Arizona Cardinals-Green Bay Packers: Why the Cardinals Won’t Win

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Published: January 5, 2010

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... the NFC Champions.  Is it that hard to believe?  I realize the 33-7 win for the Packers in Week 17 was meaningless.  But momentum is a big deal in the playoffs.  After all, it was Arizona a year ago that won three out four entering the playoffs last season.

However, when you take a look at the numbers, this bold prediction isn't very bold at all. It's no secret that both of these teams love to pass the ball.  Both teams have a pretty good pass rush.  But Aaron Rodgers is used to the pressure, probably more than any quarterback in the NFL.  Rodgers' mobility will prove to be a huge advantage for the Pack. 

The Packers are going to want to come out and throw the ball to their playmaking receivers.  Well, it shouldn't be much of a problem when you consider Arizona is No. 23 in the NFL against the pass.  The Packers are ranked No. 5 against the pass.  Since Week Eight, the only quarterback to have a good game against the Packers was Ben Roethlisberger.  I dare...

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