Matt LaFleur and the Green Bay Packers have started off the 2025 NFL season. With training camp underway, the pursuit of a Super Bowl run has begun.

Over the last two years since Jordan Love took over as the team’s starting quarterback, the Packers have made the playoffs in both seasons. However, they have been unable to make enough plays to get to the NFC Championship Game.

Looking at the roster, Green Bay should be a contender once again this season. A lot of their success or lack thereof will depend on the growth and development of Love.

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Head coach Matt LaFleur of the Green Bay Packers looks on prior to the game against the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field on September 18, 2022 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Head coach Matt LaFleur of the Green Bay Packers looks on prior to the game against the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field on September 18, 2022 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
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While Love needs to take a step forward, there are two question marks on the defensive side of the football that could become a concern during the season.

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One of those concerns comes at the cornerback position. Following Jaire Alexander’s departure, the Packers could use more help in the secondary. The other is pass rushing, which Green Bay chose not to address with a veteran and instead brought in two rookie options.

At cornerback, the Packers have made the move to transition Bo Melton from wide receiver to cornerback. That could pay off, but it would be very risky to expect him to play a key role in his first year as a defensive back.

Keeping that in mind, Green Bay should strongly consider pursuing five-time Pro Bowl free agent cornerback Stephon Gilmore.

Gilmore still being available in free agency this late is a major surprise. He has been a longtime star in the NFL, but has yet to be signed. The Packers should bring him onboard.

Last season with the NFC North division rival Minnesota Vikings, Gilmore was a big part of Brian Flores’ defense. He played in 15 games, racking up 56 total tackles to go along with an interception and nine defended passes.

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Heading into the 2025 campaign, Gilmore is 34 years old and will turn 35 on September 19. He may not be the superstar that he once was, but he’s still more than capable of being an impact player.

Green Bay needs more help and consistency at the cornerback position. Gilmore could bring just that and his game is a good fit within second-year defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley’s defensive system.

It’s possible that the Packers are comfortable with their current situation in the secondary. But, if general manager Brian Gutekunst is open to making a move, he should look no further than Gilmore.

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