“How much do you weigh?” Lombardi barked. “Two twenty-five,” Knafelc croaked. “Well, you’re going to play tight end for me,” Lombardi said. Knafelc was stunned. He had always been a wide receiver, catching passes downfield. A tight end had to block. “Coach, I haven’t blocked anyone in five years in this league,” he sputtered. “You want to play for another team?” Lombardi snapped. Knafelc shook his head. No, he was a Packer. And now, it seemed, he was a Packer tight end.

