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Monday, December 1, 2008
Monday, November 17, 2008
Bears vs. Packers, 11.16.08 - Pictures
The view from section 102, row 1:
The Bears warming up before the game:
The Packers before kickoff:
That annoying FOX sound guy was in our way probably half of the game:
FOX Sports sideline reporter Pam Oliver drew cheers every time she walked by the sections. One fan yelled out "Hey Oprah!"
Rodgers drops back to pass.
Ryan Grant cuts to the outside.
The Bears warming up before the game:
The Packers before kickoff:
That annoying FOX sound guy was in our way probably half of the game:
FOX Sports sideline reporter Pam Oliver drew cheers every time she walked by the sections. One fan yelled out "Hey Oprah!"
Rodgers drops back to pass.
Ryan Grant cuts to the outside.
The halftime show included an eagle.
It was a good day for the Packer offense. 37-3, GB wins and moves into a tie for first place.
Monday, November 10, 2008
Packers' Rushing Defense: Ugh
After yesterday's demoralizing loss to the Vikings came this bit of bad news out of Green Bay: Nick Barnett is gone for the season.
As the article points out, this will most likely have an impact on the Packers' already poor rushing defense.
Here's a look at what challenges lie ahead for the now depleted GB run defense:
Nov. 16 - Chicago
The Bears are middle of the pack rushing the ball, averaging 110 yards per game. Rookie Matt Forte is averaging just under 80 yards a game, and has over 700 rushing yards and 4 touchdowns, with 0 fumbles.
Nov. 24 - at New Orleans
The Saints are statistically the 5th worst team running the ball - averaging about 90 yards a game. Star tailback Reggie Bush has missed time due to an injury, but he should be back for this game. Deuce McAllister is averaging less than 45 yards per game in the 7 games he has played in.
Nov. 30 - Carolina
The Panthers have one of the better running attacks in the NFL, and are averaging just under 120 yards per game. DeAngelo Williams has 4 touchdowns and is averaging about 73 yards per game, while rookie Jonathan Stewart has 5 touchdowns and averages over 40 yards per game.
Dec. 7 - Houston
The Texans are slightly worse than the Bears, and are averaging about 107 yards per game. Steve Slaton is the Texans' leading rusher, and he is averaging 60 yards a game and has 5 touchdowns.
Dec. 14 - at Jacksonville
The Jaguars average over 115 yards per game, and are led by Maurice Jones-Drew, who has 9 touchdowns in 9 games. He averages just 48 yards per game though.
Dec. 22 - at Chicago - See Above
Dec. 28 - Detroit
Much like everything else about the Lions, the rushing offense is woeful - 2nd worst in the NFL. The team averages just 75 yards per game, and their leading rusher (Kevin Smith) has compiled just 401 yards in 9 games.
Overall, Green Bay won't be catching any breaks the rest of the season. Out of all of the remaining opponents, only the Lions are equipped with an inept rushing offense. The good news is that the Pack won't have to face Adrian Peterson anymore in 2008.
As the article points out, this will most likely have an impact on the Packers' already poor rushing defense.
Here's a look at what challenges lie ahead for the now depleted GB run defense:
Nov. 16 - Chicago
The Bears are middle of the pack rushing the ball, averaging 110 yards per game. Rookie Matt Forte is averaging just under 80 yards a game, and has over 700 rushing yards and 4 touchdowns, with 0 fumbles.
Nov. 24 - at New Orleans
The Saints are statistically the 5th worst team running the ball - averaging about 90 yards a game. Star tailback Reggie Bush has missed time due to an injury, but he should be back for this game. Deuce McAllister is averaging less than 45 yards per game in the 7 games he has played in.
Nov. 30 - Carolina
The Panthers have one of the better running attacks in the NFL, and are averaging just under 120 yards per game. DeAngelo Williams has 4 touchdowns and is averaging about 73 yards per game, while rookie Jonathan Stewart has 5 touchdowns and averages over 40 yards per game.
Dec. 7 - Houston
The Texans are slightly worse than the Bears, and are averaging about 107 yards per game. Steve Slaton is the Texans' leading rusher, and he is averaging 60 yards a game and has 5 touchdowns.
