The Green Bay Packers gave us a glimpse of the offensive juggernaut they used to be early in their contest with the New York Giants. Then, much like their win over Detroit, they couldn’t sustain it. Nonetheless, the Packers were able to hold off the Giants and pull out a 23-16 win.
Unlike the win over Detroit, which was largely the result of big plays, the Packers started this game with long, sustained drives. Aaron Rodgers stood in the pocket and his receivers got open. Combined with the running of Eddie Lacy (11 for 81 yards), the Packers seemed like they’d roll over the Giants.