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5 Packers on Hot Seat After First Quarter of the Season

By Brian Sampson

Jan 8, 2023; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) is sacked by Green Bay Packers defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt (95) during the second quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 8, 2023; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) is sacked by Green Bay Packers defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt (95) during the second quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports /
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MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 25: Keisean Nixon #25 of the Green Bay Packers looks on during the first half against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on December 25, 2022 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images) /

Packers on Hot Seat: Keisean Nixon

Keisean Nixon was a revelation in 2022 as the NFL’s best kickoff returner. He electrified the league with his speed, agility, and vision, earning a spot on the All-Pro team. He averaged 28.7 yards per return and scored one touchdown, a 105-yarder against the Minnesota Vikings.

But Nixon has not been able to replicate that magic in 2023. His kickoff return average has dipped to 25 yards, and he has not broken a single return longer than 30 yards. He has also made some questionable decisions on when to take the ball out of the end zone. He has fielded several kicks that were eight or nine yards deep, and failed to reach the 25-yard line. That has put the offense in a tough spot, with poor field position and limited options. He needs to be smarter about when to take a touchback and when to gamble on a big play.

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