Dec. 14 - at Jacksonville
The Jaguars average over 115 yards per game, and are led by Maurice Jones-Drew, who has 9 touchdowns in 9 games. He averages just 48 yards per game though.
Dec. 22 - at Chicago - See Above
Dec. 28 - Detroit
Much like everything else about the Lions, the rushing offense is woeful - 2nd worst in the NFL. The team averages just 75 yards per game, and their leading rusher (Kevin Smith) has compiled just 401 yards in 9 games.
Overall, Green Bay won't be catching any breaks the rest of the season. Out of all of the remaining opponents, only the Lions are equipped with an inept rushing offense. The good news is that the Pack won't have to face Adrian Peterson anymore in 2008.
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Looking Ahead - Packers' Remaining Schedule
The worst Sunday afternoon of every autumn, is the Sunday the Packers have their bye week. Here's a look at Green Bay's remaining schedule and what I predict will happen:
Sunday, November 2 - at Tennessee, Noon
The Titans head into their game tomorrow night as the only remaining unbeaten team in the NFL (6-0), and hold a firm grip on first place in the AFC South. Tennessee doesn't boast much on offense, but they have one of the league's best defenses - they are allowing just 11 points per game on average. The closest the Titans have come to defeat was a 13-10 win at Baltimore October 5.
Prediction: Green Bay 20, Tennessee 21
Sunday, November 9 - at Minnesota, Noon
The Packers and Vikings hooked up for the season opener back on September 8 at Lambeau (I think there was supposed to be some sort of retirement ceremony at that game, but it was cancelled). Green Bay won the game 24-19, and the Aaron Rodgers era began on the right note. The Vikings have since then switched quarterbacks, and after starting off 1-3, Minnesota has won 2 out of their last 3 games. Only 1 loss has been by double-digits (at Tennessee).
Prediction: Green Bay 31, Minnesota 27
Sunday, November 16 - vs. Chicago, Noon (Yours truly will be in attendance!)
The Bears are currently tied atop the NFC North with the Packers (both are 4-3). Chicago's defense is not what it once was. In 5 of their 7 games, the Bears have allowed 20 or more points to their opponents (including allowing 41 points to the Vikings last week at Soldier Field!). The Bears' passing defense is the third worst in the league, which should be good news for Aaron Rodgers and the talented group of receivers around him. Surprisingly, Chicago's offense is averaging 28 points per game, good enough for third best in the league. Matt Forte is halfway to 1,000 yards (515 yards, 73.6 yards per game) and has 4 TDs.
Prediction: Chicago 24, Green Bay 28
Monday, November 24 - at New Orleans, 7:30 pm
The Saints are a different team at home (3-1) than they are on the road (0-3). The Packers' pass defense will be tested in this game, going up against Drew Brees and the #1 passing offense in the league (310 yards passing per game). Reggie Bush could be back for this game, which would give the Saints back their biggest weapon.
Prediction: Green Bay 21, New Orleans 28
Sunday, November 30 - vs. Carolina, Noon
The Panthers are 5-2 going into today's game against Arizona, but they have struggled on the road, including a 20-10 loss at Minnesota. The defense is giving up about 15 points per game, but the offense is averaging just 21 points per game. The Panthers, like the Packers, have struggled with penalties this season - Carolina has 54 going into today (GB leads the league with 58).
Prediction: Carolina 14, Green Bay 20
Sunday, December 7 - vs. Houston, Noon
Houston started the season 0-4, but has rattled off 2 wins heading into today's matchup against the Bengals. But, those wins were against the Dolphins (by 1 point and at the last second), and against the Lions (by 7 points). The Packers should have no problem disposing of the Texans at Lambeau in December.
Prediction: Houston 13, Green Bay 31
Sunday, December 14 - at Jacksonville, Noon
The Jaguars, after nearly making the Super Bowl last year, are still looking for a signature win this season. They beat the Colts on the road in week 3, but the Colts are not the same team we've seen the past few years. That being said, the Jaguars have had a tough schedule so far - losses include at Tennessee, vs. Buffalo, and vs. Pittsburgh. Out of all of the remaining games, this is the one that was the toughest for me to predict.
