Adam: The Packers will have to maintain their gap discipline against the run and mix up their looks with some different blitz packages to try and confuse Brandon Weeden into making mistakes. Luckily, Weeden has proven to be an inexperienced turnover prone passer. The defensive line really needs to step up and free up the young linebackers to get to Weeden. Raji, Pickett and Jolly all understand they need to bring their A game in the trenches for the defense to have success Sunday. I think this is a great match up for Dom Capers to feel his way through utilizing his new inexperienced personnel. The young LBs have great athleticism and if they can be assignment sound, they should be able to limit Cameron's production. A.J. Hawk has played like a pro bowler all season and will be relied on to make some more big plays Sunday. Yes, I said Hawk is a pro bowler, check the tape.
Shane: Dom Capers will stick with his game plan from last week and use A.J. Hawk and corner blitzes, from Micah Hyde and Casey Hayward (if he plays) to try and get pressure on Weeden. Capes should play conservative and take his chances giving Weeden time in the pocket to hopefully make terrible decisions. That's what Weeden has done all year, no reason to think that changes this week.
Mitch: I believe we still can get pressure on a poor browns offensive line. We will continue to stop the run and make Cleveland beat us down field passing.
Who steps up on offense with Cobb out and Jones likely out Sunday?
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| Jarrett Boykin scores his first career TD against Cleveland Credit: Jim Biever, Packers.com |
Shane: Jarrett Boykin. In the off-season coaches and media talked up Boykin's growth and potential--it's time for him to step up and show what he can do. Last week was embarrassing and he'll be out to prove something. I predict he catches 6 passes for 85 yards and a TD.
Mitch: Jermichael Finley is the guy today. He'll catch six passes for 90 and a touchdown
The Browns have some talented pass catchers in Josh Gordon and Jordan Cameron. How effective will they be against the Packers defense and what kind of impact will they have on the game?
Adam: I think stopping the run and keeping a safety over the top of Gordon will be key factors in limiting the browns offense. Special teams will also play a huge role in the game. Field position will be important for the Packers on both sides of the ball with the injuries. I hope there was a focus in practice regarding special teams coverage because the Browns have broken some long punt returns. The injuries leave the Packers coverage teams shorthanded and vulnerable. McCarthy loves to talk about the three phases of the game and special teams is extra critical in this match up.
Shane: I predict either Gordon or Cameron will have a big day. The Packers just don't have the coverage in the middle of the field to shut down both. I predict Cameron goes off for 100+ yards and a TD, matched up on one of the Packers 8th string TEs. It won't be deadly or game-breaking if only one of them go off, but if both do it could be a long day.
Mitch: I think Cameron will get his touchdown and 60 yards. Not worried about Gordon. Packs secondary playing well.
Score prediction:
Adam: I don't expect this to be pretty. The Browns have an underrated defense and nothing comes easy Sunday. Injuries or not the Packers need a win at home against an inferior opponent to keep this train moving in the right direction. I expect Rodgers and McCarthy to rise to the challenge extremely shorthanded.
27-17 Packers
Shane: This will be a grind it out game for sure. Packers win in a close game 17-13.
Mitch: 28-10 Packers.
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