The Green Bay Packers shocked their own fanbase and NFL analysts in general last offseason when they signed free agent running back Josh Jacobs to a four-year contract. Typically not ones to make huge plays in free agency, the fact that Green Bay went out and signed one of the best running backs on the market was a welcomed development by fans, but it did come at a cost.
Soon after the news broke that Jacobs was joining the Packers, more reports were released that stated that Green Bay was releasing Aaron Jones, the franchise’s third all-time leading rusher.
It was understandable, of course, from the Packers’ perspective. Jacobs is younger and has the ability to carry a heavier workload than Jones. Still, it was difficult to see one of the best running backs in franchise history leave, especially since he signed with the Minnesota Vikings shortly after.
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