5 things learned at Packers training camp – Aug. 8
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GREEN BAY – In preparation for Saturday's preseason opener in Cleveland, the Packers ran a 96-minute, non-public practice in shells on Thursday at Nitschke Field.Here are five things we learned: In a groove again, Sean Clifford wants to carry momentum into preseason.The Packers' second-year quarterback feels he's seeing the field better and throwing the ball with more zip after working through some turbulence at the end of the offseason program and start of training camp.Clifford took reps with the No. 1 offense during the first four practices while Jordan Love and the Packers worked towards an agreement on a long-term extension, and the faster pace proved to be a challenge. That led to some overthinking, which in turn led to some turnovers. Since sliding back with the No. 2 unit, however, Clifford has looked more decisive over the past two weeks.He felt last Saturday's Family Night practice was a high point for him, which concluded with the 26-year-old quarterback leading a two-minute...