Green Bay Packers training camp has featured various highlights as the offense and defense prepare for the upcoming season. Head coach Matt LaFleur already praised what he's seen from multiple players after the first several days of camp. Last season, they were one of the only squads to rank in the NFL's top six for yards per game of offense and yards per game allowed on defense.
Packers CB Has 7-Word Message After Matt LaFleur’s Training Camp Warning originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
Green Bay Packers training camp has featured various highlights as the offense and defense prepare for the upcoming season. Head coach Matt LaFleur already praised what he's seen from multiple players after the first several days of camp.
There are high expectations for this team, which many believe could take over the NFC North as division leaders and once again become a postseason contender.
Last season, they were one of the only squads to rank in the NFL's top six for yards per game of offense and yards per game allowed on defense.
And while both sides are giving it their all at training camp, one specific player has caught the attention of head coach Matt LaFleur, prompting a discussion about going a bit too far on defense.
As of Sunday at Packers' camp, some of cornerback Nate Hobbs' hits were reportedly excessive and not the type of plays LaFleur wanted from him against his teammates, especially with the NFL season approaching.
According to ESPN's Rob Demovsky, that resulted in a lecture from the head coach to the team's new corner. LaFleur said he knew the plays weren't "malicious" on Hobbs' part but wanted him to dial it back.
Hobbs admitted he felt bad about one particular hit on Dontayvion Wicks and told him, "it's nothing personal," but also said it's part of how he plays.
After LaFleur's warning, Hobbs seems extra motivated to go once camp arrives on Monday, due to a gear change that will allow him to go harder.
"Pads tomorrow. We gon' see who's who," Hobbs said in a message ahead of upcoming on-field battles with his teammates.
The 2025-26 season marks Nate Hobbs' first season with the Packers after four seasons with the Las Vegas Raiders. During his NFL career, he's racked up 281 total tackles, three sacks, three forced fumbles, and three interceptions.
In March, he signed a four-year, $48 million contract with the Packers. He became a key offseason acquisition for Green Bay after Jaire Alexander's departure, joining corners Keisean Nixon and Carrington Valentine.
Defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley praised him several months ago amid uncertainty about Alexander's status with the team.
"He is competitive, he's tough, he is physical, he plays the game fast, you can tell he loves it. It just jumps off the tape," Hafley said, per ESPN.
As training camp resumes this week, Hobbs will continue to showcase his abilities, potentially trying to strike a balance between his passion for the game and caution to avoid injuring teammates before the season.
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 28, 2025, where it first appeared.
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