What Adams won't be able to do this season is replace Jones' veteran presence. Jones was a reliable and productive receiver in the Packers' potent offense and a favorite of quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
Adams has the college pedigree that would seem to bode well for the NFL, having led the nation with 131 catches in Fresno State's prolific offense. He set school career records with 233 receptions and 38 scores in just two seasons.
"Everybody was asking, 'Are you replacing James?'" Adams said when he first got to Green Bay after being drafted in May.
Drafted in the third round in 2007, Jones played 104 games for Green Bay, including 47 starts. He had 310 catches and 37 touchdowns. He had a career-high 14 scores in 2012.
Some rookies might feel pressure with replacing a long-tenured player. Second-round draft pick Davante Adams sees an opportunity.
The learning curve can be tough, making the offseason and preseason crucial for younger players.
"I'm not trying to replace anybody, try to be anybody else," Adams said Wednesday. "I'm just trying to come in and do what (I've) got to do."
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