GREEN BAY – John Crockett realized a childhood dream last December when he was promoted to the Packers’ active roster.
In his first appearance against Detroit, the rookie running back helped spark the offense with five second-half carries for 22 yards in a game forever known for its Hail Mary finish.
As sweet as his first NFL sampling tasted, the former North Dakota State standout sleeps no easier this summer. Crockett knows the late-season promotion buys him nothing but a chance to repeat the process.
To stay, he must earn it. Again.
“The overall goal is to show that last year wasn’t a fluke – you can play in this league,” Crockett said.