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Bernard made quite the impact in his limited playing time. He drew eight targets, which equates to a target share of roughly 17 percent...Bernard turned those targets into five receptions for 64 yards (12.8 Y/REC) and a score. He created 46 yards after the catch, forced nearly as many missed tackles (4) as receptions, and did so with an average depth of target (ADOT) of just 7.0 yards.
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Bernard's preseason 17% target share and YAC creation fit Rodgers' quick-release system.

Rookie WR Bernard drew 8 targets (17% target share) on 48 preseason snaps, converting them into 5 receptions for 64 yards and a touchdown with 46 yards after the catch and 4 missed tackles forced. His 7.0 ADOT aligns perfectly with Aaron Rodgers' 2025 ADOT of 6.4 and career trend toward quick-hitting passes; Bernard's 993 career YAC and 28 missed tackles forced at Alabama demonstrate superior playmaking ability compared to fellow receiver Jalen Wilson, positioning him to overtake Wilson in weekly snaps if he sustains this production into the regular season.

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