Aaron Rodgers had a fire lit under him last spring. First-round 2020 NFL Draft pick Jordan Love’s selection stunned everyone. Rodgers admits to pouring a stiff drink upon the announcement. Consider that Rodgers had begged the Packers to draft more receivers. Green Bay seemed to be putting the future Hall of Famer in his place. And sending a warning. Rodgers has used this situation as NFL betting rocket fuel. The veteran is having one of the best seasons of his illustrious career. His QB rating has jumped 23 points from last year. Green Bay is the top NFC choice.
Green Bay Packers 2020 NFL Playoffs Preview
| Odds | |
|---|---|
| Packers Odds to win Super Bowl at SBG: | +600 |
| Packers Odds to win NFC Conference Championship: | +200 |
Packers SBG Odds Overview
On the whole Green Bay is one of the most public sportsbook teams in football. The NFL’s greatest tradition and most storied franchise garner that. Vince Lombardi made his legendary fame at Green Bay. Of great concern is paying too much for the Packers. Public demand is always high on the Pack. Green Bay consistently turns profits with all this square and casual fan money. But a Super Bowl title remains a tall task.
Green Bay Packers Coaching Staff
Second-year head coach Matt LaFleur has proven to be the perfect fit at Green Bay. Predecessor Mike McCarthy was tuned out with an expired shelf life. Specifically, LaFleur is the fresh brain and voice that Rodgers craved. LaFleur made his mark as a quarterback coach and later offensive coordinator. He is 25-6 in his first two seasons at Green Bay.
Offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett has been in this role since LaFleur’s arrival. He has extensive experience as a college and NFL quarterback coach and offensive coordinator.
Defensive coordinator Mike Pettine has past NFL experience as a defensive coordinator and head coach. Last year he caught heat for the Packers’ putrid performance in the NFC championship game. But this year the unit has shown solid improvement.
Green Bay Packers Key Offensive Players
Quarterback Aaron Rodgers is a nine-time Pro Bowler and two-time NFL MVP. His career has been rejuvenated under LaFleur. Rodgers has a staggering 40 touchdown passes with just 4 interceptions. He is averaging 8.0 yards per pass compared to 7.0 last year. And his TD percentage is up from 4.5% to 8.4%. Rodgers’ 69.6 completion rate is the best of his career.
Running back Aaron Jones has surpassed the 1000-yard rushing mark for the second straight season. And is averaging 5.4 yards per rush. Fashion that he is a 2020 Pro Bowl selection.
Davante Adams is a four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver. He has cleared 1300 yards receiving for the second time in three seasons. Also, a career-high was his 17 touchdowns.
Kicker Mason Crosby has been with the Packers since 2007 and has 344 career field goals. Crosby is like a fine wine getting better with age. Since 2019 he is 37-39 on field goals.
Green Bay Packers Key Defensive Players
Linebacker Za’Darius Smith has been a one-man wrecking crew. To illustrate he has 12.5 sacks, 16.5 tackles for loss, and 50 tackles.
Packers 2020 Playoff Prognosis
In this situation, the Packers’ NFL betting advantage is a weak NFC. But winning the Super Bowl may be a bridge too far.