The Green Bay Packers put together a complete game against the Vikings. They came out of U.S. Bank Stadium with a convincing win. The Packers are now one win away from making the playoffs. They now host the Chicago Bears, who have been playing better lately.
Here is a look at the Packers performance against the Vikings.
This article will list the top five worst and best PFF-graded players from each side of the ball. We will also include some stats and some context to the grades.
By Analyzing these stats, we can get a better idea if they match up to what we see statistically. The PFF Grades are not everything, but give a good measure of where the player stands. A grade above 70 is good, and the 60s is average. A grade that is below 50 would be considered below average.
Green Bay Packers Offense
Top Five Offensive Grades
1. Jayden Reed – PFF Grade: 92.7
2. Jordan Love – PFF Grade: 90.8
3. Bo Melton – PFF Grade: 89.5
4. Aaron Jones – PFF Grade: 83.6
5. AJ Dillon – PFF Grade: 78.6
Bottom Five Offensive Grades
1. Josh Myers – PFF Grade: 37.4
2. Royce Newman – PFF Grade: 43.9
3. Yosh Nijman – PFF Grade: 49.1
4. Josiah Deguara – PFF Grade: 51.1
5. Jon Runyan – PFF Grade: 53.6
Green Bay Packers Offense Analysis
The young offense is exciting and brings optimism for the future. The Jordan Love and Jayden Reed connection is growing. Reed surpassed Sterling Sharpe for most receptions by a rookie in Packers history. The energy and grit he brings to the team is contagious.
Jordan Love played like the fellow Hall of Famers before him. Whatever Brian Flores threw at them, he was ready. He and Matt LaFleur have got something building. Love played one of his best games of the year and looked like a franchise quarterback. He finished with 256 yards and four total touchdowns—a night to remember for Love.
Lastly, Aaron Jones brings so much to this offense. Back-to-back 100-yard weeks for Jones while averaging six yards a carry. He has a knack for finding the hole and getting extra yards that he shouldn’t be there. He is what this offense has been missing all year.
Green Bay Packers Defense
Top Five Defensive Grades
1. Preston Smith – PFF Grade: 90.3
2. Isaiah McDuffie – PFF Grade: 87.1
3. T.J. Slaton – PFF Grade: 83.5
4. Jonathan Owens – PFF Grade: 75.6
5. Anthony Johnson Jr. – PFF Grade: 73.4
Bottom Five Defensive Grades
1. Kingsley Enagbare – PFF Grade: 47.7
2. Carrington Valentine – PFF Grade: 51.9
3. Eric Wilson – PFF Grade: 52.5
4. Darnell Savage – PFF Grade: 56.7
5. Kenny Clark – PFF Grade: 58.4
Green Bay Packers Defense Analysis
The Green Bay Packers defense rose to the occasion. The Vikings are having issues at quarterback, but this is the NFL. Mullens threw for over 400 yards a few weeks back against the Lions.
Though he has not been good most of the year, I liked Joe Barry’s approach in this game. His ability to dial up the pressure and hope the secondary could hold forced many errant throws. I would like to see more of Quay Walker blitzing with his athleticism.
Preston Smith finished with a sack, two quarterback hits, and a hurry. He is still getting it done in his ninth season in the league. The Packers pass rush overall was their best performance of the year.
With the Chicago Bears coming into town, the Packers must get healthy. Jaire Alexander will be back from his suspension, and Campbell should have a chance to play. Hopefully, the Packers can carry the momentum from the Vikings win into this week.
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