Okay, let’s talk about this whole Jordan Love thing. It turned into a bit of a personal project for me this past season, watching his development.
Getting Started: The Curiosity
So, you know, after all the drama with Rodgers leaving Green Bay, everyone was wondering about this kid, Jordan Love. I remember thinking, alright, here we go again. Is this guy gonna be the real deal or just another placeholder? There was so much noise, people saying he couldn’t handle it, others saying he was the future. Honestly, I was skeptical. Big shoes to fill, right? I decided, instead of just reading headlines, I’d actually make it a point to watch him play. Like, really watch. Not just catch the highlights.
The Watching Process: Ups and Downs
So, week after week, I started tuning into Packers games more deliberately than I had in a while. It wasn’t super formal, no crazy spreadsheets or anything, but I did keep mental notes. Maybe jotted down a thought or two after the game.
- Early struggles: Man, those first few games were rough sometimes. You could see the potential, the arm strength, but also the mistakes. Throws sailing, misreads. I remember thinking, “Okay, maybe the doubters are right.” It felt like he was rushing, trying too hard.
- Finding his footing: Then, somewhere mid-season, things started clicking. It wasn’t like a switch flipped overnight, more like a gradual build. You saw more confidence. He started moving better in the pocket, making those tighter throws. The offense seemed to find a rhythm with him, not just around him.
- The “Race” Aspect: For me, the “race” wasn’t just about wins and losses. It felt like watching him race against expectations, race against the ghost of Rodgers, race against his own early-season jitters. Every good drive felt like a small victory in that personal race. Every interception felt like a stumble.
I’d watch how he handled pressure, not just from the defense, but the media pressure too. It seemed like he kept a pretty level head, which impressed me. Didn’t get too high after big wins, didn’t seem crushed after tough losses. Just kinda kept grinding. That’s something you appreciate seeing.
End Result: My Takeaway
By the end of the season, especially heading into and during the playoffs, I had to admit, the guy proved a lot. He wasn’t perfect, nobody is. But did he show he belongs? Yeah, I think so. He definitely made that offense his own. Watching that whole process, from the early doubts to the late-season surge, was pretty fascinating. It wasn’t just about football stats; it was about watching someone grow under immense pressure.
So, my final thought? Keeping track, even informally, made watching the games way more engaging. You see past the box score. You see the player trying to figure it out. And with Jordan Love, it felt like he ran his race pretty damn well this year. Made a believer out of me, at least for now. We’ll see what next season brings, but it was a good ride watching it unfold.
