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5 realistic expectations for Packers in 2022 NFL season

By Brian Sampson

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) rifles a pass while Green Bay Packers offensive tackle Billy Turner (77) blocks Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Josh Allen (41) the second quarter of their game at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis.Mjs Jenkins 6 Jpg Packers16
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) rifles a pass while Green Bay Packers offensive tackle Billy Turner (77) blocks Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Josh Allen (41) the second quarter of their game at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis.Mjs Jenkins 6 Jpg Packers16 /
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GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN – SEPTEMBER 20: Jaire Alexander #23 of the Green Bay Packers reacts after breaking up a pass against Amon-Ra St. Brown #14 of the Detroit Lions during the first half at Lambeau Field on September 20, 2021 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images) /

Realistic expectations for Packers: Top 3 passing defense

On the flip side of the coin (or the field), Green Bay will be hard-pressed to give up yards through the air. After ranking 10th in total opponent passing yards allowed, they should have no issue jumping into the top three this season.

The Packers will have Jaire Alexander back and fully healthy, one of the best cornerbacks in the game. He’ll join an established Rasul Douglas and rising second-year pro Eric Stokes at the cornerback position. Even if we don’t know who will line up where yet, that’s the best trio of corners in the entire NFL.

They also have great supplementary players in Adrian Amos and Darnell Savage. The duo should be able to provide support against the pass, and Savage might even tinker with the slot a little bit. De’Vondre Campbell and Quay Walker will also help out with the backs and tight ends–leaving few opportunities for opposing quarterbacks.

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