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Packers Walking Into Stronger NFC North

Published by on May 7, 2009
Article Source: Bleacher Report - NFL

Green Bay hasn't just sat by and stood pat, well, at least not through the draft.

After watching the Bears trade for Jay Cutler, and other teams sign marquee free agents, the Packers made their splash in the draft.

The biggest move, though, was made months prior, and it didn't have anything to do with acquiring new players.

It was all about philosophy and approach.

Ted Thompson brought in defense guru Dom Capers, which propelled the Packers to make the transition to a 3-4 defense.

Once beginning the installation, the Packers set out in the draft to get at least two players who could come in and have an immediate impact.

After grabbing B.J. Raji with the ninth overall pi...

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