Cheesehead
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I've seen the stats that indicate Brady's struggles when under pressure. What's the scoop on Tampa Bay's offensive line? Will we be able to get in there with a four-man front, or are they too good to beat one-on-one?
I thought Tampa's offensive line was what won the two playoff games against the Washington and New Orleans fronts. That unit is playing as well as the Packers' unit right now.
How much film study does the team put towards the week 6 matchup versus what Tampa has done in the playoffs? That previous matchup seems so long ago.
It was a long time ago, and that's up to the coaches. LaFleur said there are things to learn from the game, but nobody is going to dwell on it. Sounds like a good approach to me.
I know the risk in putting a starter as a returner on Special Teams but given the stakes, is it possible we see someone like Jaire Alexander or another starter back there returning at some point in the game to try to energize the return units?
I wouldn't rule anything out, but that would be a pretty major change for this late in the game. That in itself, no matter who it is, comes with risks, too.
Mike - at first the crowd was supposed to be 6,000. I have since heard 7, then 8 and now 9,000 fans. What was the official count and is there and limit on the number of fans from the NFL?
The official paid attendance Saturday was around 7,400 but the Packers announced there were a total of around 8,400 in the stands.
You guys are the most talked about team right now in the NFL. In an interview with Davante Adams, he stated that at this point, the only team that can beat you guys are yourselves. What are some things that you think need to be fixed before the game on Friday?
I don't think it's a matter of fixing anything. It's a matter of finding ways to stay efficient on offense and continue to take away the big plays on defense. That and protect the ball has been a good formula for this team.
In watching the Packers first game against Tampa, my one overriding thought was how their MLBs wrecked the Packers game plan. How does MLF and the offensive coaches game plan to neutralize White and David?
I have no idea. That's why they get paid the big bucks and I'm sitting here.
My x-factor is Kevin King. With the way Jaire has been playing I think Brady is going to look to who King is matched up with early and often.
Very good possibility.
How can the Packers defense generate more pressure to disrupt the Tampa passing game this time around?
Pressure on the interior is how you disrupt Brady. It's how he lost the two Super Bowls to the Giants. Easier said than done, but getting pressure from the inside will make a huge difference, and that falls on Clark and a lot of times Za'Darius, who moves inside when Gary comes in on the edge.
Are we about to find out how much Tom's blood has thinned since moving to Tampa?
I suppose, but it's not going to be brutally cold or anything. Colder than last week by 10 degrees or so, but I don't think it's going to be some kind of shock to Brady's system. The larger question is how their perimeter players handle the ball in these elements.
Where is the weak spot on this Tampa defense (if any) and where can the Packers really attack them?
They like to press and get their hands on receivers. They really challenged the Saints WRs at the line, in part I think because they weren't worried about Brees being able to beat them deep. Handle that physical play on the outside and some opportunities will be there.
Who do like in the AFC?
I said when the playoffs started I thought Buffalo had the best chance to knock off the Chiefs, so I'm not surprised it's these two. It's hard for me to see KC losing, though, if Mahomes plays. But I don't think the Bills winning would be a huge shock*.*
If Dillon can't go, does that remove the 2-RB package (with Aaron Jones motioning out) from the playbook?
No. They could still do that with Jamaal Williams and Jones. It just puts a larger snap load on both guys, but there's no holding back in a game like this.