Preview: Green Bay Packers at Lions
by Brandon on Nov 23, 2011 7:02 AM CST
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While the line favors the Green Bay Packers by 6 points over the Lions, which is a very good line for a road team, I don't feel that confident about this game. Maybe my opinion is based too much on their game last December. The poor play by the offensive line really sticks in my memory. However, when Matt Flynn is forced to play without having practiced all season and behind a struggling offensive line, that's the formula for failure. Protect Aaron Rodgers better and see what he can do against their pass defense over a full four quarters.
While the Lions have a great defense that forced as many interceptions of Cam Newton (four) as Rodgers has thrown all season, the Panthers did score three touchdowns on offense. Even if the pass protection isn't great, the Packers will have some success. If the offensive line has a solid game, then the offense could score 28 to 30 points. Unfortunately, I expect it'll be a long day for the offensive line. Rodgers will have to work hard to avoid hits and avoid turnovers.
This would be the time for the Packers defense to step up. Matthew Stafford still has a broken right finger (and thrown 7 INTs over his past 2 games) and even worse (for them) is that Calvin Johnson has aggravated his ankle injury on Tuesday. I expect they'll play, but they're not going to be 100%. The Packers pass defense has been shredded for a lot of yards and touchdowns, but they also lead the league with 19 INTs, which has kept their passer rating against to a respectable 79.4. It could be discouraging that Josh Freeman played so well against them last week, but the Packers have been very consistent this season. It doesn't matter who the opponent is, they'll allow a bunch of yards and a touchdown or two, but they'll also grab one or two INTs. I expect Stafford will have a game somewhere in between his disaster in Chicago two weeks ago, and last week's 5 TD performance against the Panthers.
The Packers also have some added advantages among the hidden stats. According to Team Rankings, they've committed far fewer penalties, and according to Football Outsiders, they're much better on special teams. In a close game, those could become the keys to victory.
Packers 30, Lions 27.
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I don't think their defense is well-suited to limit the Packers
their front four is good and they can get after the QB, but they allow a lot of rushing yards up the middle, and they don’t have the personnel in the secondary to play press coverage on our WRs. Rodgers should be able to get the ball out quickly – I have a feeling they won’t be going to as many deep drops, and will try to catch the pass rush off guard by going with a lot of under and crossing stuff.
Defensively – I think they’re going to be better off than some would think. I don’t think the Lions rushing game poses much of a threat, and they’ll probably have Tramon Williams on Calvin Johnson. I could see the TE combo of Pettigrew/Scheffler doing some damage – but outside of that I don’t think they’re going to have a ton of success
by rip_city_swagger on Nov 23, 2011 9:02 AM CST reply actions
I actually think this might be the one we lose.
It’s our 3rd game in 11 days, we didn’t look to sharp against Tampa, and the Lions are a great passing team. My friends and I have been saying that some day we will turn off the game as sad people because the Packers lost. It almost certainly will happen.
I know where I come from, and when you always have in mind where you come from the rest will be easy. I think the rest will be easy.
-- M. Rivera
Ive said since the beginning of the season
That this would be the one game that the Lions would win. I felt the same way against the Bears on Monday Night. This is the first time in over a decade that the Lions are playing meaningful football in late November and on a national stage.
The Packers are the best team with the best offense and the Lions are a good team with one of the best offenses. Aaron Rodgers is playing the best football of his career, but so is Matthew Stafford. This is a huge statement game for the Detroit Lions and the emotions and raw energy involved with this traditional game will be the difference.
The Lions will win. This game means more to Detroit and their fans with the playoffs being 6 games away than going undefeated. This will be a David vs Goliath moment where the Lions take down the Packers at the end on some pretty miraculous plays. This will be a close, high scoring, and exciting game. I can’t wait till’ Thanksgiving day!
From 0-16 to the Superbowl baby!
by DLions4Eva on Nov 23, 2011 9:42 AM CST via mobile reply actions
You say it with such religous fervor...
“The Lions will win” with such religious certainty. You sound like a Vikings fan…or a Bears fans. Bears fans said earlier, “oh we want this game more than GB” “it’s revenge for last years NFC Tittle game”. And splat went that “theory”.
