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    Packers Versus Jaguars - Official Preseason Game Thread

    Well, last week we had a dominating preseason performance. Tonight, we're squaring up against the NFL's #2 defense from last season, returning all its starters.

    One starter for the Jaguars will not be suiting up tonight and that is right guard Chris Naeole.

    This week will be a HUGE test for the Packers because the Jags like to play physical football. They like to run the ball right up the middle, and win the battles in the trenches on both sides of the ball.

    The Packers are beginning to adopt a similiar style of play and tonight will be an excellent test for our young offensive line and our deep defensive lines.

    Can we stop the running game of Fred Taylor and Maurice Jones-Drew, the best 1-2 punch in the NFL? Can we continue to get pressure off the edge and force turnovers? Will our offensive line be able to hold up against the best tandem of tackles in the NFL? We will be able to move the ball in the red zone?

    Tonight will be very telling of how the Packers rebuilding plan is going. If we win both battles in the trenches, then this team will be pretty competitive during the regular season. If we lose them both, it looks like it could be another long year without the playoffs.
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    FIVE THINGS TO WATCH

    Mirror image: The Jaguars play the kind of football the Packers hope to play this season: good, physical defense complemented by a strong running game. Jacksonville ranked second in the league in defense last year and will punch the Packers in the mouth if they don't come ready to rumble. This will be the best test for the Packers' run defense thus far even though Naeole won't be in the lineup and it's questionable how many carries starting running back Fred Taylor will receive. Jacksonville ran for a franchise-record 2,541 yards last year.

    First things first: The Jaguars intend to play most of their starters through the first three quarters of the game, but the Packers won't match them. Because of injuries at running back, fullback and offensive line, coach Mike McCarthy wants to limit the exposure of the starters and risk losing any more depth at those positions. What's more, he wants to put players who are on the fence - such as ends Larry Birdine and Jason Hunter, safety Charlie Peprah, linebacker Desmond Bishop and defensive tackle Daniel Muir - a chance to play against the Jaguars' No. 1 units.

    Crunch time: So far, neither Dave Rayner nor Mason Crosby has flinched. Both have hit 2 of 2 attempts in exhibition games and roughly the same percentage in practice. Kickoffs could be a determining factor. So far, their distance has been almost equal (Rayner is averaging 70 yards per kick and Crosby is averaging 69.8). But Rayner has two touchbacks to Crosby's one and returns off his kickoffs have averaged 21.2 yards to Crosby's 28.0. The battle continues.

    Block and tackle: Rookie Korey Hall has the team made, the only question is whether he'll start at fullback. Veteran Brandon Miree suffered a setback due to a neck stinger and will be playing for the first time. Either Miree is going to have to play lights out or Hall is going to have to fall flat on his face for there to be a change in the depth chart. Hall's play on special teams continues to be a plus in his favor and he's definitely the fullback of the future.

    Feet first: Rookie free agent running back Corey White is being given an opportunity to show he belongs, but he's clearly on the fence and needs a big game to solidify his spot. White has the second most carries behind Brandon Jackson with 21, but is averaging just 2.2 yards per attempt. Jackson, Morency and Hall are guaranteed roster spots. White could serve as a swing man at halfback and fullback. If he plays well, then the Packers could keep him and either one or two more halfbacks to go with the other three.

    Tom Silverstein

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    • #3
      Week 3 of the preseason is the main one. Are the starters supposed to play the whole first half?

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      • #4
        We're calling them discussions now?
        "I've got one word for you- Dallas, Texas, Super Bowl"- Jermichael Finley

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        • #5
          The Jaguars plan to have their starters play 3 quarters.

          The Packers will play their starters for a half.

          Betting line has Packers getting 3 points(3 point underdog). Over and under is 37. I'd bet the under.

          1) Corey Williams should be have a good night going against lesser talent.
          2) Pickett will have more opportunity also.
          3) Rodgers will feel a lot of pressure in the third quarter. If he doesn't screw up the Packers could win.

          The Packers will have the halftime lead. A couple of third quarter drives will be nice. Ingle has to not turn the ball over late.

          Bottom line: Much of the games outcome depends on Aaron Rodgers making plays and not screwing it up. Post game threads will be about his play good or bad.

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          • #6
            It's going to be hard to judge--since McCarthy is going to sit a lot of his starters and Jacksonville plans to play their starters through 3 quarters.