Prediction: Green Bay 24, Jacksonville 23
Monday, December 22 - at Chicago, 7:30 pm
I think the Packers have a better all-around team this year than the Bears, so I don't think it's impossible to sweep the season series in 2008. But if I have Green Bay winning on the road against Jacksonville, I don't think I can have them win back-to-back road games.
Prediction: Green Bay 24, Chicago 27
Sunday, December 28 - vs. Detroit, Noon
This game will be played assuming the Lions fans (those that remain) do not burn down Ford Field because their team is 0-15. Hopefully the Packers will have a playoff berth locked up and will be able to rest up for the postseason.
Prediction: Detroit 10, Green Bay 27
So from my predictions and calculations, the Pack should end the season 10-6, which should be good enough for 1st place in the NFC North (Minnesota has a pretty tough remaining schedule, though Chicago's doesn't look that daunting). This will of course set GB up for a run to the Super Bowl, where they will undoubtedly encounter Brett Favre and the New York Jets. See ya then!
Sunday, November 2 - at Tennessee, Noon
The Titans head into their game tomorrow night as the only remaining unbeaten team in the NFL (6-0), and hold a firm grip on first place in the AFC South. Tennessee doesn't boast much on offense, but they have one of the league's best defenses - they are allowing just 11 points per game on average. The closest the Titans have come to defeat was a 13-10 win at Baltimore October 5.
Prediction: Green Bay 20, Tennessee 21
Sunday, November 9 - at Minnesota, Noon
The Packers and Vikings hooked up for the season opener back on September 8 at Lambeau (I think there was supposed to be some sort of retirement ceremony at that game, but it was cancelled). Green Bay won the game 24-19, and the Aaron Rodgers era began on the right note. The Vikings have since then switched quarterbacks, and after starting off 1-3, Minnesota has won 2 out of their last 3 games. Only 1 loss has been by double-digits (at Tennessee).
Prediction: Green Bay 31, Minnesota 27
Sunday, November 16 - vs. Chicago, Noon (Yours truly will be in attendance!)
The Bears are currently tied atop the NFC North with the Packers (both are 4-3). Chicago's defense is not what it once was. In 5 of their 7 games, the Bears have allowed 20 or more points to their opponents (including allowing 41 points to the Vikings last week at Soldier Field!). The Bears' passing defense is the third worst in the league, which should be good news for Aaron Rodgers and the talented group of receivers around him. Surprisingly, Chicago's offense is averaging 28 points per game, good enough for third best in the league. Matt Forte is halfway to 1,000 yards (515 yards, 73.6 yards per game) and has 4 TDs.
Prediction: Chicago 24, Green Bay 28
Monday, November 24 - at New Orleans, 7:30 pm
The Saints are a different team at home (3-1) than they are on the road (0-3). The Packers' pass defense will be tested in this game, going up against Drew Brees and the #1 passing offense in the league (310 yards passing per game). Reggie Bush could be back for this game, which would give the Saints back their biggest weapon.
Prediction: Green Bay 21, New Orleans 28
Sunday, November 30 - vs. Carolina, Noon
The Panthers are 5-2 going into today's game against Arizona, but they have struggled on the road, including a 20-10 loss at Minnesota. The defense is giving up about 15 points per game, but the offense is averaging just 21 points per game. The Panthers, like the Packers, have struggled with penalties this season - Carolina has 54 going into today (GB leads the league with 58).
Prediction: Carolina 14, Green Bay 20
Sunday, December 7 - vs. Houston, Noon
Houston started the season 0-4, but has rattled off 2 wins heading into today's matchup against the Bengals. But, those wins were against the Dolphins (by 1 point and at the last second), and against the Lions (by 7 points). The Packers should have no problem disposing of the Texans at Lambeau in December.
Prediction: Houston 13, Green Bay 31
Sunday, December 14 - at Jacksonville, Noon
The Jaguars, after nearly making the Super Bowl last year, are still looking for a signature win this season. They beat the Colts on the road in week 3, but the Colts are not the same team we've seen the past few years. That being said, the Jaguars have had a tough schedule so far - losses include at Tennessee, vs. Buffalo, and vs. Pittsburgh. Out of all of the remaining games, this is the one that was the toughest for me to predict.
