The last time Davante Adams was called upon to replace Jordy Nelson, things didn’t go so well for him or the Green Bay Packers.
But that was last year. This is now.
The Packers are back in the NFC divisional playoffs, and Adams returns to the spotlight with Nelson’s availability for Sunday’s game against Dallas in doubt following two freshly broken ribs.
Only this time, the third-year receiver out of Fresno State is ready for a starring role.
Until recently, Adams had showed only glimpses of the talent that propelled him to Bulldogs career records for receptions (233) and touchdown catches (38) in just two college seasons.