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Here's what they're saying in Denver about tonight's game vs. The Pack
By Kevin Fischer
Monday, Oct 29 2007, 06:30 PM
Five things to watch
Five things to watch in tonight's Packers-Broncos game, from a printable scouting report by The Denver Post's Mike Klis.
1. This ain't Vince's Packers
This matchup must have Lombardi fuming in his grave. The Packers rank 32nd, out of 32, with 65.7 yards rushing per game. The Broncos' defense ranks 32nd, out of 32, by allowing 176.2 yards. Something's got to give, or go. The Packers understand their one-dimensional ways will eventually hurt them. Look for DeShawn Wynn and Vernand Morency to get some early carries.
2. Jim Bates vs. Jim Bates
In 2005, Bates installed his defensive system for the Packers. He left after that season, but his top assistant, Bob Sanders, stayed behind to take over the Pack D. Bates is in his first season with the Broncos. There have been growing pains. The Packers execute Bates' system better than the Broncos do. Why? The Packers' front four, led by Aaron Kampman, and middle linebacker Nick Barnett are as good as they get.
3. Mile High Salute to Brett Favre
The Pack's living legend quarterback recently turned 38. He nearly retired two years ago. The Packers aren't on the Broncos' schedule in 2008 or 2009, so this is likely Favre's last appearance in Denver. Led by Favre, the Packers rank second in the NFL in passing offense. The Broncos rank second in passing defense.
4. Packer Backer crowd?
With all the excitement over the Rockies being in the World Series, there was fear an inordinate percentage of tickets for the game tonight at Invesco Field would be snatched up by Packers fans. A first down by the Packers could produce a roar similar to a first down by the Broncos.
5. More Air Cutler
Broncos running back Travis Henry was walking gingerly this week, the result of battered ribs. Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler is coming off the most efficient game of his 11-game career, posting a 106.7 rating against Pittsburgh. Packers cornerbacks Charles Woodson and Al Harris are right there with the Broncos' Champ Bailey and Dré Bly as the best cover tandem in the NFL. The Packers' defense has at least one interception in 12 consecutive games, the NFL's longest current streak. Expect Woodson and Harris to try to jump a route or two tonight.