            From JSO:

            First things first: The Jaguars intend to play most of their starters through the first three quarters of the game, but the Packers won't match them. Because of injuries at running back, fullback and offensive line, coach Mike McCarthy wants to limit the exposure of the starters and risk losing any more depth at those positions. What's more, he wants to put players who are on the fence - such as ends Larry Birdine and Jason Hunter, safety Charlie Peprah, linebacker Desmond Bishop and defensive tackle Daniel Muir - a chance to play against the Jaguars' No. 1 units.
            "There's a lot of interest in the draft. It's great. But quite frankly, most of the people that are commenting on it don't know anything about what they are talking about."--Ted Thompson

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            • #7
              Why the heck is the game so early??

              Five o'clock PDT!! That's before Happy Hour!

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              • #8
                Originally posted by CaliforniaCheez
                The Packers will play their starters for a half.
                I don't even know if they'll play that long. Where did you read that? I had read that many of them won't even play 2 quarters, and it sounds like they'll even put borderline guys in with the first team to see how they do against the Jags #1s.
                "There's a lot of interest in the draft. It's great. But quite frankly, most of the people that are commenting on it don't know anything about what they are talking about."--Ted Thompson

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by HarveyWallbangers
                  Originally posted by CaliforniaCheez
                  The Packers will play their starters for a half.
                  I don't even know if they'll play that long. Where did you read that? I had read that many of them won't even play 2 quarters, and it sounds like they'll even put borderline guys in with the first team to see how they do against the Jags #1s.
                  I predict they keep the playmakers in a quarter and then the rest of the starters in a half at least. I guess we'll know in 4.5 hours.

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                  • #10
                    Originally posted by HarveyWallbangers
                    Originally posted by CaliforniaCheez
                    The Packers will play their starters for a half.
                    I don't even know if they'll play that long. Where did you read that? I had read that many of them won't even play 2 quarters, and it sounds like they'll even put borderline guys in with the first team to see how they do against the Jags #1s.
                    Sorry, it was an AP(Associated Press) story. All I've seen is that McCarthy will not be playing starters in the second half.

                    Why can't the gme start an hour later?

                    5:00 in the afternoon is a bit crazy and hurts the national audience.

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                    • #11
                      Now you know how it feels to be on the east coast........in reverse!
                      Try watching MNF game when it gets over at 12:30, and there's still Tues. morning to deal with.
                      Or even worse, trying to watch a Sox game that starts at 10pm, when they play on the west coast.
                      What I'm trying to say is.........................no pity for you!

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                      • #12
                        Originally posted by CaliforniaCheez
                        Originally posted by HarveyWallbangers
                        Originally posted by CaliforniaCheez
                        The Packers will play their starters for a half.
                        I don't even know if they'll play that long. Where did you read that? I had read that many of them won't even play 2 quarters, and it sounds like they'll even put borderline guys in with the first team to see how they do against the Jags #1s.
                        Sorry, it was an AP(Associated Press) story. All I've seen is that McCarthy will not be playing starters in the second half.

                        Why can't the gme start an hour later?

                        5:00 in the afternoon is a bit crazy and hurts the national audience.
                        The could just delay it on the west coast...
                        "Greatness is not an act... but a habit.Greatness is not an act... but a habit." -Greg Jennings

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                        • #13
                          Originally posted by MJZiggy
                          The could just delay it on the west coast...
                          That is until a rabid fan of [insert team here] calls up bragging about beating the Packers......but in the West Coast it's still in the 1st quarter.

                          Not to mention the confusing game thread's it would cause.
                          "I've got one word for you- Dallas, Texas, Super Bowl"- Jermichael Finley

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                          • #14
                            When MNF started at 6pm and was done by 9:15 it was great.

                            Now ESPN has 35% fewer viewers than on ABC.

                            Sundays games start at 10 and 1. Sunday night games get over at a good time.

                            Usually the West Coast has the best times for football. Tonight if a person gets home from work at 6 the game is already in the 2nd quarter.

                            ESPN by bumping MNF up has lost many casual fans who won't join a game in progress. Kornhoser could be part of of why rating are down also.

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                            • #15
                              Originally posted by CaliforniaCheez
                              Kornhoser could be part of of why rating are down also.
                              COULD???
                              "Greatness is not an act... but a habit.Greatness is not an act... but a habit." -Greg Jennings

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