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The Packer's Super Bowl chances may be solely based on how a group of individuals play that rarely get an attention from the average fan. As many Packer's fan would acknowledge, the offensive line hasn't played up to par this season. Now how big of a deal is this problem? Well for one, Aaron Rodgers as many other quarterbacks isn't that good under duress. Right now, the Packers are second in the league in allowed sacks with 37. However, to average fans people just think of get the ball out fast to avoid pressure but the problem with this solution is that cornerbacks just have to jam receivers at the line to mess up the timing of the pass. In addition, with the Packers lack of run game it seems unlikely that they will be able to help their line that way. Overall, I Packers Super Bowl hopes ride on protecting Rodgers from the outstanding potential pass rushes that could include San Francisco, Chicago, and New York.
After watching the past few games, it is no shock that the offense has not been playing their greatest, as you stated. I knew our number of sacks was high, but after seeing 37 it put it into even more of a perspective. Being second in the league with allowed sacks is something that is so not like the Packers. I think as you said, it really does come down to protecting Rodgers. Without a protected quarterback, it is not possible to have a good running or passing game. The quarterback needs to be protected in order for plays to happen. And until that happens, I think the Packers will continue to struggle.
ReplyDeleteNo matter what sport you are in there is always someone who is considered the star or far above everyone else. However, their success wouldn't be as applicable if it weren't for the rest of the team. I think a lot of people forget that. In a team sport everyone plays a major role no matter what position you are in. To make the team come together wholly everyone has to be involved and play their part. I completely agree with you.
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