Prediction: Green Bay 24, Jacksonville 23
Monday, December 22 - at Chicago, 7:30 pm
I think the Packers have a better all-around team this year than the Bears, so I don't think it's impossible to sweep the season series in 2008. But if I have Green Bay winning on the road against Jacksonville, I don't think I can have them win back-to-back road games.
Prediction: Green Bay 24, Chicago 27
Sunday, December 28 - vs. Detroit, Noon
This game will be played assuming the Lions fans (those that remain) do not burn down Ford Field because their team is 0-15. Hopefully the Packers will have a playoff berth locked up and will be able to rest up for the postseason.
Prediction: Detroit 10, Green Bay 27
So from my predictions and calculations, the Pack should end the season 10-6, which should be good enough for 1st place in the NFC North (Minnesota has a pretty tough remaining schedule, though Chicago's doesn't look that daunting). This will of course set GB up for a run to the Super Bowl, where they will undoubtedly encounter Brett Favre and the New York Jets. See ya then!
Monday, October 20, 2008
Weekend Sports Recap
-The disappointing season for the UW football team continued Saturday, losing badly at Iowa, 38-16. I may have been too optimistic in an earlier post when I said that I believed the team still had a good shot at reaching a bowl game this year. Should the team make Scott Tolzien the new starting quarterback? I think the Badgers are heading to a quarterback by committee approach, where whoever is playing well will get to lead the offense. The only real bright spot this season has been running back John Clay, who ran 16 times Saturday for 89 yards. For the season, Clay has 394 yards rushing on only 65 carries, which is an average of 6 yards per carry. He may be the starting tailback now if PJ Hill is sidelined with yet another injury.
-The Green Bay Packers improved to 4-3 this year with an impressive 34-14 victory over the Colts at Lambeau. The two things I took away from the game: 1) what a performance from the defense, which shut down the Colts' passing attack and provided two touchdowns off of interception returns; and 2) how great was it to watch a discouraged, dejected, depressed, aggravated, flummoxed, and angry Peyton Manning? I can't remember seeing Manning look so defeated before, and it was a nice added touch to the victory. What a strong way for GB to head into the bye week (Speaking of strong, Ryan Grant looks 100% now, and that is great news for the Packers - 31 carries, 105 yards, 1 TD).
-The other big Packers-related news item from the weekend was the latest chapter in the Brett Favre soap opera. If the allegations are true, that Favre has provided other teams with information about the Packers, it will be a devastating blow to his legacy. Charles Woodson, who is one of GB's leaders now, had probably the best response:
"He contacted them?" cornerback Charles Woodson said with raised eyebrows. "I don't respect that. If they called him and he gives them information, that's one thing. But to seek a team out, because, you know, I guess you're trying to sabotage this team, you know I don't respect that. I know he's been the greatest player around here for a long time but there's no honor in that."
-It was a busy weekend for the Brewers too. Doug Melvin's contract was extended. Dale Sveum was interviewed and told "we'll get back to you." The Brewers got back to him and said adios. And now the search is on for an "experienced manager that has a reputation for winning." There is apparently a handful of candidates that have sought out Melvin for the position. If it were up to me, I would choose either Buck Showalter or Bob Brenly. Both have demonstrated a good knowledge of the game, and both have prior accomplishments in their careers.
-The World Series is now set and it's not pretty: Philadelphia vs. Tampa Bay. Here is why I'm cheering for the Phillies: 1) if they win, then Brewers fans can say at least our team got knocked out by the eventual World Series champions (this would ideally be directed at cubs fans), 2) Tampa Bay really annoys me - from those stupid mohawks to the lame song they play after wins to shots of Dick Vitale cheering obnoxiously from the stands to Grant Balfour's ridiculous mannerisms on the mound, and so on and so forth, 3) if the Phillies win, we won't have to listen to stupid Philadelphia sports fans cry about their city not winning a championship since 1980, and 4) The DEVIL Rays have only been around as a franchise for 10 years! - there are a number of teams that deserve to win a World Series title before some team that can't even sell out home playoff games.
-The UW men's basketball team got to work for the upcoming season. The Badgers, defending Big Ten regular season and tournament champions, play their first exhibition game November 1. The Final Four this season will be in Detroit - see the rest of you Badger fans there!
