Chris Pedota, NorthJersey.com
The New York Giants need to be prepared to take on a fierce Green Bay Packers squad as they head into Week 14. With the playoffs in their sights following their thrilling 27-19 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, the Packers are confident going into this game and ready to defeat the struggling Giants.
DC Wink Martindale is up against a formidable foe.
Throughout the season, Big Blue’s defense has been a strong point for the club. DC Wink Martindale will have the difficult task of making sure the defense keeps up its strong play against the potent Packers attack.
Jordan Love of the Packers, who has just found his rhythm, will be one of the defense’s biggest obstacles. Love has been performing like a real franchise quarterback, ranking fifth in the league in passing yards with 22 this year.
Love has been blazing for the last three weeks, and the figures prove it:
Chargers: 27/40, 322 yards, 2 touchdowns, 0 interceptions, 108.5 rating
score against the Chiefs: 25/36, 267 yards, 3 TD, 0 int, 118.6 rating; score against the Lions: 22/32, 268 yards, 3 TD, 0 int, 125.5 rating
The receiving corps of the Packers is explosive.
Martindale and the Giants defense have other things to be concerned about besides Love. The receiving group for the Packers has also improved. The core of Green Bay’s powerful attack is now their receiving corps, which is led by Christian Watson, Romeo Doubs, and Jayden Reed.
Watson is an amazing sportsman. Despite his struggles this season with contested receptions, there is no denying his bond with Love. With seven receptions for 71 yards and two scores against the Chiefs, Watson demonstrated that, when aligned with his quarterback, he can be a real deep threat.
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