
The Cowboys come to town this Sunday night, and both the Packers and Cowboys are 2-0.
In the
Packers Season Prediction I didn't think the Packers could take this game. Even after the great start to the season, I still don't think the Packers can win. Dallas has too many weapons, and they are just too good.
However, in order to hedge my bet, here are what I see the 5 things the Packers need to do to win the game based on what I saw on Monday night.
1. Shutdown TO. Owens had two touchdowns against the Eagles Monday night, and in both of them he was ridiculously open. He was behind the corner and the safety and almost walked into the end zone. If the Packers want to win, they have to eliminate the big play from TO. He will catch balls, and he might even score a TD, but he cannot scream by the Packers secondary and score a 68 yard touchdown untouched. Even if the Packers have to put Woodson underneath and Rouse up top, the need to contain him.
2. Keep penalties down. This seems like common advice, but in the last two weeks the Packers have committed too many penalties, and mental, avoidable penalties at that. In order to win this game, the Packers are going to have to reverse that trend.
3. Take advantage of Roy Williams injury. The Cowboys starting safety is out with a broken arm. The Packers already strong offense needs to take advantage of his absence and work the middle of the field. A big game from Donald Lee would be sweet.
4. Wear Dallas out. Dallas played a long, tough, fast, emotional game against the Eagles on Monday night. They are on a short week and can be worn down. The Packers offense needs to sustain some drives and take advantage of Dallas late.
5. Limit Witten. Witten had 110 yards against the Eagles, and historically the Packers have had a hard time with big, good tight ends. This is probably the hardest part for the Packers, especially if they focus on TO, but if the Packers can limit Witten to 75 yards, especially on third downs, they have a chance to win the game.
I don't expect the Packers to win this game, but I have been wrong before. However, if the Packers can limit TO and Witten, I think they have a chance.