-The Green Bay Packers improved to 4-3 this year with an impressive 34-14 victory over the Colts at Lambeau. The two things I took away from the game: 1) what a performance from the defense, which shut down the Colts' passing attack and provided two touchdowns off of interception returns; and 2) how great was it to watch a discouraged, dejected, depressed, aggravated, flummoxed, and angry Peyton Manning? I can't remember seeing Manning look so defeated before, and it was a nice added touch to the victory. What a strong way for GB to head into the bye week (Speaking of strong, Ryan Grant looks 100% now, and that is great news for the Packers - 31 carries, 105 yards, 1 TD).
-The other big Packers-related news item from the weekend was the latest chapter in the Brett Favre soap opera. If the allegations are true, that Favre has provided other teams with information about the Packers, it will be a devastating blow to his legacy. Charles Woodson, who is one of GB's leaders now, had probably the best response:
"He contacted them?" cornerback Charles Woodson said with raised eyebrows. "I don't respect that. If they called him and he gives them information, that's one thing. But to seek a team out, because, you know, I guess you're trying to sabotage this team, you know I don't respect that. I know he's been the greatest player around here for a long time but there's no honor in that."
-It was a busy weekend for the Brewers too. Doug Melvin's contract was extended. Dale Sveum was interviewed and told "we'll get back to you." The Brewers got back to him and said adios. And now the search is on for an "experienced manager that has a reputation for winning." There is apparently a handful of candidates that have sought out Melvin for the position. If it were up to me, I would choose either Buck Showalter or Bob Brenly. Both have demonstrated a good knowledge of the game, and both have prior accomplishments in their careers.
-The World Series is now set and it's not pretty: Philadelphia vs. Tampa Bay. Here is why I'm cheering for the Phillies: 1) if they win, then Brewers fans can say at least our team got knocked out by the eventual World Series champions (this would ideally be directed at cubs fans), 2) Tampa Bay really annoys me - from those stupid mohawks to the lame song they play after wins to shots of Dick Vitale cheering obnoxiously from the stands to Grant Balfour's ridiculous mannerisms on the mound, and so on and so forth, 3) if the Phillies win, we won't have to listen to stupid Philadelphia sports fans cry about their city not winning a championship since 1980, and 4) The DEVIL Rays have only been around as a franchise for 10 years! - there are a number of teams that deserve to win a World Series title before some team that can't even sell out home playoff games.
-The UW men's basketball team got to work for the upcoming season. The Badgers, defending Big Ten regular season and tournament champions, play their first exhibition game November 1. The Final Four this season will be in Detroit - see the rest of you Badger fans there!
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Packers vs. Cowboys - Preview
Big game tonight for GB fans, as the Packers play host to the hated Cowboys. I know that the Bears and the Vikings are seen as the big divisional rivals, but growing up there was no team I hated more as a Packer fan than the Cowboys. Whether it was Thanksgiving day, or a playoff game, Dallas always seemed to have our number (even when they started third-string quarterbacks). Needless to say, I'm pretty fired up for tonight's showdown. I think we have a good chance of pulling out a win, and I think it send a huge message to the rest of the league.
Here are a few keys to tonight's game:
-Charles Woodson: The Cowboys have a very good passing game (316 yards passing per game), so the Packers will need Woodson in the secondary (GB will already be without safety Atari Bigby; Aaron Rouse will be starting in his place). Woodson showed last week how he can be a game-changer on the field. And keep in mind that the Pack was without Woodson last year when they took on Dallas.
-Aaron Rodgers: Rodgers has looked great so far. But tonight will be his first real test as he goes up against a potential Super Bowl contender. The thing that has impressed me the most with Rodgers is his decision-making. He has yet to throw an interception in the regular season, and he has shown an ability to get out of the pocket and make plays (even by rushing the ball himself - 12 runs for 60 yards).
Rodgers has played against the Cowboys before. Last year, in relief of Favre, Rodgers threw 18-26 for 201 yards, 1 TD, and 0 INTs. As long as Rodgers doesn't get rattled and stays confident, he and GB should be in good shape.
