Man, you gotta feel for J. Michael Sturdivant. Just when he was showing us some real flash in Preseason Week 2, he went down with an injury on a play where he really showed off his route running skills. That’s a gut punch, for sure, especially in a preseason where every snap matters so much.
Sturdivant’s Explosive Start Cut Short
In Week 1, Sturdivant was all about the go routes, just pure explosion and speed on full display. We knew he had wheels, right? But Week 2? That’s where we started seeing something more, a glimpse of a complete game. He was dropping some good, sharp breaks on shorter routes. Think about it: threaten with that insane speed, then snap off a route. That’s how you burn defenders.
We saw him attack the outside shoulder of a defender, then snap back inside. It was a beautiful move! But here’s the kicker, the absolute worst part: that was the play he got injured on. Brutal. That cut his snaps short in Week 2, a real shame when you’re trying to prove yourself. On the bright side, we did see his blocking process look much better than what we previously saw in Week 1, where he was a bit tentative. Still, this injury? It changes the whole vibe.
Neyor’s Versatility Becomes Crucial
Now, let’s pivot to Isaiah Neyor, because his performance this week just got a whole lot more important. Remember Week 1? Neyor was your classic possession receiver, keeping things close to the line. And yeah, he’s got that 4.4 40-yard dash speed, but we didn’t really get to see him open it up. This week was different. He actually got a few snaps running deep, and while it might not have looked quite as explosive as Sturdivant’s bursts, his speed was definitely on display more. Plus, he’s got a solid knack for stacking the corner when he gets over the top, which is a big deal.
One thing that bothered me in Week 1 was Neyor’s blocking; it was a lot of wrapping arms around guys. But this week? We saw some legit improvement in his form. He shows the willingness and the understanding of where to be. In the shorter areas, he’s got this really nice snap at the top of his routes, creating that vital separation. And get this: Week 1 he was primarily outside, but this week we saw him in the slot a bit more, and he looked good there! If he keeps improving that blocking form, working out of the slot could be his bread and butter. He didn’t drop a ton of “flashes” this week, but he’s continually showing off a well-rounded skillset.
What’s Next for Green Bay’s Wideouts?
With Sturdivant going down like that, the spotlight just intensified on guys like Neyor. Preseason is all about showing what you can do, and making a case for your spot on the roster. Neyor’s versatility, his ability to play outside, in the slot, and even show improvement in blocking, is now more critical than ever. You gotta wonder who else is gonna step up in the receiving corps next week. It’s a huge opportunity, and everyone in Green Bay is going to be watching who grabs it.
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Originally reported by Acme Packing Company.
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