After two and a half weeks of competing against each other at training camp, the Green Bay Packers will finally get a chance to hit a true opponent when the New York Jets come to Lambeau Field for the preseason opener on Saturday night.
Coach Matt LaFleur said he is planning on playing everyone, including starters, during the preseason. His reason is three-fold: he wants players knocking off the rust and getting back into a pre-game preparation routine, and NFL data suggests playing in the preseason actually reduces the probability of injury come the regular season.