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Brian Gutekunst<\/span><\/span> Says \u201cABSOLUTELY\u201d: Josh Jacobs<\/span><\/span> Will Be RB1 for the Green Bay Packers<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Hello<\/p>\n

Yesterday, Brian Gutekunst didn\u2019t hesitate.<\/p>\n

When asked whether Josh Jacobs will be the No. 1 running back next season, the Packers GM responded with one word: \u201cABSOLUTELY.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

That\u2019s about as strong a public vote of confidence as it gets.<\/p>\n

But if you\u2019ve followed Green Bay long enough, you know something important \u2014 confidence in February doesn\u2019t always equal certainty in September.<\/p>\n

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Packers Fans Have Heard This Before\u2026<\/h2>\n

Optimism once surrounded Aaron Jones<\/span><\/span> too.<\/p>\n

There were glowing endorsements. Public praise. Assurances about leadership and fit.<\/p>\n

And then the business side of football stepped in.<\/p>\n

Cap space. Age curves. Contract structure. Roster flexibility.<\/p>\n

Suddenly, \u201ccore piece\u201d turned into \u201ctough decision.\u201d<\/p>\n

That\u2019s not personal \u2014 that\u2019s the NFL.<\/p>\n

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Why Jacobs Should<\/em> Remain RB1<\/h2>\n

\"Josh<\/p>\n

There are real football reasons behind Gutekunst\u2019s confidence:<\/p>\n

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    Jacobs brings power and durability.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    He fits a downhill, physical identity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    He can handle a true workhorse workload.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    He protects the quarterback and sets tone early in games.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    For a young offense built around stability, having a dependable featured back matters \u2014 especially in cold-weather, late-season games at Lambeau.<\/p>\n

    If the offensive line improves, Jacobs could look even more productive next year.<\/p>\n

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    The Father Time Question \ud83d\udc40<\/h2>\n

    Running back is the most unforgiving position in football.<\/p>\n

    Production cliffs come fast.<\/p>\n

    Heavy workloads add up.<\/p>\n

    Explosiveness fades subtly \u2014 then suddenly.<\/p>\n

    The question isn\u2019t whether Jacobs can still lead the backfield.<\/p>\n

    The question is:
    Will he still look like a true RB1 in December \u2014 and beyond?<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Because in today\u2019s NFL, teams are increasingly leaning toward:<\/p>\n

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      Committees<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Rookie contracts<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Fresh legs over legacy production<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      The Real Debate<\/h2>\n

      \"C\u00f3<\/p>\n

      This isn\u2019t about whether Jacobs is good.<\/p>\n

      It\u2019s about roster philosophy.<\/p>\n

      Do the Packers:<\/p>\n

      A)<\/strong> Ride with a proven veteran workhorse and lean into a physical identity?<\/p>\n

      B)<\/strong> Gradually transition toward a younger, rotational approach to preserve longevity and cap flexibility?<\/p>\n

      Gutekunst says \u201cabsolutely.\u201d And right now, that\u2019s the plan.<\/p>\n

      But Packers fans know \u2014 the plan can evolve quickly if performance, finances, or health shift the equation.<\/p>\n

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      So\u2026 What Do You Think?<\/h2>\n

      Should Josh Jacobs remain the clear featured back next season?<\/p>\n

      Or is this one of those situations where the smart move is preparing for the next chapter before Father Time writes it for you? \ud83d\udc40\ud83c\udfc8<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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