3 ways Packers are better prepared for playoffs than last year

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - NOVEMBER 29: David Bakhtiari #69 of the Green Bay Packers leaves the field at halftime of a game against the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field on November 29, 2020 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers defeated the Bears 45-21. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - NOVEMBER 29: David Bakhtiari #69 of the Green Bay Packers leaves the field at halftime of a game against the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field on November 29, 2020 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers defeated the Bears 45-21. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /
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GLENDALE, ARIZONA – OCTOBER 28: De’Vondre Campbell #59 of the Green Bay Packers reacts after sacking Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals during the first half at State Farm Stadium on October 28, 2021 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) /

Ways Packers are better than last year: Passing Defense

Speaking of Douglas and company, the Packers’ passing defense is much more dynamic than a year ago. They’re giving up fewer yards per attempt than 2020 have a much deeper group of cornerbacks.

Douglas has come out of nowhere to give Green Bay solid production at one cornerback spot. Opposite him, rookie Eric Stokes has been solid even if he hasn’t yet made game-changing plays. Those two have forced former starter Kevin King down the depth chart even with Jaire Alexander missing time. With Alexander looking like he’ll return for the playoffs, this team is suddenly three-deep with quality corners.

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De’Vondre Campbell has also made a world of difference from the inside linebacker spot. He can fly around the field from sideline to sideline covering running backs and tight ends. That’s a huge upgrade from a season ago and will be a huge asset when the Packers play some of the best teams in the NFL.