Your scenario could happen. I find it shocking when you say “this game means more to Detroit than the packers.” Bears fans said the same thing. But you are just divining that…no evidence that’s true. In fact, I bet Packers players have been chomping at the bit to avenge last year’s loss. You can’t tell me our secondary isn’t motivated and psyched at facing Megatron, for example.
And does any of this pop psychology matter? I think it’s usually decided by talent, no? Virtually every team’s superbowl this year has been playing us. 10 – 0, us.
Anyways good luck and can’t wait for this match up either. But leave the Pop Psychology to Oprah Winfrey.
Looking forward to the Packers three-peating and visiting President Ron Paul at the White House in 2013
by PackFaninFL on Nov 23, 2011 10:09 AM CST up reply actions
You played the Bears during their first 5 games when they were struggling
Had you played them in the last 5 games as they’ve improved, you probably would’ve lost at Soldier Field. The Bears won 5 in a row after a 2-3 start and looks like a complete team. You guys are lucky you play them next at home and without Cutler.
As far as I’m concerned, you guys really are do for a loss. I know this is the almighty Packers who are perfect with their perfect quarterback and all, but the every dog has it’s day. I have felt strongly about us winning even before the season started. This is a statement game for us to prove we belong and the Thanksgiving Day game belongs in Detroit.
I don’t mean to be brash or sure of myself, but for the first time in over a decade, this game actually means something. We’ve been inept for over a decade and these games meant nothing in that time span, things really are starting to change in Detroit. We have a good young team who could probably beat just about anybody, Its not a 100% guarantee that the Lions will win nor do I think for sure they will, just a gut instinct that’s all.
From 0-16 to the Superbowl baby!
by DLions4Eva on Nov 23, 2011 10:49 AM CST via mobile up reply actions
And this is what separates most of the Packer fans with everyone else.
A little modesty goes a long way and you would get more respect around here if you presented your point with anything relating to what might happen durring the game. I think both sets of fans are excited because there is finally a game that matters on Turkey day.
by Fan_in_CO on Nov 23, 2011 11:22 AM CST up reply actions 2 recs
On Lion Fans
All Lion fans, given their team’s dismal history, should be treated with a degree of compassion. This is the first time in decades they can say anything.
by marcopo on Nov 23, 2011 11:45 AM CST up reply actions 1 recs
Thanks, its sad but true
From 0-16 to the Superbowl baby!
by DLions4Eva on Nov 23, 2011 1:39 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Eh.
I always liked the Lions (after my Packers and Seahawks) but lost a lot of respect for them when Matt Millen stayed as CEO after that 3rd or 4th season.
Hence to fight and conquer in all your battles is not supreme excellence; supreme excellence lies in breaking the enemy's resistance without fighting.
-Sun Tzu-
The Lions were lucky to play them at home in the first 5 weeks, then, too.
Chicago wasn’t struggling, they were playing a tough schedule. They played 4 of the top 6 teams in the NFC, and came out 1-3, with two road losses, and their only loss at Soldier Field to a team on a 16 game winning streak. They beat last year’s #1 seed at home in a similar score to the Lions@Bears.
13.
Grossman: Sup, you insulin needing bitch! The sex cannon has arrived! Now get the hell out of my locker room, you chinless mother fucker!
by Wiedmann on Nov 23, 2011 2:06 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
Enjoy your November Super Bowl :)
We’ll be playing in the one in February.
by mike_o on Nov 23, 2011 10:20 AM CST up reply actions 3 recs
You say that with such religious certainty.
No slogans. Just win!!!
Trust me
Until we beat the Packers, their fans will gloat and never really take what we say seriously. But I guess if my team was 10-0, I’d be the same way.
From 0-16 to the Superbowl baby!
by DLions4Eva on Nov 23, 2011 10:54 AM CST via mobile up reply actions
No, we take what others say seriously...
when they say something that makes sense. But when you come in with the “rawness” the “raw energy” and all this psychobabble. It’s stupid.
Give us X’s and O’s…we are not interested in your mind reading ability. Or how you read the ‘emotion’ in players (through your TV screen, no less).
