Jayrone Elliott eyeing next step in Packers' defense

Fourth-year vet looks to seize opportunity at outside linebacker

GREEN BAY – Winston Moss has seen this kind of progression before in his linebackers.From Desmond Bishop to Nick Perry, the Packers associate head coach has watched countless playmakers go from backups waiting for years in the wings to full-fledged contributors during his 11-plus seasons leading Green Bay’s linebackers.

On the eve of the 2017 campaign, Moss can sense a similar fire burning inside fourth-year veteran Jayrone Elliott when he surveys his room.

“Elliott has been asked to play a particular role and a particular situation,” Moss said. “Now he’s going to be asked to do more. In asking him to do more, I’m fully prepared…