Packers Pregame Thread (Hopkins cut)

Chief X_Phackter · 10-22-2021, 06:57 PM

After six games, GB is probably who we think they are. A pretty good (but beatable) 5-1 team.

That loss to the Saints was probably more of an anomaly than anything.
The Lions had the lead at halftime, then shit the bed in the 2nd half with two turnovers, and two failed 4th down conversions.
The 49ers had the lead with 37 seconds left, then shit the bed allowing the Packers to go 42 yards in 34 seconds to hit the game-winning 51 yard FG.
They seemingly handled the Steelers without much trouble.
They won in OT against the Bengals - both teams inexplicably missing FGs in OT, before GB hit the game-winning 49 yarder.
They beat da Bears without much trouble, although their defense did give up two 80 yard TD drives to Justin Fields.

Could be 4-2 or 3-3. Coulda, woulda, shoulda - their record is 5-1.

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After six games, I am of the opinion that the WFT is not who we think they are.

I won't recap all of their games, my guess is that most on here have seen them. It's looked mostly bad with a bright spot sprinkled in here and there. They could easily be 0-6 right? But if you say that, then you also have to acknowledge that they could easily be 4-2. 4-point loss to the Chargers, and basically beat the Saints in almost every category except the one that counts - the scoreboard. Again, coulda, woulda, shoulda - their record is 2-4.

Anyway, I have forgotten all about the first six games because I like WFT to win this one on the road.

Overall, compared to my expectations starting the season, the offense has been a pleasant surprise; although not very impressive of late. This week I am expecting a big game from Heinicke - no turnovers, making plays on the run, and being aggressive. I am expecting a successful running game with McKissic/Gibson/Patterson - 175+ yards rushing combined. Lastly, McLaurin/Humphries are going to make enough big plays to keep the scoreboard on our side. I'm looking at 400+ total yards of offense this week.

The defense has been a huge disappointment to say the least. It was supposed to be the reason they would compete this year, but instead it's the reason they have lost four games so far. That being said, I don't expect it to continue. I see them getting it together this week against a beat up O-line. Chase has had two sacks in the last two games, the interior has been solid all year, and the secondary just cannot continue to look as bad as they have in the early going. I think they get to Rodgers early and often, and he has a game like he did in week 1. + 3 turnover ratio ought to do it.

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GB has to turn around and play the undefeated Cardinals four days after this contest. No way they aren't looking forward at that matchup.

Every once in a while, what everybody knows should happen, doesn't. This is that game this week.

Footnote: If they pull it off, I'm calling it the start of a six game winning streak.

Gotta go - need another shot of tequila.

punch it in · 10-22-2021, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Chief X_Phackter

Footnote: If they pull it off, I'm calling it the start of a six game winning streak.

Gotta go - need another shot of tequila.

Huge tequila fan. They go on a six game win streak im sending you a case of tequila- your choice. Hell I might even drive it there just to shake your hand!

OnceWeWereKings · 10-24-2021, 12:45 AM

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Originally Posted by punch it in

Huge tequila fan. They go on a six game win streak im sending you a case of tequila- your choice. Hell I might even drive it there just to shake your hand!

I had a bad experience with tequila many years ago, and since the smell has made me nauseous. I can deal with a margarita....
that being said...if i wanted to try something again, whats a good brand thats kind of available everywhere, and how would i drink it? like a scotch? neat or rocks? any drinks i should look up how to make?

pack attack: 47
httwft: 10

punch it in · 10-24-2021, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by OnceWeWereKings

I had a bad experience with tequila many years ago, and since the smell has made me nauseous. I can deal with a margarita....
that being said...if i wanted to try something again, whats a good brand thats kind of available everywhere, and how would i drink it? like a scotch? neat or rocks? any drinks i should look up how to make?

pack attack: 47
httwft: 10

So after years of trying different expensive tequilas…1800 (silver) is my favorite. Great taste. I buy the Goya Mango nectar (usually in supermarket by all the goya stuff) and mix it up with a shot on the rocks. If you cant find goya I suppose any mango nectar will do. I also enjoy just doing a shot of it if im in a rush - got a nice taste - no salt necessary.
Oh I don’t know if you partake but I always feel the need to say do not go overboard with the tequila when partaking. Ooof.

Them - 42
Us - 23

OnceWeWereKings · 10-24-2021, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by punch it in

So after years of trying different expensive tequilas…1800 (silver) is my favorite. Great taste. I buy the Goya Mango nectar (usually in supermarket by all the goya stuff) and mix it up with a shot on the rocks. If you cant find goya I suppose any mango nectar will do. I also enjoy just doing a shot of it if im in a rush - got a nice taste - no salt necessary.

