JJ McCarthy’s Minnesota debut showed early nerves but a late surge, hinting at a rookie’s processing speed issues yet a floor that should steady as he adjusts. Justin Jefferson remains the anchor, but the overall passing game pooled in efficiency, elevating the importance of the run game and Carolina-esque Bears’ resistance. Jordan Mason surged as the lead back in Green Bay’s backfield mix, while Aaron Jones soaked up a late score.

DJ Moore and Romeo Doubs battled for targets in a Bears-Rams thriller feel, with Doubs snagging a late TD but Moore’s volume still in question. Addison’s absence from preseason carries echoed into the matchup, while Ben Johnson and Kevin O’Connell’s schemes left fantasy managers weighing volatility against upside. Mason’s breakout pits him as a must-start in the near term, with Jefferson and Hawkinson offering safer floors when the game script tilts Minnesota’s way.

Two tight ends on the field is no longer a novelty in Green Bay. The Packers showcased a tandem that blends inline blocking with vertical juice, signaling a shift toward big-personnel looks that stress defenses. Luke Musgrave’s deep-threat potential pairs with Tucker Craft’s power and hands, creating matchup headaches for nickel and dime defenses. Jordan Love benefits from a more versatile offense, with 12 personnel generating run-punishing looks and play-action opportunities that can open up downfield shots.

In practice, Green Bay leans into a repeatable identity: heavy sets, patient progressions, and a red-zone threat in Musgrave, complemented by Golden’s speed and Doubs’ red-zone savvy. With receivers banged up, the two-tight-end package becomes a lifeline, giving Love clearer paths to execute on early downs and keep defenses honest against the run. The bigger question is how quickly the line stabilizes with Banks and Morgan shifting to protect the QB while the young tight ends grow into full-time roles.

Luke Musgrave owned the day for Green Bay, pulling in a flurry of passes and hauling in an impressive 100-yard day on roughly five receptions. Malik Willis flashed improvability, showing off arm strength and ad-lib ability that drew eyes during 11-on-11 and the two-minute drills. Jackson Smith‑Njigba repeatedly pierced the Packers’ defense, tallying multiple big gains and a handful of touchdowns through red-zone and boundary work. Romeo Doubs and Jaden Reed also shined, highlighting Green Bay’s receiving depth as Elton Jenkins and Aaron Banks watched from the sideline amid early-injury chatter. Keisean Nixon’s return experience looked solid on kick and punt duties, while a couple of mid-practice scuffles underscored the day’s intensity.

Green Bay’s roster depth navigation dominates this episode, with fantasy angles at the center. Bo Melton’s switch to corner adds an intriguing depth piece at a critical position, while Marshon Lloyd’s health and explosiveness could tilt late-season usage if he stays on the field. Carrington Valentine and Nate Hobbs provide options in the slot and on the outside, but the room remains a mixed bag of upside and risk as training camp chatter lingers about depth. The front four—Van Ness, Clark, Wyatt, and Rashan Gary—could ease corner concerns by pressuring without heavy blitzes, letting Green Bay lean on a sound run defense and a versatile secondary. For fantasy managers, Love’s development behind a deep, cohesive offensive line and a weapon-rich receiver corps (Doubs, Watson) offers upside in tournament formats, especially if Lloyd or Melton carve out big-play chances when called upon.

Health drives the storylines next. If Xavier McKinny’s status lingers, the Packers need their depth to hold, making veteran options like Steph Gilmore or Asante Samuel Jr. potential buy-low defenders in DFS formats. The episode also flags Marshon Lloyd as a real tease—athleticism to turn a handful of touches into game-changing plays, should he remain on the field. Finally, a look at the QB room underscores that a fourth signal-caller would only matter to fantasy if the team’s protection holds and the offense sustains drives, keeping Jordan Love as the primary fantasy lever in a system designed to adapt around personnel excellence.