Looking forward to the Packers three-peating and visiting President Ron Paul at the White House in 2013
by PackFaninFL on Nov 23, 2011 11:18 AM CST up reply actions 6 recs
Yeah, or all the talk about how loud the stadium is gonna be like we’ve never played in a loud stadium before.
Fire Slocum
by packallday555 on Nov 23, 2011 11:59 AM CST up reply actions 1 recs
Its not stupid at all
I can’t give you x’s and o’s because if I did that, it would lead to me saying the Packers should win this game based on stats and team record. However, its not any jedi mind trick when I say its a gut instinct. I feel that way based on last year’s games and how we fared, the improvement of the Lions, the circumstances and magnitude of this game, and the overall will of the Lions players to bring this team back to relevancy are the main reasons.
I know you guys are just sticking up for the Pack like I’m sticking up for the Lions and that’s perfectly alright. I think based on my own feelings and observations that Detroit will upset the Packers. I don’t know for sure if they will, but of all the games I was certain about, this game just means way too much to this team, the city of Detroit, and it’s fans to be a letdown.
You guys have no idea what we Lions fans have had to put up with. You never had a team that’s been as bad as the Lions teams during the Millen era, nor finish 0-16 either. The diehards like myself have suffered through winless and perennial losing seasons for over a decade and we finally- finally have a good team with a chance to not only beat the undefeated, former Superbowl winning, division rival Packers, but to get a leg up in the standings on the one day that belongs to this team would lift this team to a place they haven’t been in a long time.
From 0-16 to the Superbowl baby!
by DLions4Eva on Nov 23, 2011 12:10 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Props
Dont always agree with what you say, but you sound like a true fan. Congrats. A lot of people on Acme probably couldn’t have hung on during the Millen days.
Enjoy the day tomorrow, in more ways than the game
by Acme on Nov 23, 2011 7:29 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Thanks Acme
Gotta say you and Jabooty have been the coolest and most rational Packer fans of all. Here’s to a good game and no major injuries.
From 0-16 to the Superbowl baby!
by DLions4Eva on Nov 23, 2011 8:33 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Losing
You obviously don’t remember the 70s or 80s if you think Packer fans don’t what it is like to be seriously bad for a long time. The only games we looked forward to were the battles of the bay.
by AF_CheddarHead on Nov 23, 2011 11:58 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
I think what gets irritating,
to me anyway, is this game seems like a win/win for Lions fans. If DET wins then its nothing but gloating about how they knocked off the undefeated, defending champs, but if they lose then its well what did you expect they’re the undefeated, defending champs.
The Viking fans pulled that the week before the last game. Many of them were talking about how MIN was going to walk into GB and put the Packers in their place, all because Christian Ponder is apparently the spawn of Fran Tarkenton and Daunte Culpepper (pre 2005). After getting thoroughly demolished, their fans were just like oh well the Vikes aren’t that good of a team anyway.
My point is that in the grand scheme of things, this game is just one of 16 and even if the Lions win tomorrow, which I think they probably will, they still probably lose in GB unless the Packers have nothing to play for and rest their starters. More times than not I think these teams are going to split the season series so in my eyes a Lion’s win tomorrow proves only that they’re par for the course in the division, but the Packers will still be the best team in the NFL.
Packers' Magic Numbers:
Clinch Division = 4
Clinch 1st Rd Bye = 4
Clinch Homefield = 6
by Bezerkers on Nov 23, 2011 12:06 PM CST up reply actions 5 recs
Well, if the best team in the NFL gets beaten
Its only until the playoffs because everybody is 0-0 in January. Regular season achievements and records mean nothing when your 1 game from elimination.
I just can’t wait until you guys do lose, you guys are a little to high on the hog for your own good. Hell, the 2007 Patriots were a better team than your Packers and even they couldn’t win them all. So, don’t keep thinking that the Packers are above the Lions because this will be the biggest challenge for both teams thus far.
From 0-16 to the Superbowl baby!
by DLions4Eva on Nov 23, 2011 1:19 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
don’t keep thinking that the Packers are above the Lions
Actually, if you look at the standings, the Packers are above the Lions and this game will do nothing to change that.
