Contain Aaron Rodgers
Aaron Rodgers is likely the most dangerous QB when he gets out of the pocket. He is the best QB at making throws after the initial reads aren’t open.
It’s something the Packers have been the best at since Rodgers became their starting QB. He has a ton of time in the pocket, but if things break down, him and his WRs always seem to make something out of nothing.
Here, he is in the pocket but the throw is unbelievably good.
What a freaking throw. Aaron Rodgers is 💰💰#Packers: 30#49ers: 30
1:55 left.https://t.co/18fhjoSWu7— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) October 16, 2018
The Rams will need to contain Rodgers from rolling out of the pocket, while creating pressure on him. Its doable, especially with Donald, Suh and Michael Brockers on the defensive line.
Donald leads the NFL in sacks, with eight. Those eight have come in the past four weeks, as he had zero sacks in the first three games.
Yeah, seems like he’ll be just fine after receiving his historic contract extension.
The Packers allow Rodgers to have an average of 2.87 seconds to throw (eighth best in the NFL). The Rams will need to shorten the amount of time the ball is in Rodgers hands to prevent the big plays from happening.
If the Rams are able to make Rodgers uncomfortable early on, it could be a long day for the Packers.