Both teams played each other in Week 5 with the Packers winning 23-16. It was a costly victory as Eddie Lacy was lost due to an ankle injury and would re-injure it the next week and be put on IR.
The Giants defense picked off Rodgers twice. But had issues with the Packers offensive line and the running game.
Giants offense was... underwhelming and its been a trend throughout the season. The Packers in the first matchup were also missing CBs and come into this matchup just as banged up with Rollins and Randall being hurt. However, they have played terrible football.
The Packers went from 4-6 to 10-6 with Aaron Rodgers returning to MVP form, Jordy Nelson playing in the slot, and Jared Cook providing a new element in the passing game at TE. Ty Montgomery has been playing RB and being very effective. The Packers offensive line has been superb in pass protection all season providing Rodgers with tons of time even against the best front sevens in football. GB is also 5-2 vs. teams currently in the postseason, the most Ws against playoff teams amongst all teams in the tournament.
Will OBJ be able to torch the Packers secondary? Will Eli bring back the January magic and break the hearts of Lambeau again? Or will Rodgers and the Packers offense continue their hot streak and get scores vs. a good Giants defense?