Look the Lions are a feel-good story, I don’t think anyone here disputes that. The point is that it seems like people are trying to make this game more important than it really is at this point. There is nothing really at stake and barring some sort of cataclysmic meltdown to end the year, the Packers will win the division and probably have a first round bye. You keep trying to hype this game up but like you said everybody is 0-0 come January and when it counts I really don’t see the Lions having a team that can go 3-0 on the road in January.
Packers' Magic Numbers:
Clinch Division = 4
Clinch 1st Rd Bye = 4
Clinch Homefield = 6
by Bezerkers on Nov 23, 2011 1:57 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
the 2011 Packers have a better QB than the 2007 Pats though...
but they definitely had a better defense and O-line
football does not build character, it reveals character.
What?!?
Aaron Rodgers is better than Tom Brady? Um, no until Aaron Rodgers has 3 rings on his fingers and has in hall of fame status he’s certainly not better than Tom Brady.
Brady is arguably the best quarterback of our era outside of Joe Montana or Peyton Manning. Rodgers is the best as of right now statisically, but he’s not as Brady’s point in his career right after only a little over 3 1/2 seasons of playing quarterback. Give it some time and maybe I’ll agree with that.
From 0-16 to the Superbowl baby!
by DLions4Eva on Nov 23, 2011 4:14 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
LOL, no.
Brady is a cement footed douche who had the benefit of a good/great defense, a stellar offensive line & knowing the opposing team’s defensive signals. Belichick & Brady ran up the score against bad teams in ‘07, and still isn’t besting Rodgers ’11 statistically. Brady has been a starting QB since 2001. How many back-to back 4000 yard seasons has he put up since then? Exactly zero. Rodgers threw for 4000 yards in both of his first two seasons, and fell only 78 yards short of doing it again in 14.5 games in his 3rd season.
But Brady’s great because of his postseason success!
Let’s just ignore how Brady has lost three consecutive playoff games (& counting). I can still make this point. Rodgers has started 5 postseason games; let’s compare to Brady’s 1st five:
Game 1:
Rodgers: 28/42, 423; 66.7%, 4 TDs, 1 Int, 121.4 rating, 10.07 ypa
Brady: 32/52, 312; 61.5%, 0 TDs, 1 Int, 70.4 rating, 6.00 ypa
Game 2:
Rodgers: 18/27, 180; 66.7%, 3 TDs, 0 Int, 122.5 rating, 6.67 ypa
Brady: 12/18, 115; 66.7%, 0 TDs, 0 Int, 84.3 rating, 6.39 ypa
Game 3:
Rodgers: 31/36, 366; 86.1%, 3 TDs, 0 Int, 136.8 rating, 10.17 ypa
Brady: 16/27, 145; 59.3% 1 TDs, 0 Int, 86.2 rating, 5.37 ypa
Game 4:
Rodgers: 17/ 30, 244; 56.7%, 0 TDs, 2 Int, 55.4 rating, 8.13 ypa
Brady: 21/41, 201; 51.2%, 1 TDs, 0 Int, 73.3 rating, 4.90 ypa
Game 5:
Rodgers: 24/39, 304; 61.5%, 3 TDs, 0 Int, 111.5 rating, 7.79 ypa
Brady: 22/37, 237; 59.5%, 1 TDs, 1 Int, 76.1 rating, 6.4 ypa
Rodgers also had 3 rushing TDs compared to Brady’s 1 during the 5 game span.
13.
Grossman: Sup, you insulin needing bitch! The sex cannon has arrived! Now get the hell out of my locker room, you chinless mother fucker!
Dude those stats mean nothing
I’m not a Patriots or Brady fan, but Brady really is the best quarterback of the 2000’s and has every accolade to prove it. I’m not surprised at anything you homer Packer fans don’t agree. But, Rodgers was in school when Brady was winning Superbowls. Brady has 3 rings, Rodgers only has 1.
If they both retired at the same time after this season, Brady would be a shoo-in hall of famer in 2017 and Rodgers wouldn’t even be mentioned. Brady holds a the touchdown record and is the only active qb with 3 superbowl rings with 4 appearences, a perfect regular season record with the greatest single season performance ever, and holds the touchdown record for a season. Brady has been as good as Rodgers for a longer time frame.
