http://www.packerslockerroom.com/authentic-jamaal-williams-jersey , the Green Bay Packers have largely used the top of the draft for help on defense.This might be the year for the Packers to shift priorities, with one of the NFL’s all-time great quarterbacks now at age 35. Coming off a second straight absence from the playoffs, the pressure has been put on new coach Matt LaFleur to use his strategic acumen for a boost for the offense.While finishing 6-9-1 in 2018, the Packers were 15th in the league in points, 12th in yards, 23rd in third down conversions and 13th in percentage of touchdowns scored on possessions inside the 20-yard line.In 2016, the previous season when Rodgers played in all 16 games, the Packers ranked fourth, eighth Womens Kyler Fackrell Jersey , second and 10th in those categories, respectively.Sure, the Packers could use a starting safety next to newcomer Adrian Amos, but is that more important than a top-flight tight end to boost the passing game?What about at wide receiver, with the departure of seasoned slot man Randall Cobb removing an underneath complement to Davante Adams?While Aaron Jones and Jamaal Williams have shown promise at running back, but are they both durable and dynamic enough to be the one-two punch for the type of offenses that LaFleur has often had?Remember, the Packers swiftly signed three starters for their defense in free agency last month: defensive end Za’Darius Smith, linebacker Preston Smith and Amos. They also devoted all of their picks of the first three rounds in the past two drafts to defense, highlighted by cornerback Jaire Alexander last year.So with four of the top 75 selections next week Muhammad Wilkerson Jersey , general manager John Gutekunst and the Packers will have plenty of opportunities to prop up the offense.“There isn’t a grace period. This isn’t like other transitions where you maybe give a pass for the first year or two as you get acclimated to the system,” Rodgers told reporters last week as players began offseason workouts.“We have a veteran quarterback, veteran offensive linemen. We signed some big free agents for us, especially three on defense. There’s an expectation living and playing here that you’re going to compete for championships.”Here are some other key angles to follow during the draft next week for the Packers:FIRST THINGS FIRSTThe Packers have the 12th overall pick, their highest in 10 years since they made defensive tackle B.J. Raji the ninth selection. They also own the 30th overall pick, which came by a trade from New Orleans in the previous draft.The Packers started at No. 14 and moved down to No. 27 by netting two extra selections from the Saints. Then they moved back up to No. 18 to take Alexander in a swap with Seattle that sent three picks to the Seahawks and brought two back.CLEAR FOCUSWith Alexander, cornerback Kevin King (2017) and defensive tackle Kenny Clark (2016) the most recent examples, the Packers have used their first picks on defense in seven straight drafts. The only offensive player taken in one of the first three rounds in the past three years was tackle Jason Spriggs, the second-round selection in 2016 from Indiana.SKILLSETSThe Packers have not taken an offensive skill position player in the first round since Rodgers fell to them at No. 24 in 2005 Womens Kyle Murphy Jersey , giving them three years to groom him under Brett Favre until he took the job in 2008. They’ve only taken three offensive players with their first picks at all since then.Wide receiver Jordy Nelson went in the second round in 2008, when they traded their first-rounder to move down for extra picks. Tackles Bryan Bulaga (2010) and Derek Sherrod (2011) went in the first round.HAWKING TALENTThough Jimmy Graham and Marcedes Lewis have returned, one of the Iowa tight ends would be tough to pass up with two picks in the first round. Both T.J. Hockenson and Noah Fant are projected as first-rounders. With Bulaga, defensive tackle Mike Daniels (2012), cornerback Micah Hyde (2013) and cornerback Josh Jackson (2018), the Packers have a history of Hawkeyes players.UP FRONTGutekunst can’t neglect the offensive line, despite the presence of All-Pro left tackle David Bakhtiari and free agent signing Billy Turner, who could start at either guard spot or even right tackle, where Bryan Bulaga has entered the final year of his contract. Alabama’s Jonah Williams is among the top-rated tackles likely to be available at No. 12. First-time head coach Matt LaFleur will enjoy a rare three-game homestand during the first month of the regular season."Matt LaFleur will face numerous challenges during his first season as an NFL head coach. He must rebuild a Green Bay Packers offense that stagnated over the past few years while forging a bond with his talented but mercurial franchise quarterback and making sure his defense and special-teams units receive ample attention.However Womens Za'Darius Smith Jersey , LaFleur and his team will enjoy a favorable early schedule in terms of travel. After a short flight to Chicago to open the season, the Packers do not leave Lambeau Field for the rest of September. The long homestand provides the first-time head coach with a certain measure of consistency as he adjusts to an otherwise hectic and demanding role.Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty ImagesGreen Bay Packers’ 2019 ScheduleThough the NFL schedule makers have given teams three consecutive home games in the past, they do so only on rare occasions. Not counting playoffs, the Packers have played just two three-game homestands since the year 2000, their most recent coming in 2016. Additionally, LaFleur and his players don’t leave the central time zone until their Week 9 tilt with the Los Angeles Chargers, and the schedule doesn’t force Green Bay to play three straight road games at any point in 2019.The fortuitous travel schedule doesn’t account for strength of opponents, and the Packers face three teams fresh off playoff appearances during the opening five weeks. Green Bay will also have to battle through a rough midseason road trip featuring matchups with the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers. Those games, at least on paper Bart Starr Jersey , look like a daunting task for any team.Even so, the lack of early travel provides LaFleur with a more comfortable environment in which to establish himself and his regime. The homestand doesn’t guarantee success, but it should make life easier for a 39-year-old head coach still honing his craft.