-Rushing Offense: GB has been pretty average so far running the ball in 2008. They rank 11th with 131 yards per game, and have 2 TDs. Ryan Grant, who has been hampered by a hamstring injury, has racked up just 112 yards in 2 games. Last year, Grant ran for 94 yards and 2 TDs against Dallas. Brandon Jackson has looked pretty good in limited duty - he is averaging 5.2 yards per rush. It will be important to establish the run against the Cowboys early, to open things in the passing game. Plus, if the Pack has the lead, they will need to effectively run the ball to win the time of possession game and keep the Dallas offense off the field.
-Penalties: GB has to limit the stupid penalties. Against Minnesota, they had 12 blown whistles for 118 yards. Against Detroit, they did better - 8 calls for 62 yards. Last year, they had 9 penalties go against them for 142 yards (most of those were pass interference calls). The secondary will have to remain aggressive, but also be careful to not draw the ire of the officials.
My prediction: GB 27, Dallas 24
Here are a few keys to tonight's game:
-Charles Woodson: The Cowboys have a very good passing game (316 yards passing per game), so the Packers will need Woodson in the secondary (GB will already be without safety Atari Bigby; Aaron Rouse will be starting in his place). Woodson showed last week how he can be a game-changer on the field. And keep in mind that the Pack was without Woodson last year when they took on Dallas.
-Aaron Rodgers: Rodgers has looked great so far. But tonight will be his first real test as he goes up against a potential Super Bowl contender. The thing that has impressed me the most with Rodgers is his decision-making. He has yet to throw an interception in the regular season, and he has shown an ability to get out of the pocket and make plays (even by rushing the ball himself - 12 runs for 60 yards).
Rodgers has played against the Cowboys before. Last year, in relief of Favre, Rodgers threw 18-26 for 201 yards, 1 TD, and 0 INTs. As long as Rodgers doesn't get rattled and stays confident, he and GB should be in good shape.
-Rushing Offense: GB has been pretty average so far running the ball in 2008. They rank 11th with 131 yards per game, and have 2 TDs. Ryan Grant, who has been hampered by a hamstring injury, has racked up just 112 yards in 2 games. Last year, Grant ran for 94 yards and 2 TDs against Dallas. Brandon Jackson has looked pretty good in limited duty - he is averaging 5.2 yards per rush. It will be important to establish the run against the Cowboys early, to open things in the passing game. Plus, if the Pack has the lead, they will need to effectively run the ball to win the time of possession game and keep the Dallas offense off the field.
-Penalties: GB has to limit the stupid penalties. Against Minnesota, they had 12 blown whistles for 118 yards. Against Detroit, they did better - 8 calls for 62 yards. Last year, they had 9 penalties go against them for 142 yards (most of those were pass interference calls). The secondary will have to remain aggressive, but also be careful to not draw the ire of the officials.
My prediction: GB 27, Dallas 24
Monday, September 8, 2008
Packers vs. Vikings, First Half
Green Bay enters the locker room with a 10-3 lead. The ESPN commentators were debating whether or not GB should have taken a shot in the end zone, but I think it was a smart move to go for the field goal. It looks like this will be a tight game, and heading into halftime with a 2-score lead would have been big. The Pack just got unlucky with the blocked field goal attempt.
Other than that miscue to end the first half, I thought it was a pretty solid 2 quarters. GB started a little sluggish, committing several penalties, and showing an inability to establish the running game. Both of those areas improved in the 2nd quarter. GB heads into the half with 7 penalties committed for 69 yards - but I believe 5 of those came in the 1st quarter. Ryan Grant has 35 yards rushing, Brandon Jackson has 14, and Aaron Rodgers has 35.
Adrian Peterson has 75 yards on 9 carries, but most of that came in the 1st quarter. GB has done a good job on defense of forcing Tarvaris Jackson to make a play with his arm...and he has yet to respond. He's 2-7 for 16 yards...a QB rating of 39.6.
Meanwhile, Aaron Rodgers has looked quite good. He goes into the half 12-16 for 139 yards and 1 TD (a 121.6 rating). He's engineered a few good drives, and his ability to get out of the pocket and run with the ball has been an effective weapon (something #4 hasn't been able to boast for a while now). Rodgers has already made a few Favre-esque plays - the long pass to Jennings (great catch by Jennings btw), and the touchdown throw to Hall (Rodgers was able to evade the pass rush long enough to throw a bullet off his back foot).
