Green Bay Packers: Under the Scope (Week 3)

Sep 28, 2015; Green Bay, WI, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) celebrates with wide receiver Randall Cobb (18) after Cobb caught a touchdown pass in the fourth quarter during the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

The Green Bay Packers took care of business rather quickly Monday night against the Kansas City Chiefs. In a game where the score depicts a game much closer than reality, Aaron Rodgers continues to display why he is the NFL’s best quarterback. The Chiefs tried to muster a rally but Rodgers’ five-touchdown performance was simply too much to overcome.

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As always, we turn our attention to some of the smaller facets of the game. The eye-popping numbers say one thing, but let’s look at some playmakers on both sides of the ball that made this win happen for the Packers. We saw the great running game not only compensate for Eddie Lacy’s injured ankle but create fear in the Chiefs defense. Likewise, the Packers defense is beginning to become a force to be reckoned with as Dom Capers begins to toy with opposing offenses. And let’s not forget the man behind center; we saw him put on a clinic, showing no mercy with his veteran savvy.

Let’s dive in!

Editor’s note: Every week, we will feature a series titled “Under the Scope” where we discuss the more subtle plays observed in the team’s most recent game. These may include specific performances that had a direct impact on the outcome of the game. Perhaps they do not show up in the stat sheet with much fanfare but these parts of the game must not be ignored. Tune in for the weekly column where we put the Green Bay Packers “Under the Scope”.

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