Packers recap: 3 reality checks after Colts' game in Week 11

Packers recap: 3 reality checks after Colts’ game in Week 11

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 24: Defensive Coordinator Mike Pettine of the Green Bay Packers looks on from the sidelines against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game at Levi's Stadium on November 24, 2019 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /

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Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Mike Pettine during practice at Clarke Hinkle Field on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 in Ashwaubenon, Wis.Gpg Packers 061119 Abw229 /

1. Mike Pettine isn’t the answer

You probably already knew this, but it’s worth reiterating. The Packers’ defense has taken a massive step back this year after showing some signs of light in 2019. And Mike Pettine appears to be at the heart of their slump, as he continues to make the same mistakes over and over and over again.

He continuously calls soft coverages that allow teams to get chunks of yards at ease. Those simple receptions then get housed–like Michel Pittman Jr. taking a five-yard crosser the distance without getting touched–because his defense is either out of position or awful at tackling (or both!).

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LaFleur thought long and hard about whether he should bring Pettine back for 2020 or if it was time to move on to a new defensive coordinator. After 10 games this season, Pettine has made the decision even easier on his head coach.

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