Them - 42
Us - 23

Much appreciated. Looks like the ol'grocery list just got a little longer. Haha
Sorry for the off topic chat....thats really all we have anymore, though.

FrenchSkin · 10-24-2021, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by OnceWeWereKings

Much appreciated. Looks like the ol'grocery list just got a little longer. Haha
Sorry for the off topic chat....thats really all we have anymore, though.

Yeah that's really out of the line man. It would be highly appreciated if you could stir the conversation back to serious things such as how well our secondary is gonna keep Davante Adams in check, and how Aaron Rodgers is gonna struggle against our elite front seven (now that Collins is officially a LB).

OnceWeWereKings · 10-24-2021, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by FrenchSkin

Yeah that's really out of the line man. It would be highly appreciated if you could stir the conversation back to serious things such as how well our secondary is gonna keep Davante Adams in check, and how Aaron Rodgers is gonna struggle against our elite front seven (now that Collins is officially a LB).

Is he going to be listed as lb, or did Rivera just kind of say that he pictures him at lb?

I think this one is gonna be brutal. I think Gibson is put early, and mckisic can't handle the role of every down back. Heineken running for his life, and the d playing the exact we've seen.

I hope I'm wrong...but there hasn't really even been a glimmer of hope this year against real teams, and only a little glimmer against bad ones.

punch it in · 10-24-2021, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by OnceWeWereKings

Much appreciated. Looks like the ol'grocery list just got a little longer. Haha
Sorry for the off topic chat....thats really all we have anymore, though.

Don’t think drinking and watching this team are off topic at all!

OnceWeWereKings · 10-24-2021, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by punch it in

Don’t think drinking and watching this team are off topic at all!

Truer words have never been said.
I'm on that Sam adams oktoberfest tip today for the game.
Woo!

10-22-2021, 06:57 PM	#1
Chief X_Phackter Pro Bowl Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Lakewood, CO Posts: 5,644	Re: Packers Pregame Thread (Hopkins cut) After six games, GB is probably who we think they are. A pretty good (but beatable) 5-1 team. That loss to the Saints was probably more of an anomaly than anything. The Lions had the lead at halftime, then shit the bed in the 2nd half with two turnovers, and two failed 4th down conversions. The 49ers had the lead with 37 seconds left, then shit the bed allowing the Packers to go 42 yards in 34 seconds to hit the game-winning 51 yard FG. They seemingly handled the Steelers without much trouble. They won in OT against the Bengals - both teams inexplicably missing FGs in OT, before GB hit the game-winning 49 yarder. They beat da Bears without much trouble, although their defense did give up two 80 yard TD drives to Justin Fields. Could be 4-2 or 3-3. Coulda, woulda, shoulda - their record is 5-1. ------------------ After six games, I am of the opinion that the WFT is not who we think they are. I won't recap all of their games, my guess is that most on here have seen them. It's looked mostly bad with a bright spot sprinkled in here and there. They could easily be 0-6 right? But if you say that, then you also have to acknowledge that they could easily be 4-2. 4-point loss to the Chargers, and basically beat the Saints in almost every category except the one that counts - the scoreboard. Again, coulda, woulda, shoulda - their record is 2-4. Anyway, I have forgotten all about the first six games because I like WFT to win this one on the road. Overall, compared to my expectations starting the season, the offense has been a pleasant surprise; although not very impressive of late. This week I am expecting a big game from Heinicke - no turnovers, making plays on the run, and being aggressive. I am expecting a successful running game with McKissic/Gibson/Patterson - 175+ yards rushing combined. Lastly, McLaurin/Humphries are going to make enough big plays to keep the scoreboard on our side. I'm looking at 400+ total yards of offense this week. The defense has been a huge disappointment to say the least. It was supposed to be the reason they would compete this year, but instead it's the reason they have lost four games so far. That being said, I don't expect it to continue. I see them getting it together this week against a beat up O-line. Chase has had two sacks in the last two games, the interior has been solid all year, and the secondary just cannot continue to look as bad as they have in the early going. I think they get to Rodgers early and often, and he has a game like he did in week 1. + 3 turnover ratio ought to do it. ------------------ GB has to turn around and play the undefeated Cardinals four days after this contest. No way they aren't looking forward at that matchup. Every once in a while, what everybody knows should happen, doesn't. This is that game this week. Footnote: If they pull it off, I'm calling it the start of a six game winning streak. Gotta go - need another shot of tequila.

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