As a retired high school football coach, I am not an expert! But, common sense dictates my observations - this is not ROCKET SCIENCE!!!
1 - Packer Defense
The Running Quarterback. The NFL is going through changes in quarterback responsibilities. The play that hurt the Packers is nothing new, many teams are running it! To allow the QB to run, untouched, seemed to be a breakdown in game plan & adjustment during the game. The outside containment was not there! Matthews & Walden at times were crashing, the safeties pursuit angles were horrible! The interior linemen were not athletic enough to deal with the offense!
Suggestions
a. Is is time to change defensive coordinator?
b. Draft - more athletic defensive linemen
c. Have a better defensive game plan!
d. MUST have someone to complement Matthews!
2 - Packer Offense
Overall, the Packers had a great season. The offense can move the ball & score! At times, there are certain defenses that cause the Packers problems. It seems that 2 Deep, bump & run, rushing 4 lineman at times will frustrate the offense. The better defenses, Giants, Seahawks, give many teams issues!
Suggestions
a. Why not draft a great running back?
b. Sign Greg Jennings!
c. Give up on Jermichael Finley
d. Run more crossing patterns & "pick" plays!
3 - Special Teams
The special teams had a good year, but a bad last game. It was difficult to have Jeremy Ross fumble during the playoff game! I can see giving Randall Cobb a break, but he had an entire year to rest, I would have had him back there for punts & kickoffs! And Mason Crosby needs competition! He must step it up next year!
Suggestions
a. Bring in competition for Crosby.
b. Draft a wide receiver or defensive back that returns kicks.
c. Trick plays are great, but think about game situations!!
Still love the Pack! And overall it was a great year!!! The fans, the stadium, and the leadership seems to know what they are doing. But, unless you look to improve & improvise, the NFL will leave you in the dust!
Go Pack Go!
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