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Rodgers, Packers And NFL Face New Challenges With On-Field Microphones

Jan 18, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) looks to throw the ball against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter in the NFC Championship Game at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Every team in the NFL, including the Green Bay Packers, has had to make adjustments to its play-calling practices as on-field technology and game coverage has progressed. There are now microphones on guards as well as lower cameras and more powerful field mikes that can record pre-snap signals, and not everyone is a fan of the increased access to on-field communication.