The Packers defense is bad and it’s a coaching problem. I’m sure you’re used to it. The team’s cumulative defensive pff grade is tied for third best in the league. Meanwhile, it ranks 21st in defensive DVOA, 16th in yards per play given up, 18th in EPA, and first in most times lining up 10 […]
run defense
Dean Lowry Proving His Worth
This offseason, defensive end Dean Lowry was awarded a three-year extension worth just over $20 million. Considering the way he is contributing in the run defense, so far it is has been a solid investment. No one was talking about Lowry after Monday’s game but his performance was noteworthy. Lowry controlled his gap for the […]
Packers Defense must stop Zeke Elliott
Zeke May Be Their Toughest Task Yet
The Packers have no choice but find a way to clean up their run defense this week against the Dallas Cowboys. In three out of four games this season, Green Bay has surrendered over 140 rushing yards. In week two against the Minnesota Vikings, Dalvin Cook ran all over the Packers defense for 154 yards. […]
Five Letters For the Packers Run Defense: P-A-N-I-C
During his weekly radio appearance on ESPN Milwaukee last week, Aaron Rodgers had a message for the Packers fans. “Five letters here, just for everybody out there in Packer land. R-E-L-A-X. Relax. We’re going to be OK.” This quote was in response to the poor performance of the offense against the Lions, one which saw the Packers […]