![]() However, where this coverage can be attacked is over the middle of the field. ![]() We are seeing defenses around the NFL, including the Packers, are utilizing Cover-2 schemes much more often because of its ability to limit the big play. Play-action is also an important part of the LaFleur offense and, when done effectively, opens up the middle of the field as well, with the linebackers creeping towards the line of scrimmage. ![]() Christian Watson and his 4.36-speed was one of the more efficient slot targets in football last season, averaging 2.29 yards per route run, which ranked 15th among all slot receivers, according to PFF. With the additions of rookies Luke Musgrave and Jayden Reed, two slot options, the Packers have added quite a bit more speed and YAC ability to attack the middle of the field. I also want to point out that, in part, this was by design as the Packers go through their basic offensive installs this time of the year, which given how the LaFleur offense operates, provides ample opportunities over the middle.Īttacking the middle of the field provides the offense with YAC opportunities by getting the ball into the pass catchers’ hands while on the run and with a lot of room to operate. Although I was not charting every throw that Love made, I will say that the majority of Love’s pass attempts during team drills were over the middle of the field, whether that be with slants, crossers, or in-routes. A core element of the Matt LaFleur offense is attacking the middle of the field, something that Green Bay Packers first-year starting quarterback Jordan Love did often throughout the offseason programs.īetween OTAs and minicamp there were ten total practices, five of which were open to the media. ![]()
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