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LB A.J. Hawk (2x All-American, Lombardi Trophy, National Champion, Super Bowl Champion)

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SATURDAY, April 29, 2006, 12:26 p.m.

By Rick Klauer


Quotes from the GM

Some notes and quotes from Packers GM Ted Thompson after picking A.J. Hawk:

- "By the far the best athlete at his position."

- "He can play any of the three spots."

- Regarding moving up or down in the draft: "We had discussions with teams to do both. I was inclined to do it," ... but was afraid of losing out on Hawk.

- "We went through a lot of pain and heartache to pick at this No. 5 spot."

- "I felt strongly A.J. Hawk was the guy I wanted."

- Regarding taking Hawk over TE Vernon Davis: "He (Davis) would have been a good fit here. But we felt like at this point and time....we just thought A.J. Hawk was the best fit."
 
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As a Packer fan, I was a little bit hesitant to want the Packers choose Hawk in this draft because there are so many good linebackers. Although, I think Hawk is the best. And I'm excited about him as a Packer. Hey, frankly we need 2 lb's, so we can still take one in the 2nd or 3rd. I like Rocky McIntosh. He would look good next to Hawk and Barnett.

LokyBuckeye, do you think you can get me a Hawk avatar in a Pack uni or tell me how I can steal yours to use on another board?
 
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Bernini said:
As a Packer fan, I was a little bit hesitant to want the Packers choose Hawk in this draft because there are so many good linebackers. Although, I think Hawk is the best. And I'm excited about him as a Packer. Hey, frankly we need 2 lb's, so we can still take one in the 2nd or 3rd. I like Rocky McIntosh. He would look good next to Hawk and Barnett.

LokyBuckeye, do you think you can get me a Hawk avatar in a Pack uni or tell me how I can steal yours to use on another board?
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BuckeyeNation27 posted that pic in the draft thread and I just made it smaller. YOu can right click on my avatar, save it and then upload it to another board to use.

here's the pic from BN27

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Deety said:
LoKy, you were okay with that pick, then? :biggrin: :biggrin: :biggrin:

Did you see the audio feeds at Packers.com? Listening to the radio here, but I'll go back for the archives later. I think the conference call is with A.J.
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Yeah... I guess I'm OK with the pick :biggrin:

I saw the audio feed but was watching on ESPN. I'm glad the Jets took D'Brickashaw Ferguson and left Hawk on the board.
 
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My wife is a Packers Fan, and now I guess I am (more than I was at least) too. Congrats AJ! :osu:


This should make for a good Birthday or Christmas gift for my wife too :biggrin:...something I'll be very pround to give, an AJ Hawk, Packers jersey.
 
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Hawk Jersey's are out already.. he'll be #50

http://www.packersproshop.com/product/sku_8fccf484cc22549d/fbdaca5bb16de8e7/


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#50 Hawk Home

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Product Description: Join the excitement with your Authentic A.J. Hawk Jersey! The #5 Pick overall in the 2006 NFL Draft! This authentic NFL Jersey comes with the same features as those worn by the Players. Jerseys are 100% Pro-Brite heavy-weight nylon mesh body with luster nylon yoke & sleeves. Double thickness yoke & mitered rib knit v-neck. NFL Shield patch is sewn on front of the v-neck. Jersey numbers and letters are tackle twill . The Reebok logo is embroidered on both the upper sleeves and woven locker tag with size on lower left front. Jerseys will be available May 4th!
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