Packers trade for LB BJ Goodson

The Packers have moved to address the interior linebacker position, trading for BJ Goodson formerly of the New York Giants.

After initially planning to waive him, the #Giants are trading LB BJ Goodson to the #Packers, per @TomPelissero and me.

Goodson is a thumper who is a tackling machine, though undoubtedly a bit of a liability in coverage. He does offer something on special teams.

#Packers LB BJ Goodson is a thick, downhill thumper. Tough and aggressive player... pic.twitter.com/pD3dk1pwnS

B.J. Goodson is more of a run defender than a coverage linebacker. He allowed a completion on over 75% of his targets last season. Conversely, Goodson ranked 7th on the Giants in defensive stops (PFF…