Packers Versus Saints Final Thoughts

Some thoughts from the Green Bay Packers 42-34 victory over the New Orleans Saints Thursday night:

One early issue I saw last night with this Packers team is the same issue I noticed last season; the team seems to lack a killer instinct. I predicted a Packers’ blowout and, with the way Green Bay dominated the game in the first half; that should have been the case. However, much like last season, they seemed to rest on their laurels a bit and let the Saints stay in the game until the very end.

It ended up being a mute point and I’m obviously a little bias here but I disagree with that pass interference call against A. J. Hawk in the end zone on the second-to-last play of the game. I watched the replays and, at least from the angle I saw him, it looked to me like he made an excellent play on the ball. He didn’t do anything to hinder the receiver. This is why I think penalties like that (at least when they occur in the end zone) should be reviewable.

When the NFL moved kickoffs to the 35 yard line, I really didn’t think it was going to be that big of a deal. But, I have to admit, I was pretty bored with all those touchbacks last night. In fact, I think part of the reason Randall Cobb was able to successfully return one for a touchdown (ending a long drought for the Packers) was the Saints being lulled to sleep a bit.

The more I watch Cobb, however, the more I think he will end up being another Ted Thompson draft gem.

I think the same thing about New Orleans’ Darren Sproles. How did the Chargers let him get away?

It seems as though Mike McCarthy finally understands the benefits of a 2-back offense. The combination of Ryan Grant and James Starks in the backfield will make it tougher for defenses to just concentrate on the passing game and rotating them will keep their legs fresh.

I was a little disappointed tight end Jermichael Finley wasn’t a huge part of the game plan this week. He only had 3 catches when, in the past, it seemed like Rodgers was trying to get him the ball on almost every play. I wonder if they are still being cautious with him after he was lost last year because of an injury.

On the other hand, is there a receiving combination in the NFL that is better than Greg Jennings and Jordy Nelson?

I still wouldn’t trust Jarrett Bush as my starting cornerback. But, I had to admit, he seems to be improving each year. His coverage on the play right after Tramon Williams got hurt was pretty solid.


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