I’m not saying Rodgers isn’t a great qb or won’t be a hall of famer one day, but Rodgers isn’t a hall of famer right now and this season won’t be better than Brady’s 2007 season unless he throws 51 touchdowns,less interceptions, 5,000 yds or more, and wins the Superbowl. Then, I would say he had the best single season performance of all time and would put him in the same class as Brady or Manning. Until then, he’s a notch below them.
From 0-16 to the Superbowl baby!
by DLions4Eva on Nov 23, 2011 7:19 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
So what your saying is that over a ten year span Brady has more rings than Rodgers has acquired in a three you span so Rodgers is way behind him?
Seriously if Brady retired after his third or fourth season he’s no Hall of famer in spite of having two or three rings any more than Rodgers is a HOFer after this year with a ring or two and likely shattered single season records. Brady didn’t shatter single season records or make a fourth SB until his Seventh year! Brady is a HOFer now and Rodgers isn’t yet that’s true, but that’s from manipulating the timing of the question not performance. Rodgers has been better in his first 3 1/2 years than Brady in his first 3 1/2 years, period. That’s not homerism, simply numbers
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by Buddhasillegitimatechild38 on Nov 23, 2011 8:06 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
The comparison was 2011 Rodgers vs 2007 Brady
Originally, I got off topic but to surpass 50tds, 5,000yds,a 19-0 record, and win a Superbowl is unheard of. Matching Brady’s 2007 numbers/records would be tough in its own right, but to say the 2011 Rodgers is better than the “single best quarterback performace ever” in the 2007’s version of Tom Brady is not only homerism, but just plain ingnorance.
Had Eli gotten sacked or David Tyree dropped that helmet catch, Brady would’ve been a big part of why that 2007 Patriots team would ultimately be considered the best team of all time, Brady would autmatically be considered the greatest qb of all time with 4 rings and all those records. So please do not come to me with this bogus comparison until Rodgers actually gets close to sniffing Tom Brady’s 2007 season accomplishments.
Until then, its just talk and homerism.
From 0-16 to the Superbowl baby!
by DLions4Eva on Nov 23, 2011 8:53 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
I agree that Rodgers hasn't played long enough
to be compared to Brady yet. He has a chance to be better, but I’ll wait a few years.
Brady would autmatically be considered the greatest qb of all time with 4 rings and all those records.
Not automatically. He may have the better stats, but I would still have Montana up there. Maybe Brady would be considered better by more but Montana would still be close. Also there’s that Bart Starr guy. He’s got just about everyone beat win it comes to the playoffs.
Good luck tomorrow. I think the Packers should win, but I won’t be surprised if the Lions win.
To Brady's credit there been a consistent championship winning qb and a brilliant statistical qb of most eras
For Starr’s 5 championships there was Unitas with the great numbers. For Bradshaw’s four rings there was Tarkenton’s crazy stats. For Montana’s four championships there was Marino’s stellar passing, for Aikman’s three rings there was Favre’s three MVP and for Brady’s 3-1 SB record there’s Manning all over all time leaderboards and yet of the dynasty leading qb side of these great qb of the era arguments only Brady had one season tha blew Mannings away (Aikman had some great seasons but I’m pretty sure not one single one of them was better than each and every Favre season)
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by Buddhasillegitimatechild38 on Nov 23, 2011 10:12 PM CST via mobile up reply actions 1 recs
You mean like how Rodgers is on track to throw for more yards and TD's than Brady in '07, is masking much more suspect surrounding with the Packers pass defense being so poor this year
And doing so with fewer interceptions, a higher completion percentage and a higher yard per attempt?
Seriously Rodger is only halfway there but his first 10 games have been better than anyone’s first 10 ever including ‘07 Brady so unless Rodgers slows down he’ll be better than ‘07 Brady an he’s been better so far
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by Buddhasillegitimatechild38 on Nov 23, 2011 10:03 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
Lions one of the best offenses?
