The Packers are clearly searching for answers in their running game, and Friday they worked out former Broncos running back Montee Ball. ESPN’s Field Yates first reported Ball’s workout.
A second-round pick in 2013, Ball was released by the Broncos in the preseason. He had one touchdown run last season.
The Packers started James Starks at running back in Thursday night’s win over the Lions despite Eddie Lacy having posted consecutive 100-yard games. Aaron Rodgers led the team in rushing in the game with 27 yards.
Before Thursday’s game the Packers promoted John Crockett and waived Alonzo Harris. Crockett ran for 22 yards in his first career game; Starks ran nine times for 15 yards, and Lacy ran five times for four yards.
The Packers have five rushing touchdowns all season. Lacy leads the team with two.
Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Packers also worked out quarterback Zac Dysert. He was released from the Texans’ practice squad when Brian Hoyer was cleared from his concussion last week.