TIME TO BE CONCERNED ?

[Brandon494]

Never ask me this question in the preseason.

[Joemailman]

6 DL is going to run thin for some of the sub packages, but when only 2 at most are on the field, I don't think they can carry 7.

I think they keep 5 RB's and 6 DL to start with because of the health situation at RB. However, if by the time Neal is eligible Starks and Saine are healthy, I think they cut a RB and activate Neal.

[pbmax]

I think they keep 5 RB's and 6 DL to start with because of the health situation at RB. However, if by the time Neal is eligible Starks and Saine are healthy, I think they cut a RB and activate Neal.

I agree and I don't think they are done with him. He is one of the few prototype 3-4 ends on the roster and he has shown a good upside. He just needs to stay on the field.

[wist43]

No, I'm not concerned...

To be sure there are some issues and trouble spots, but getting whooped by Cleveland in the preseason isn't cause to push the panic button.

My main concerns at this point would be OL depth and everywhere on defense. Raji doesn't belong on the nose in a standard 3-4, and Dom Capers running his beloved 2-4 nickel as a base defense is a recipe to give the QB a comfortable pocket, and give up 5-7 yards, or more, on every running play against it. Hell, 2nd and 15, with Dom in that idiotic front is a viable running down for any offense. Never trusted Dom, and never will.

[mmmdk]

Being either 0-4 or 4-0 in preseason matters little; being 0-1 in the regular season after week 1 should get some attention though!

[pbmax]

No, I'm not concerned...

To be sure there are some issues and trouble spots, but getting whooped by Cleveland in the preseason isn't cause to push the panic button.

My main concerns at this point would be OL depth and everywhere on defense. Raji doesn't belong on the nose in a standard 3-4, and Dom Capers running his beloved 2-4 nickel as a base defense is a recipe to give the QB a comfortable pocket, and give up 5-7 yards, or more, on every running play against it. Hell, 2nd and 15, with Dom in that idiotic front is a viable running down for any offense. Never trusted Dom, and never will.

That 2-4 defense did pretty well in 2009 and 2010 against the run. But Raji does need to commit to run D first some times.

[Lurker64]

Being either 0-4 or 4-0 in preseason matters little; being 0-1 in the regular season after week 1 should get some attention though!

They lost six games a couple years ago, then won the superbowl. I wouldn't get panicked if they lose to the 49ers. This team might actually be better off going on the road in the playoffs.

[wist43]

That 2-4 defense did pretty well in 2009 and 2010 against the run. But Raji does need to commit to run D first some times.

Like anything else, teams have caught up to it... to whatever extent. Having only 2 DL on the field is an invite to run - a good OL should get you at least 7-8 yards against that front. Add to that the fact that Raji is getting turned consistently, blitzes are easier to recognize and pick up IMO, and it becomes too predictable with too many smaller players in the front seven.

The Packers get outmuscled up front on a regular basis - I just hate that; and I blame Dom for wanting to play small and soft.

I think the Packers upgraded their front seven in terms of talent, but if all Dom is going to do is put 2 DL on the field all the time, our front seven is going to get pushed around, and be worn down and demoralized - just like last year. Like I said, I've never trusted Dom - even after he calls a nice game, I won't trust him the next week.

[mmmdk]

They lost six games a couple years ago, then won the superbowl. I wouldn't get panicked if they lose to the 49ers. This team might actually be better off going on the road in the playoffs.

Might be spot on, Packers offense is a dome team for sure! On another note though; I still don't buy our defense is "fixed"...and call me old school but defense wins championships. I'm not worried that Packers will not win games this season but it's those games in january & february that counts. Or are Packers just going to settle for the occasional and lone SB win whenever a superstar QB happens to drop by Green Bay? More SB wins please!

[RashanGary]

No, I'm not concerned...

If he's not, I'm not. Literally.

[MJZiggy]

If he's not, I'm not. Literally.

Good point.

[pbmax]

If he's not, I'm not. Literally.

Good point.

I know what you mean, but the last time he was terrified of Dom and Ted the Packers won a Super Bowl.

[MJZiggy]

I know what you mean, but the last time he was terrified of Dom and Ted the Packers won a Super Bowl.

Good counterpoint.

[red]

jennings and fin returned to practice today. that means the offense will soon be back to normal, so all we need is a slightly improved defense and we should be ready to roll towards 16-0 and another lombardi

[George Cumby]

Never ask me this question in the preseason.

What he said.