Cheesehead
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Is there any concern about the lack of consistent contributions from Rashan Gary? Seems very similar to what critics said about him coming out of Michigan.
Mike Smith continues to work with him and the Packers are being patient. They believe in him and the more he shows in the snaps he gets, then he'll get more. I think they're in a good spot having Kyler Fackrell and Gary behind the Smiths. That's a solid quartet.
I didn't hear where Blake Martinez' injured hand came from. Any report on what happened, recovery and his effectiveness while clubbed?
No. I'm sure he's going to be asked about it today or tomorrow when he speaks with the media.
Do you think that Kenny Clark has logged too many snaps so far this season and might be the reason his stats are down?
I'm not sure Clark has been entirely healthy. Nothing has kept him out of a game yet, but he's been listed on the injury report in various weeks with things. He's not one to ever make excuses, but I suspect he's not entirely at full strength.
Do you see the run D improving from the 1st half to the 2nd half of the season!? I’m really concerned because these teams in the 2nd half know how to ground & pound! And they know that’s the formula to beat Us!
It's week to week based on how the Packers need to match up against an opponent. I didn't think the run defense was all that bad in KC. The focus was more on Hill, Watkins, Kelce, Hardman, etc.
The game plan and use of AJ as a pass catcher was brilliant. The inability of the WRs to get much/any separating was concerning. After Adams how do you see the order of WR 2,3,4 shaping up at this point?
I still think Marquez Valdes-Scantling is the 2, but after that it's looking pretty interchangeable between Geronimo Allison, Lazard and Kumerow. I don't think that's a bad thing necessarily.
It seemed the Packers were pretty high on Shepherd earlier in the season based on non-season play. Are there some players whose game, for whatever reason, just doesn't translate to real game action?
It happens. It's a big jump from the FCS to the NFL, and all signs during camp and the preseason were that Shepherd was capable of that jump. But preseason is also different from the regular season. There's progress to be made at every step.
The Chargers won the close ones last year, but not this year. What makes the difference?
Making the plays when they matter most. That's what this league is all about. It's always a fine line.
Packers running game proved it can run it when everyone in the stadium knows it (last 4 minute game ending drive) however they still seem to want to throw when they get inside the 5, do you think they will become more of running team as the weather turns in GB?
Williams powered one into the end zone in KC, and then on the crazy TD pass they went with the same personnel group and spread everybody out. They got a good matchup with a D-lineman for KC in space, but the Chiefs played the route combination well and switched on Jimmy Graham and Williams, and a LB picked up Williams when the D-lineman slipped at the goal line. It was a weird play all around.
Runner interferance or not?
Goodness, no. That was awful. What really chaps me is not one soul said a word about how poorly Gurriel played that ball at 1B. His footwork was all backwards, and if he's got his proper foot on the bag to make a legitimate stretch, it's a pretty easy out. Gurriel got rewarded with the out for a bad play. Embarrassing for baseball that call was made in Game 6 of the World Series, frankly. I'm glad it didn't affect the outcome. Really looking forward to Game 7 tonight.
Who would you like to see have a career game against the chargers? I would like to see MVS break out.
MVS's breakout game of 2019 is coming. I truly believe that.
I know it doesn’t matter, but I saw a ranking for coach of the year and LaFleur was not even on the list, but Peyton and Belichek were. Why no love?
Who cares? The season is only half over. The Pats are unbeaten and the Saints have won half their games without Brees. It is what it is, and there are two months of the regular season left.
Is having a new OC an asset or a liability for the Chargers this week?
We'll find out. These in-season moves can go both ways. You never know until you know.
Do you think the Smith duo should get some break during the game? Hope they have some gas left for the playoffs.
I do think their workload needs to be monitored, but they're also still young players in their mid-20s. As much as the offense has been growing and progressing in Adams' absence, I've sensed the last couple of weeks that the defense needs the bye week to get here. I think it'll really help the group.
I've always appreciated Rivers' play style, demeanor, interviews, etc. Kind of reminds me of Favre so maybe I'm being sentimental. I wish more success has come from his efforts. Have any good Rivers stories or comments on what's kept the Chargers from finding more success?
I've always liked Rivers. Can't say I've been able to watch a ton of his games, but a lot of people thought he wouldn't last with that arm motion of his, yet he's still slinging it pretty good. They've had good teams that have run into some very good teams in the playoffs. I thought last year they were ready to get over the hump, but it didn't work out.
What can be done schematically to slow the pass rush on Rodgers?
I don't think there are any magic schemes. He was sacked five times in KC, and a couple of them were on him. A couple were clearly miscommunicated assignments up front, which can happen on the road in noisy places. The protection had been really solid for about six games before a few breakdowns last week. I don't see it as suddenly a major issue, not with this group.
Who gets a game ball this week?
I'm hoping someone on defense gets it this week.
What was the Packers record in 1 score games last year.
3-6-1 I believe.
Just a shout-out to your photographer!! The shots of Lambeau in the snow were amazing!
Great stuff as always.