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detroit1811
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Why not have a look at where things stand with the other three teams in this division heading into 2022.
Packers -37mil cap space
Vikings -11mil cap space
Bears 43mil cap space
The Packers are in very bad shape cap wise. They also have a couple big name free agents as well as some role players. Davante Adams is a FA, as well as DeVondre Campbell, MVS, Kevin King, and Robert Tonyan. They can create about 20mil in cap space by trading Aaron Rodgers. They can also create another 16mil by releasing their best pass rusher in Zadarious Smith. Guys like Preston Smith and Randall Cobb are also likely to be released giving them a little under 20mil in space to be able to retain a couple free agents and sign their draft class. They obviously can kick the can down the road with more restructures, but if they trade Rodgers my guess is they won?t go that route. Tough to see the Packers being a very good team in 2022, IMO.
The Vikings are also in bad shape. Danielle Hunter was rumored to want out of Minnesotta and they can save 19mil by getting rid of him. There are also a few guys who may restructure and I could see them kicking the can down the road if they keep Zimmer. My guess with Zimmer likely to stay and Kirk Cousins on his last year they try to make one final run with Rodgers likely not in the division anymore. They are the early favorites in my mind, but will likely be a one year flash in the pan as the cap issues will likely catch up with them and they may be in need of a QB.
The Bears are in excellent shape cap wise. They could also be a sneaky good team in 2022 IF Justin Fields can take a step forward. They have some building blocks on defense Eddie Jackson, Jaylon Johnson, Mack, and Roquan Smith. Montgomery is also turning into a solid running back They need a lot of help on offense though as they can use new WR?s, a better TE, and a complete makeover on their O-Line. They also lack a first round draft pick. Still with that cap space and a solid defense they can be a decent team of Justin Fields takes a big step in year 2.
Overall I think the two weakest teams in the division have the best chance to improve considerably in 2022. If Rodgers does indeed move on I think this division is completely up for grabs and wouldn?t be surprised if any of the four teams comes out on top
Packers -37mil cap space
Vikings -11mil cap space
Bears 43mil cap space
The Packers are in very bad shape cap wise. They also have a couple big name free agents as well as some role players. Davante Adams is a FA, as well as DeVondre Campbell, MVS, Kevin King, and Robert Tonyan. They can create about 20mil in cap space by trading Aaron Rodgers. They can also create another 16mil by releasing their best pass rusher in Zadarious Smith. Guys like Preston Smith and Randall Cobb are also likely to be released giving them a little under 20mil in space to be able to retain a couple free agents and sign their draft class. They obviously can kick the can down the road with more restructures, but if they trade Rodgers my guess is they won?t go that route. Tough to see the Packers being a very good team in 2022, IMO.
The Vikings are also in bad shape. Danielle Hunter was rumored to want out of Minnesotta and they can save 19mil by getting rid of him. There are also a few guys who may restructure and I could see them kicking the can down the road if they keep Zimmer. My guess with Zimmer likely to stay and Kirk Cousins on his last year they try to make one final run with Rodgers likely not in the division anymore. They are the early favorites in my mind, but will likely be a one year flash in the pan as the cap issues will likely catch up with them and they may be in need of a QB.
The Bears are in excellent shape cap wise. They could also be a sneaky good team in 2022 IF Justin Fields can take a step forward. They have some building blocks on defense Eddie Jackson, Jaylon Johnson, Mack, and Roquan Smith. Montgomery is also turning into a solid running back They need a lot of help on offense though as they can use new WR?s, a better TE, and a complete makeover on their O-Line. They also lack a first round draft pick. Still with that cap space and a solid defense they can be a decent team of Justin Fields takes a big step in year 2.
Overall I think the two weakest teams in the division have the best chance to improve considerably in 2022. If Rodgers does indeed move on I think this division is completely up for grabs and wouldn?t be surprised if any of the four teams comes out on top
