The Green Bay Packers [3-3] enter Sunday’s game against the Washington Commanders [2-4] desperate to snap a two-game losing streak. In their previous two games, the Packers have scored 32 combined points in losses to the Giants and Jets.
In last week’s loss to the Jets, Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers was sacked four times and hit nine times. Rodgers was frustrated after the Packers’ loss and mentioned that the offense needed to be simplified.
Rodgers backed off that statement later, but it’s clear there is some frustration coming from the future Hall-of-Fame quarterback.
What do the Packers need to do to win? Which players are key to a Green Bay win?
We’ve named five Packers that Washington players should keep an eye on in Sunday’s Week 7 game from FedEx Field.
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) is hit by New York Jets defensive end John Franklin-Myers (91). Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
You didn’t think we would make this list and not include Rodgers, did you? Anytime you play the Packers, Rodgers is the No. 1 player you must prepare for. Rodgers isn’t having a season up to his typical standards, but he’s still capable of singlehandedly leading Green Bay to a win over anyone. The Packers struggled with protecting Rodgers last week, particularly against Jets defensive tackle Quinnen Williams. The Commanders have a terrific pair of defensive tackles in Jonathan Allen and Daron Payne. If Rodgers stays clean in the pocket, one of his younger wide receivers could have a breakout performance.
Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones (33) rushes with the football during the third quarter against the New York Jets at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Aaron Jones is good. No, Aaron Jones is really good. In six games this season, Jones has rushed for over 100 yards twice and has over 400 rushing yards in total. However, he has only reached the end zone once on the ground. Part of the issue with Jones is head coach Matt LaFleur sometimes goes away from him too soon. The Packers have an excellent 1-2 punch in Jones and AJ Dillon, but Jones is the more complete back. Chicago’s running game had plenty of success last week against Washington, so don’t be surprised if the Packers follow a similar blueprint.
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs (87) against the New England Patriots place kicker Quinn Nordin…
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