Packers Walking Into Stronger NFC North

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Published: May 7, 2009

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... the Bears trade for Jay Cutler, and other teams sign marquee free agents, the Packers made their splash in the draft.

The biggest move, though, was made months prior, and it didn't have anything to do with acquiring new players.

It was all about philosophy and approach.

Ted Thompson brought in defense guru Dom Capers, which propelled the Packers to make the transition to a 3-4 defense.

Once beginning the installation, the Packers set out in the draft to get at least two players who could come in and have an immediate impact.

After grabbing B.J. Raji with the ninth overall pick, and trading up to grab Clay Matthews at 26, it appears the Packers are successfully moving forward with the switch.

While Green Bay has put forth the effort and concentration on improving their defense, they still have to watch out for Minnesota and Chicago.

Chicago already has a great defense, we knew that. However, it's beginning to show it's age, so Chic...

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