4 observations from Packers mandatory minicamp practice

Paul Bretl For the State Journal
Jun 11, 2026
Jun 11, 2026 Updated 1 hr ago

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GREEN BAY — Minicamp and offseason programs for the Green Bay Packers’ veterans wrapped up on Thursday. During this time of the year, coach Matt LaFleur wants his players to pick one specific area to focus on, then move on to something new once they're in a good place with the original focus.

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Green Bay Packers quarterbacks Tyrod Taylor (6), Jordan Love (10), Kyron Drones (13) and Kyle McCord (18) — Green Bay Packers quarterbacks Tyrod Taylor, from left, Jordan Love, Kyron Drones and Kyle McCord participate in mandatory minicamp Thursday at the Don Hutson Center in Green Bay.
Dan Powers, USA TODAY Network

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Green Bay Packers Jayden Reed — Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed participates in mandatory minicamp Thursday at the Don Hutson Center in Green Bay.
Dan Powers, USA TODAY Network

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