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Packers Cornerback Nate Hobbs Leans on His Faith as He Tries to Bounce Back After Getting Benched
Hobbs, sidelined after a knee injury, draws strength from faith while competing with rookie Carrington Valentine for playing time, Packers coach says confidence remains.
- On Sunday, Hobbs, Green Bay Packers cornerback, lost his starting role during the 35-25 victory, playing only four snaps as Carrington Valentine started.
- After preseason surgery for a torn meniscus, Hobbs has been working outside as a cornerback after primarily playing nickel back during his four seasons with the Raiders; he says the knee isn't an issue now.
- Pro Football Focus ratings suggest Hobbs excels against the run but needs improvement in pass coverage, highlighted by a 35-yard completion to Marvin Harrison Jr. at Arizona.
- Packers coach Matt LaFleur praised Valentine’s start and called the cornerback spot competitive while affirming confidence in Hobbs, who refused excuses and believes he can bounce back.
- Hobbs repeatedly invoked his faith, citing Justin Fields' 39-38 rally and saying, `I'll piggyback off him` while describing his strong reliance on God.
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Packers cornerback Nate Hobbs leans on his faith as he tries to bounce back after getting benched
This wasn’t the type of start Nate Hobbs had in mind when the former Las Vegas Raiders defensive back signed with the Green Bay Packers.
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