The Eagles are set to face the Packers at a challenging moment for Green Bay, as the two teams prepare for their Week 10 matchup on Monday night at Lambeau Field. Coming off a bye week, the Eagles are looking to capitalize on the recent resurgence of their ground game, led by Saquon Barkley, who showcased his skills in a commanding victory over the New York Giants.
As the Packers” defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley gears up for this contest, he faces the daunting task of addressing his team”s vulnerabilities in run defense. Barkley had a breakout performance against the Giants, rushing for a season-high 150 yards and one touchdown. Meanwhile, the Packers” run defense, which is typically one of the stronger units in the league, has recently shown signs of weakness, allowing 5 yards per carry over the last two weeks.
According to NFL Media”s Dann Parr, the inconsistency of the Packers this season raises concerns. Parr notes, “We”ve seen some cracks emerge in the Packers” run defense. The team has allowed 256 yards and two rushing touchdowns in the last two games.” This trend could be detrimental as the Eagles” offensive line has been dominating, creating opportunities for Barkley to exploit gaps in the Packers” defense.
Entering this critical matchup, Green Bay boasts the NFL”s fifth-ranked rushing defense, but their recent struggles suggest that they will need a much more robust performance against Barkley compared to their last outing against Rico Dowdle in order to secure a victory. With the stakes high, the Eagles look poised to take full advantage of the Packers” defensive issues.
