Green Bay’s preseason opener against Pittsburgh ended in a 9-28 loss, but the real win? No major injuries to key players as starters got limited reps. Rookie kicker Trey Smack shined with a perfect 3-for-3, including a 58-yarder, becoming the team’s sole scoring threat. Edge rusher Lukas Van Ness made an immediate impact with a sack, while Brenton Cox and John Williams also stood out defensively and offensively. But concerns linger: cornerback Keisean Nixon struggled with tackling, and Darian Kinnard saw unexpected playing time. Quarterback Kyron Drones was sacked more than he threw, while Kyle McCord led a strong drive — signaling he may be edging ahead in the QB competition. Early signs point to promise, but plenty of evaluation remains as the season unfolds.

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