Where Will Greg Jennings Play in 2013?
Added on Jan 29, 2013 by Scott in
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Packers soon-to-be free agent wide receiver Greg Jennings appears to be planning an exit strategy. The two-time Pro Bowler recently put his Green Bay home on the market, which is normally a sign that a change of address is in order. Jennings, 29, posted the worst numbers of his career in 2012 due in large to nagging injuries, and the perception around the league is Packers general manager Ted Thompson is prepared to let him go.
If Jennings does test the free agent waters, he will have plenty of suitors who would be thrilled to add a playmaker of his caliber. Here are a few teams at the top of the list.
Miami Dolphins – No offense to Brian Hartline and Devone Bess, but neither receiver is a true number one option in the passing game. Jennings would give Ryan Tannehill a legit downfield threat and alleviate some of the pressure on the rush attack.
New York Jets – See above. Santonio Holmes is coming off an injury, and even when healthy isn’t a consistent go-to player for whomever is under center. Adding Jennings would allow Holmes to slide into a more natural number two receiver role.
Seattle Seahawks – Russell Wilson needs a legit number one target. Sidney Rice and Golden Tate are serviceable, but Jennings would give the offense a reliable chains mover and field stretcher to complement a potent running game.
Carolina Panthers – Steve Smith still has fuel in the tank, but he turns 34 in May and has been shouldering the Panthers passing attack for far too long. If the ‘Cats want to elevate the offense they need to sign a weapon like Jennings.
New England Patriots – This only applies if the Pats decide to part ways with Wes Welker. However, free agent receivers not named Randy Moss have struggled to adapt to Bill Belichick’s intricate system. Chad Johnson was a bust and Brandon Lloyd was merely okay. Perhaps Jennings would be the exception.
St. Louis Rams – If any quarterback is desperate to have a big time wideout, it would be Sam Bradford. Danny Amendola and Brandon Gibson are solid inside receivers, but neither strikes fear into defensive coordinators. Chris Givens has potential, but he’s not proven.
