Click here for linkEddie Lacy will help Packers Contend.
The Packers got their first glimpse of Lacy's skills against St. Louis in their second preseason game. After sitting out Green Bays' preseason opener with a hamstring injury, he gained 40 yards on eight carries. He displayed quickness, agility, power and elusiveness during his time on the field. In short, he was everything the Packers have been hoping to find in a runner who could ease the pressure on Rodgers.
Lacy was so good it's worth discounting his struggles against Seattle this past weekend. ... Lacy was playing with a second-string offensive line that was battling the Seahawks' starting defense. ...
Lacy's impressive preseason work has made him the clear front-runner in the Packers' backfield competition.