Vin+ 3,121 Posted September 13, 2013 http://hosted.stats.com/fb/preview.asp?g=20130915009&home=9&vis=28 (AP) -- A quarterback known mostly for his mobility sat back and picked apart the Green Bay Packers' defense through the air last week, leaving half of the team's defensive game plan in ruins. Not much went according to plan for Robert Griffin III and the Washington Redskins in their opener either, mainly due to their once-dynamic running game being held in check. Green Bay faces a similar test Sunday, as Griffin looks to help Washington turn in a more complete effort on offense in his first visit to Lambeau Field. While the Packers focused on keeping Colin Kaepernick in the pocket after he torched them for an NFL quarterback-record 181 rushing yards in January's NFC divisional playoff loss, Kaepernick was busy throwing for a career-high 412 yards and three touchdowns - while totaling just 22 yards on the ground - to help San Francisco beat Green Bay 34-28 last Sunday. "When you're playing a quarterback that has those kinds of talents and can move around and has a strong arm, you've got to be able to (stop) both (aspects of his game)," defensive coordinator Dom Capers said. "We played one phase well, we didn't play the other phase well enough." Griffin is considered one of those quarterbacks despite having offseason knee surgery after leading all NFL signal-callers with 815 rushing yards as a rookie in 2012. But after taking zero preseason snaps, Griffin appeared rusty in Monday night's 33-27 loss to Philadelphia. A fumble, an interception and a botched pitch that led to a safety on the first three possessions forced Griffin to throw a career-most 49 passes while rushing for only 24 yards. He set career highs of 30 completions and 329 yards passing while tossing two touchdowns, but he also threw a pair of interceptions for the first time as a pro. "I'm responsible for the way I play," Griffin said. "You move on from it. I'm not going to sit here and say I was rusty. I've got to be accountable." Coach Mike Shanahan wouldn't bite on questions about Griffin's play. "I don't critique players though the media," Shanahan said. "We didn't do the things offensively that we needed to do as a group." Packers coach Mike McCarthy was more open about the challenges he faces attempting to stop Griffin. "He's a mobile quarterback that has the ability to stretch the defense," McCarthy told the team's official website. "He has the ability to make plays in space and he can make all the throws. In any Mike Shanahan offense, it starts with running the football." The Redskins, though, didn't do that very well Monday either, much to the disappointment of Shanahan. Their 74 rushing yards were far below last season's average of 169.3 that led the NFL. Alfred Morris carried 12 times for 45 yards and a touchdown, fumbling on the first offensive play and combining with Griffin on the botched pitch in the end zone that led to a safety on the team's third possession. When asked about the performance of the running game, Shanahan sarcastically asked, "What running game?" Washington also had issues trying to slow Philadelphia's no-huddle, up-tempo offense, something it also should get a glimpse of from Green Bay. McCarthy described his team's no-huddle offense as "up and down" in last week's loss. Four touchdown drives combined for 287 yards in 8 minutes, 21 seconds, but their remaining eight drives included going three-and-out five times. Aaron Rodgers threw for 333 yards and three touchdowns, while Jordy Nelson (130 yards) and Randall Cobb (108) each caught seven passes and a TD. Eddie Lacy ran 14 times for only 41 yards, though, as the Packers totaled 63 on the ground. "It's one game, we lost, now we go back home," Rodgers said. "You want to look at the big picture but also address the things you did wrong. We're going to do that and be back next week." Green Bay has won 20 of its last 21 regular-season games at Lambeau Field, with the only loss coming to San Francisco in last season's home opener. Redskins receiver Pierre Garcon, who caught seven passes for 64 yards Monday, knows his team is in for a tough environment. "You never want to start 0-2," Garcon said. "I know it's going to be loud, it's their home opener and we're looking forward to a good game." Packers safety Morgan Burnett didn't play last week due to a hamstring injury, and his status for Sunday is uncertain. Washington linebacker Ryan Kerrigan passed concussion tests and has been cleared to play after taking a shot to the head near the end of Monday's game. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch 874 Posted September 13, 2013 (edited) I know anything can happen in the NFL but I can't picture a scenario where the Packers lose this game and go 0-2. I think the Redskins lose big time to an eager Packers team with a sense of urgency. 