Packers at Falcons
The Packers and Falcons match up looks like a barn burner in Atlanta. Packers, with QB Rodgers in top form,
showed the powerhouse type of offense they will need if they are to make it to the Big Game. During the second half of the season,
and right through the playoffs, the Packers offense is on fire. They will score points, no doubt.
But the Falcons will score some points too. As mentioned in last week's article,
Falcons led the league on the most
important stat in the game--standing out from the crowd while doing it. Earning 8.23 yards per attempt is a number
associated with past Super Bowl winners. See the article linked above for more info.
The question becomes: "Who stops whom?" Both pass defenses appear modest in strength. See our
Killer Stat, Defense
chart and you'll find the Falcons mid-pack at 6.19 and the Packers near the bottom at 7.05. Slight edge to the Falcons.
Packers defensive performane is shown in the chart below, GB Packers on Opponent Yards per Pass Attempt Allowed. Mostly weaker than league average
but when they were stingy, they won.
2016 through Week 17
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