No one would confuse Aaron Rodgers with a chuck-and-duck quarterback. His accuracy, the ability to place the ball in a perfect landing spot from bizarre and biology-defying arm angles, is the stuff of legend. Only Patrick Mahomes threw more touchdowns on shot plays last season, but the usual Rodgers surgical efficiency disappeared. Balls sailed uncharacteristically off the mark. Although a cavalcade of unproven or sub-par receivers contributed to the deep passing games’ vicissitude, a closer look reveals opportunities gone begging not because of receiver talent or playcalling, but due to play below the usual Rodgers standard.
Creating more big plays for the Packers starts with Aaron Rodgers, not Matt LaFleur
