Thoughts On the Green Bay Packers’ First Preseason Game

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Published: August 16, 2009

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... While this is certainly not a sign that the Packers will go to the playoffs this season, there are several good things fans and coaches can take away from this game.

The offense looks primed. Other than the fact that every other pass Rodgers threw was going deep, the offense looked ready early, which was a problem for the Pack last year, getting shut out in the first quarter six times last year. Donald Driver shows no signs of wear, as his only catch was a 53 yard bomb from Rodgers.

Does Mason Crosby have a leg or what? Mason Crosby missed his first two field goals of the night. What is good about that? He took the attempts from 60 and 55 yards out, only missing the 60 yarder by hitting the left upright. This is a good sign for the Packer's kicking game as Crosby can kick it from nearly anywhere on the field.

Matt Flynn is really good. While he won't battle for the starting job, Flynn should put Packer fans at ease should Rodgers ever go down with his m...

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