Wow, calm down there buddy. Your lions offense is way to inconsistent to be one of the best offenses. Best offenses in football aren’t ranked 31st in terms of 3rd down conversion percentage. Do you guys have an explosive and potent offense? Why yes, you do. But you still need to be more consistent, and until last week, you guys relied on Megatron way too much.
I still think our O can dominate your D. As long as Rodgers has 3-4 seconds to throw the ball, our receivers will dominate your CB’s and LB’ers in coverage. The key is getting time to throw the ball.
They're one of exactly three teams scoring 30+ per game
That’s usually a pretty good measure of success right there by itself.
As far as both teams go, the offenses are clearly going to be what drives the score. Neither team scares anyone with their rushing attack, so it’ll be a pass-heavy game. The big advantage the Lions have in that respect is that at least two of your O-Line starters won’t be playing in this one – the dropoff might be small, but it IS there, and we saw what happened last time when your nicked O-Line went into Ford Field.
The Packers SHOULD win this one, by virtue of being the best team on paper in the NFL. I won’t be shocked if the Lions split home and home, though.
[...]when Giants coach Steve Owen, a certified defensive genius, was asked how he planned to stop Nagurski, he said: "With a shotgun, as he’s leaving the dressing room."
by NobodySpecial on Nov 23, 2011 5:43 PM CST up reply actions
As a packers fan I can see this, this is the kind of more suitable reasoning referenced above
That said the big x factor is always turnovers, Rodgers doesn’t turn the ball over. That Packers have the most ball hawking secondary in the game this year in spite of thier shortcoming and Stafford can certainly turn the ball over, especially since his hand injury
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by Buddhasillegitimatechild38 on Nov 23, 2011 5:52 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
The ball hawking is good
But I think it also reflects just how many pass attempts are tried against your team by teams in catch-up mode. I think that skews the numbers both ways – I don’t think your pass defense is really 31st in the league, but I also wouldn’t rank them as the best pass defenders, either.
[...]when Giants coach Steve Owen, a certified defensive genius, was asked how he planned to stop Nagurski, he said: "With a shotgun, as he’s leaving the dressing room."
by NobodySpecial on Nov 23, 2011 6:32 PM CST up reply actions
That's true
Should be a great game tomorrow
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by Buddhasillegitimatechild38 on Nov 23, 2011 8:16 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
This game means a lot more to the Packers than remaining undefeated
They want the #1 seed and only have a 1 game lead over the 49ers. The 49ers have a easier schedule the rest of the way.
CONFIDENCE
Handicappers are always nervous. Fortunately, confidence doesn’t interfer with play unless it’s the confidence of the player. I don’t think anyone on the Packer squad has a lack of confidence. That said, I’m confident the Lions will eat crow for Thanksgiving. Happy Turkey day sportsfans.
Rodgers will take some sacks, he has all season
but I don’t think he’s going to look “rattled”. Superior downfield coverage could rattle him, and that’s not something I see the Lions bringing. I just hope our defense plays a decent game.
by Archibaldcrane on Nov 23, 2011 12:23 PM CST reply actions
If the o-line keeps Rodgers upright and the team
Can avoid turnovers GB will win shootout or no
I certainly expect Detroit to try and hurt Rodgers
Not tackle him. Not sack him. Hurt him
It’s their MO and they saw the benefits of him not playing last year
If there is not at least one blatant cheap shot by the Lions I will be stunned
by Big10freak on Nov 23, 2011 12:43 PM CST via mobile reply actions 2 recs
Don't worry
We haven’t signed Charles Martin.
[...]when Giants coach Steve Owen, a certified defensive genius, was asked how he planned to stop Nagurski, he said: "With a shotgun, as he’s leaving the dressing room."
by NobodySpecial on Nov 23, 2011 5:45 PM CST up reply actions
Rodgers will be on fire tomorrow
I’m certainly nervous about the prospect of battling the lions in Detroit, but I also think this game will see Rodgers back in control.
I think playing in the cold bothers him more than he admits and going to a dome, even if it’s hostile territory, will allow him to shine.
The only real fear I have for the game tomorrow is injuries. Detroit is trying to develop a swagger, and at this point it shows up more as overly aggressive play.
