GREEN BAY – With the NFL Scouting Combine two weeks away, here is a brief look at some of the key dates the Packers are approaching on the offseason calendar.
Feb. 20: First day for clubs to designate franchise or transition players.
The Packers have nine unrestricted free agents, including safety Morgan Burnett, right guard Jahri Evans and cornerback Davon House. They haven’t used the franchise tag since 2010 (Ryan Pickett). The last player to receive the transition tag was Bubba Franks in 2005.
Feb. 27-March 5: NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, Ind.