The Pack needs a downfield threat and Moss can provide that. But you cant blame Thompson for not rushing into this decision.

Nearly every Green Bay Packers fan out there has a strong opinion on their teams general manager, Ted Thompson. Whether its good or bad, there is no denying that he has been consistent in his approach to the job.

This offseason has been vintage Ted. While teams such as the New England Patriots load their roster with blockbuster free agent contracts, Thompson remains firm in not overpaying for other teams players.

Contracts around the league have skyrocketed.

Leonard Davis, an offensive tackle formerly of Arizona, can get seven years, $49 million from Dallas. Nate Clements, a corner formerly of Buffalo, gets the biggest contract ever paid to an NFL defensive player thanks to San Francisco. Donte Stallworth gets a mega-deal from the Patriots. Joe Horn gets $5 million a year from Atlanta.

These are just some of the examples of ridiculous deals being handed out by NFL GMs. The real question is why?

Thompson has been much more cautious, and smart. The only free agent he has signed outside of the organization is cornerback Frank Walker of the New York Giants. Walker should be favored to win the third corner spot and contribute greatly to the Packers nickel and dimed packages.

Then there is the question about whether to trade for Oakland receiver Randy Moss. Moss can still play; he is the perfect case of a player who needs a change of scenery.

Besides, quarterback Brett Favre wants him. The Packers needs a downfield threat and Moss can provide that.

You cant blame Thompson for not rushing into this decision. There is still a decent chance the Pack ends up with him, but Thompson will not over-compensate the Raiders for a player who doesnt fit in for the long term.

The Packers position in the NFC North has improved simply by default of how bad of an offseason the Chicago Bears have put together. Mike McCarthy, who is this writers prediction for 2007 NFL coach of the year, will improve the young players he has on the current roster and have this team built into a contender by the time the Packers break camp.

Plus, the drafts first two rounds could provide a running back and tight end, created by Ahman Greens free agent departure (another insane deal “ four years, $23 million), and Bubba Franks unsightly play.

Training camp is three and a half months away. The 2007 season will reward fans for the patience theyve shown.

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