The Green Bay Packers missed the playoffs for the first time in nine years in 2017, which led to the organization shaking things up a bit. This has all brought a new type of energy heading into training camp. Head coach Mike McCarthy believes it's higher than it has been in years past, according to Bill Huber of Packer Report.

The Packers are expected to be in play as one of the top teams in the league, especially with star quarterback Aaron Rodgers expected to be back in the fold after missing nine games last season due to breaking his collarbone.. There won't be any lack of motivation on the 34-year-old's end to prove that he still has plenty left in the tank while showing that he is still arguably the most talented quarterback in the league. This could very well help him make a strong case for earning the third MVP award of his illustrious career.

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Meanwhile, there has been plenty of excitement and praise toward the incoming class of rookies that the Packers added, headlined by a pair of cornerbacks in Jaire Alexander and Josh Jackson that are expected to vastly improve one of the weak spots on the roster last season. There is a significant amount of buzz around Green Bay being a favorite to make a deep run in the playoffs and contend for the Super Bowl.

This will mostly hinge on Rodgers showcasing that he is not only past his injury, but that he can still perform at an elite level and lead the charge offensively.