New York Jets have plenty of Wisconsin & Packers connections

When the Green Bay Packers host the New York Jets in the teams’ preseason opener on Saturday evening, there will be several members of the Jets organization who are familiar with their destination. From a few University of Wisconsin alumni to former Packers players to individuals who have been frequent opponents of the team, there are Wisconsin connections galore on this Jets team.

Let’s take a look at those individuals who have significant experience playing for or against the Packers, as well as a few former Badgers on the roster.

Allen Lazard, WR

The most obvious connection to the Packers is the player on the Jets’ roster who has played multiple seasons for the Packers. That player is wide receiver Allen Lazard, whom the Packers signed off the Jacksonville Jaguars’ practice squad in