I guess we’ll see whether all the hype was worth it in less than 24 hours.
by Slaal on Nov 23, 2011 3:10 PM CST via mobile reply actions
Interesting
Stafford is a big boy now. I love this matchup, I like this rivalry and I like the Vikings being irrelevant. Let’s hope the d is up to the task.
Aaron Rodgers and his crew will put up points, let’s just hope the o line has one of its better games of the season. 3 sack minimum, lots of dink to Brandon Saine and dunk to Williams. Play action over the top through a microcosmal tiny door that leads to glory—Nelson for six. Matthews has two point five sacks and the Green and Gold earn the admiration of Larry McCarren and millions of fans around the world of cheese cmonnnnnnn Packkkk dun dun di dun da na na go pack go dun dun di dun da na na
Packers 38 - Lions 17
Greetings ACME Packing Co. This is my first post and I’m a die hard Chicago Bears fan. I joined yesterday to comment about our QB lollapolluza but that’s all overwith now (and good lord, McCown? Really? I hope he doesn’t see the field.)
I am anticipating the Packers will do considerably better against the Lions than some of you, and that surprises me. I state that the Packers will win in convincing fashion because I’ve watched the play of the Lions closely in several games now and one thing has made itself blindingly apparent: Matt Stafford gets rattled when pressured and makes poor decisions and throws. (so can Cutler but that’s another story). He has been lucky in the past against inferior teams, but he paid the price against the Bears last outing, and against the 49ers. The Packers secondary may give up the yards, but they also have experience and savvy that will pay dividends when Stafford lets his innacuracy show. He can’t throw every pass to Megatron and expect him to come down with it in a crowd.
I wish you luck on Thanksgiving day, and I hope it’s a happy Thanksgiving for many reasons. I want the Packers to soundy defeat the Lions and give them a dose of needed humility. It’s obvious that I have a vested interest as the Bears are in a close wildcard race with the Lions. However, I would also point out that the Packers are an orginization that I have always been frustrated with out of respect. Your team is good, Damn good, and are to be respected for the quality that starts with the front office, continues with the coaching staff, and the players on the field. My recent observations of the Lions orginization and some entanglements with the Lions fanbase has inspired no such respect.
Pay Matt Forte! Now!
Thanks man
I hope we can shut these ignorant douchefucks up: We can agree to hate the Lions :-).
My recent observations of the Lions orginization and some entanglements with the Lions fanbase has inspired no such respect.
Completely agree. Good luck with Hanie… I actually kinda like him. More than Cutler, at least :-)
10-0. Hell yeah.
Up until Stafford injured his finger
he had a measly 4 interceptions in 8 games. (And just to correct the info in the post, he has had 6 INTs in the last two games, not 7). Granted, he has played against some weak secondaries, but he generally takes care of the ball. It’s been an up and down year for him, but I think that as he goes, so goes the team. Megatron will draw a lot of attention and open up the field for other receivers, whether or not his ankle slows him down a bit today.
I think this game comes down to whoever scores last. I’d much rather have Rodgers running my 2 minute drill right now than Stafford, as he has struggled on third downs and isn’t really a threat to run.
Here’s what Packers fans should fear: going up by a couple of scores and McCarthy going ultra-conservative. I’ve seen that happen before and if any team can put points up quickly and lock down on D with their depth late, it’s the Lions.
It should be a good one!
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- Ndamukong Suh
What makes you think that this works for the Lions?
Megatron will draw a lot of attention and open up the field for other receivers
It works for the Packers because of the high quality of our other receivers.
When Sterling Sharpe was our only high quality receiver, it didn’t work so well.
"Perfection is not attainable,
but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence."
"It's a great day to be great, baby!"
Skol is a four-letter word.
The Munsters of the Midway still suck!
And, allow me to clarify, please.
I wasn’t asking why you think the attention Johnson draws will lead to the field being opened up for the other guys.
That’s an obvious conclusion that I won’t argue.
What I was asking was why you think that will actually lead to more success for the Lions.
As I said, for us, it’s because of the high quality of our other guys.
"Perfection is not attainable,
but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence."
"It's a great day to be great, baby!"
Skol is a four-letter word.
The Munsters of the Midway still suck!
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