But now the thing every Packer fan wants to know about: how's that new punter? Oh, wait, you didn't know that GB has a new punter? This story kind of slipped by unnoticed, but the Pack released Jon Ryan who averaged 44.5 yards during his 2 years in GB. Derrick Frost is the new punter, and he's looked good - 2 punts, averaging 46 yards.
One final note: the UW-Eau Claire marching band was at Lambeau tonight, and performed at halftime.
Other than that miscue to end the first half, I thought it was a pretty solid 2 quarters. GB started a little sluggish, committing several penalties, and showing an inability to establish the running game. Both of those areas improved in the 2nd quarter. GB heads into the half with 7 penalties committed for 69 yards - but I believe 5 of those came in the 1st quarter. Ryan Grant has 35 yards rushing, Brandon Jackson has 14, and Aaron Rodgers has 35.
Adrian Peterson has 75 yards on 9 carries, but most of that came in the 1st quarter. GB has done a good job on defense of forcing Tarvaris Jackson to make a play with his arm...and he has yet to respond. He's 2-7 for 16 yards...a QB rating of 39.6.
Meanwhile, Aaron Rodgers has looked quite good. He goes into the half 12-16 for 139 yards and 1 TD (a 121.6 rating). He's engineered a few good drives, and his ability to get out of the pocket and run with the ball has been an effective weapon (something #4 hasn't been able to boast for a while now). Rodgers has already made a few Favre-esque plays - the long pass to Jennings (great catch by Jennings btw), and the touchdown throw to Hall (Rodgers was able to evade the pass rush long enough to throw a bullet off his back foot).
But now the thing every Packer fan wants to know about: how's that new punter? Oh, wait, you didn't know that GB has a new punter? This story kind of slipped by unnoticed, but the Pack released Jon Ryan who averaged 44.5 yards during his 2 years in GB. Derrick Frost is the new punter, and he's looked good - 2 punts, averaging 46 yards.
One final note: the UW-Eau Claire marching band was at Lambeau tonight, and performed at halftime.
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Favre Vs. The Packers, Round (Week) One
So what are you more excited about this weekend: the debut of the New York Jets' new quarterback, or the debut of the Green Bay Packers' new quarterback?
Or the debut of the Miami Dolphins' new quarterback? (Joey?)
Personally, I'm just as excited to watch Favre's debut with the Jets as I am to see the Packers begin the post-Favre era on Monday. Does that make me a weak Packers fan, or a strong Favre fan? Or just another Wisconsin football fan struggling to come to grips with reality?
It's funny to think that exactly a year ago, most Packer fans were not predicting a winning season (let alone a trip to the NFC Championship game - for the record, I predicted that last year's team would finish with a winning record and make the playoffs, but I digress).
Here are a few fearless predictions for the 2008 NFL season:
-Green Bay finishes 9-7 and grabs a Wild Card spot in the playoffs.
-New York Jets finish 8-8 and miss the playoffs.
-Miami Dolphins finish 5-11, and Joey suffers from low self-esteem.
-Brett Favre puts up better numbers than Aaron Rodgers. Ted Thompson suffers from insomnia.
-I finish in the top 3 of both of my fantasy leagues.
Or the debut of the Miami Dolphins' new quarterback? (Joey?)
Personally, I'm just as excited to watch Favre's debut with the Jets as I am to see the Packers begin the post-Favre era on Monday. Does that make me a weak Packers fan, or a strong Favre fan? Or just another Wisconsin football fan struggling to come to grips with reality?
It's funny to think that exactly a year ago, most Packer fans were not predicting a winning season (let alone a trip to the NFC Championship game - for the record, I predicted that last year's team would finish with a winning record and make the playoffs, but I digress).
Here are a few fearless predictions for the 2008 NFL season:
-Green Bay finishes 9-7 and grabs a Wild Card spot in the playoffs.
-New York Jets finish 8-8 and miss the playoffs.
-Miami Dolphins finish 5-11, and Joey suffers from low self-esteem.
-Brett Favre puts up better numbers than Aaron Rodgers. Ted Thompson suffers from insomnia.
-I finish in the top 3 of both of my fantasy leagues.
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