye wouldn’t benefit this team. If the week of rest isn’t enough to entice you, then Aaron Rodgers’ toe should do the trick. The guy could very well be the NFL MVP for the second year in a row.

Matt from Kolesin, Poland

Hi! On Wednesday Mike wrote: “…following close wins over Philly, Detroit and Carolina” – we won those by: 14, 7, 8 points. Yeah, we felt like we underperformed then, but if those were close games how should we call the last ones? Two last games of 2020 season were very good. We were sure we approached playoffs in good, if not optimal, shape. I hope we get these vibes against Vikings and Lions.

Maybe I’m looking at the glass half full, but my two cents are the recent close wins should put some fire in the Packers’ bellies. If style points really are necessary, these next two opponents should provide that “momentum” Joe seeks.

Are Aaron and Davante Adams the Godfathers of the back-shoulder throw? It wasn’t too long ago it was called a poorly thrown ball the receiver came back and caught.

If we’re throwing out the term “Godfather,” then I think it has to be Rodgers and Jordy Nelson. Those two perfected it when Adams was still a young player. So, maybe they’re the “Godfather II”? The sequel that was even better than the first Academy Award winner.

Wes, a number of very good Packers receivers have gone to other teams and not distinguished themselves. Would “17” be successful with a quarterback other than “12”?

Without question. Adams has had big games without Rodgers during his career. When paired with the right QB, Adams would put up monster numbers in most NFL cities.

Thanks guys for all your help and sharing your knowledge. My question is do we have a backup punter? If so, who is it? We’ve been up to some very, very cold games so we understand what the weather will be like this weekend. So, stay warm.

Mason Crosby filled in when JK Scott tweaked his leg during the preseason, but the Packers will have a more concrete plan for Sunday. Corey Bojorquez reportedly could be cleared in time, too. It’s something to monitor this week.