GREEN BAY, Wis. – The Green Bay Packers haven’t had a linebacker capable of playing consistently winning coverage in years. That’s why former defensive coordinator Mike Pettine relied so heavily on six-defensive-back packages.
Maybe the addition of De’Vondre Campbell will be the solution.
The Packers signed Campbell, a fourth-round pick in 2016 and 70-game starter in five NFL seasons, last week to add a versatile veteran presence to a position group led by second-year players Krys Barnes and Kamal Martin.
“Really good signing,” a scouting director said. “Athletic, can cover. Little weak in the run game but good value.