Let training camp unofficially begin for the Green Bay Packers. After four practices in helmets and shells, the Packers will put on the pads for the first time this summer.
It’s a big moment because real football is about to begin in Green Bay.
What will Day 5 bring at Ray Nitschke Field?
Here’s everything to know from Saturday, July 29, the fifth training camp practice of 2023:
What to know from Matt LaFleur's pre-practice press conference
— On practicing in pads: Intensity is going to ramp up. More hitting, different tackling rules. “Players gotta take care of each other.” Calls it “real football.”
— Says Week 2 of camp becomes more about detail. Detail creates progress.
— Complimented Jordan Love on a few big throws, and he execution of two-minute drill during Saturday’s practice.
— Kenny Clark and De’Vondre Campbell help set the example for young players in the defensive front.
— On Christian Watson in Year 2: “Seems like a much more confident player.” Was tough to miss camp last year. Now he’s healthy, had good offseason, very intelligent player. Can play every receiver position. Gives offense a lot of flexibility.
— On Anders Carlson’s struggles: Not going to overreact after one practice. It happens. He’ll kick again on Tuesday. “It’ll be fun to see how he responds.”
— On Daniel Whelan: “He’s done a heck of a job since we’ve gotten him. He definitely has a big-time leg.” Likes competition at punter.
Live practice news, updates
— First-round pick Lukas Van Ness looks the part in pads.
— Peyton Manning is at Packers training camp on Monday. He’s talking with coach Matt LaFleur about a potential project.
— Big 1-on-1 win for TJ Slaton vs. Josh Myers.
— Love hit a few deep throws in 1-on-1s.
— Pick-six for rookie cornerback Carrington Valentine.
— A disruptive day so far for rookie defensive lineman Karl Brooks.
— Love to Watson deep shot touchdown.
— Jayden Reed drops what could have been a highlight play for Love. First-team defense wins the two-minute period.
Injury updates
— Looks like Tucker Kraft avoided a serious injury. He is back on the field Monday after exiting on Saturday with a leg issue.
— Dontayvion Wicks is still sidelined with a concussion.
— Left tackle David Bakhtiari is getting another off day on Monday.
