After a dominating defensive performance against the Seattle Seahawks, the Green Bay Packers now have the tough task of containing Dalvin Cook awaiting on Sunday. The Minnesota Vikings running back is the biggest reason for Matt LaFleur’s only divisional loss in 2020. Cook rushed for 163 yards and added another 63 through the air on his way to a four-touchdown game. The Packers will have to find a way to contain Cook on Sunday.
Green Bay will also have to worry about Kirk Cousins, who leads the NFL in interception percentage and is sixth in passer rating. Cousins could have a career year if he maintains this pace.
The defense will have their hands full, but the Packers’ offense needs to bounce back after a poor showing against Seattle. Last week, Rodgers had a passer rating of 75.5 – his lowest since the season opener. Rodgers did not practice leading up to the Seahawks and once practiced once this week as he nurses a mysterious toe injury. It will be interesting to see how the offense performs after another week without practice featuring all the starters.
Luckily, Rodgers has had a ton of success against Minnesota head coach Mike Zimmer. In 13 meetings, Rodgers has 24 touchdown passes and just three interceptions. However, with Rodgers trying to shake off some rust, expect another hard-fought divisional matchup when these two teams meet up in Week 11.
Let’s have a look at some key matchups that should be fun to watch.