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Green Bay Packers v. Rams: Behind Enemy Lines – The Divisional Round

By Paul Bretl

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 20: Head coach Sean McVay speaks with Jared Goff #16 of the Los Angeles Rams during the first quarter of a game against the New York Jets at SoFi Stadium on December 20, 2020 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 20: Head coach Sean McVay speaks with Jared Goff #16 of the Los Angeles Rams during the first quarter of a game against the New York Jets at SoFi Stadium on December 20, 2020 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) /
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Bret’s Prediction

The Green Bay Packers have enjoyed the luxury of a bye week. That is crucial for a team trying to heal players with nagging injuries. But the same week off can have a different effect, particularly on a team jumping back into the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs.  Right now, the LA Rams are playing their best football of the season.  Will it hold true at Lambeau Field? If the Rams are to have any hopes of advancing, it must.

The LA Rams’ defense is uniquely positioned to frustrate Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers. DB Jalen Ramsey can neutralize the WR1 of any team he’s faced so far this season. And the Rams have the type of pass rush that can bring Rodgers down without blitzing. As long as the Rams can keep the Packers from getting much success on the ground, the Rams will eventually cobble enough offense to put up some points.  It may not be pretty, but wildcard teams are not after style points when trying to advance.

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The difference is running back Cam Akers and Malcolm Brown in this one. They will combine to put up nearly 175 yards on the ground for the Rams.  And that is enough to keep Rodgers off the field and the Rams to advance.

Final Score: Rams 21 – Packers 17

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