The last time the Packers walked off FedEx Field, the defense had given up 42 points, the team had what felt like no chance to make the postseason, and Aaron Rodgers make an unlikely proclamation that would come to define the season.
Saturday night, the Green Bay defense couldn’t have looked more different. Jay Gruden had to send Kirk Cousins and Co. out for yet another series late in the second quarter to get some kind — any kind — of offensive continuity.
After three straight disappointing drives to open the game, Washington finally got some offensive momentum, only to be thwarted on fourth down.