38 21 Edited September 14, 2013 by dutchff7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Packattack247 3 Posted September 14, 2013 I think the game will be closer than an 18 point spread unless it just gets away from the Skins at the end. I would pick the Pack to win, but I think this one has shootout written all over it if Shannahan keeps the playbook open for RG3. Packers 35 Skins 31 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RazorStar 4,025 Posted September 14, 2013 RG3 still being off his game means the Skins aren't gonna be in this game for long. 34 21 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thanatos 2,847 Posted September 14, 2013 (edited) Pack takes this one. 31 20 Edited September 14, 2013 by Thanatos19 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AllYouNeedIsLovie 377 Posted September 14, 2013 Packers are gonna tear apart the Redskins secondary. Can't see them starting the year out 0-2 either like dutch said. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vin+ 3,121 Posted September 15, 2013 Jermichael Finley (toe) is active for Week 2 against the Redskins. Per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, Finley is "fine." He's a locked-and-loaded TE1 for Week 2. Inactive for the Packers are FS Morgan Burnett, CB Casey Hayward, CB Jarrett Bush, LB Nate Palmer, OG Lane Taylor, DE Josh Boyd and DE C.J. It's the second straight absence for Burnett, and a big break for Robert Griffin III and the Redskins' passing offense. Redskins declared K Kai Forbath (groin) inactive for Week 2 against the Packers. The recently signed John Potter will handle kicking duties. You can do better for a fantasy fill-in. Also inactive for the Redskins are QB Rex Grossman, RB Evan Royster, S Jordan Pugh, S Jose Gumbs, OG Josh LeRibeus and NT Chris Neild. Royster has the looks of a weekly inactive this season. S Brandon Meriweather (groin) is ready to roll after missing Week 1. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Favre4Ever+ 4,476 Posted September 15, 2013 What the hell... All signs pointed to Morgan playing. Damn it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DonovanMcnabb for H.O.F 2,241 Posted September 15, 2013 31-20 Green Bay. I didn't get to watch the Skins game last week but I know RGIII was getting a beating. Could be worse today. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Favre4Ever+ 4,476 Posted September 15, 2013 Looks like Eddie Lacy has a concussion... Not sure, but it didn't look good. Only the Packers... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RazorStar 4,025 Posted September 15, 2013 Can feel the buttmad from here. Brandon Meriweather getting it done. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bay 2,003 Posted September 15, 2013 James Jones son! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
housemd 338 Posted September 15, 2013 Aaron Rodgers is awesome Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch 874 Posted September 15, 2013 Rodgers is making me a very happy man in fantasy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Packattack247 3 Posted September 15, 2013 The receiving core has impressed me a lot today from what I've seen thus far, obviously Rodgers has a great deal to do with that. RG3 still isn't back on his game which is extremely disappointing as a football fan, but as a Packers fan I'll take it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AllYouNeedIsLovie 377 Posted September 15, 2013 Wow, the Redskins are garbage. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Favre4Ever+ 4,476 Posted September 15, 2013 The receiving core has impressed me a lot today from what I've seen thus far, obviously Rodgers has a great deal to do with that. RG3 still isn't back on his game which is extremely disappointing as a football fan, but as a Packers fan I'll take it. Amen. Jones, Nelson, and Cobb should be together until they decide to retire. It would be a shame if they aren't. Wow, the Redskins are garbage. Lots of garbage yards and TDs for Washington to get though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Favre4Ever+ 4,476 Posted September 15, 2013 Washington had the entire 2nd half to get hose garbage yards, and they did just that. I hate playing a super soft defense to preserve the lead for THAT LONG. AN entire half? Grow a pair Mike and Dom... Looking at the stat sheet, Morris and RGIII destroyed us, and there was no such thing going on. Oh well, fantasy owners are happy.O line start bad, but turned it around. Defense was good. Aaron was excellent. Everything working today... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dutch 874 Posted September 15, 2013 I know anything can happen in the NFL but I can't picture a scenario where the Packers lose this game and go 0-2. I think the Redskins lose big time to an eager Packers team with a sense of urgency. 38 21 I think the game will be closer than an 18 point spread unless it just gets away from the Skins at the end. I would pick the Pack to win, but I think this one has shootout written all over it if Shannahan keeps the playbook open for RG3. Packers 35 Skins 31 Dammit... I had the score at 20 -38 and changed it But yeah, my original prediction was right; 18 point spread 20-38 =/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Favre4Ever+ 4,476 Posted September 15, 2013 We should have scored less, then we wouldn't have let them score so much with our horrible soft cover zone base D. That makes me mad, actually. Although, if that's all I have to complain about today -- garbage yards and scores -- I guess it could be a whole lot worse. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigBen07 285 Posted September 15, 2013 480 yards and 4 TD's... Aaron Rodgers is just amazing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
