Field Report: Packers 27, Jaguars 23
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The Packers opened up their 2016 season in beautiful Jacksonville, Florida. I'll put the over/under on the percentage of fans attending the game who got a sunburn at 80%.
Just hit 90 here. Cabana deck fans are prepared. They say the pool temp is "pretty hot." #GBvsJAX pic.twitter.com/Cx4fKAeTvD
— Eric Adelson (@eric_adelson) September 11, 2016
In case you missed it, here are the #Packers inactives for #GBvsJAX: pic.twitter.com/xHbp2QToVq
— Aaron Nagler (@AaronNagler) September 11, 2016
It's hot, but not this hot! 🌡 #GBvsJAX #GoPackGo pic.twitter.com/nsvumnvKfZ
— Green Bay Packers (@packers) September 11, 2016
#GoPackGo #GBvsJAX #NFLKickoff pic.twitter.com/JJMCRqA3eP
— J Lasecki (@CheeseheadCHAMP) September 11, 2016
This #Packers fan came a long way to see his team go 0-1. #GBvsJAX pic.twitter.com/dAYIg4ibmj
— Sam Kouvaris (@samsportsline) September 11, 2016
The two teams helped hold a field-sized flag on the fifteenth anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks.
Great way to spend 9/11. #GBvsJAX #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/NSPgLaDqVz
— Suki (@skickwriter) September 11, 2016
To #Remember911 , @TelvinSmith_22 and local firefighters help hold a field wide flag at #GBvsJAX #WeWillNeverForget pic.twitter.com/LnCjm8m1mf
— Melina Myers (@melinasphotos) September 11, 2016
All @packers stood #GoPackGo pic.twitter.com/RJNNFgL5a6
— RebelBadger001 (@RebelBadger001) September 11, 2016
First Quarter
The Packers opened the game on a high note. Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles was intercepted by Packers linebacker Joe Thomas, and Aaron Rodgers did his 'discount double check' celebration after a rushing touchdown.
It took all of five offensive plays for Aaron Rodgers to catch a defense with 12 men on the field #GBvsJAX
— Wes Hodkiewicz (@WesHod) September 11, 2016
First takeaway of 2016! #GBvsJAX #GoPackGo pic.twitter.com/gABtkwkZiu
— Green Bay Packers (@packers) September 11, 2016
It can't be an accident #Packers coach Mike McCarthy took the first fourth-and-1 he got, and ran it in the left B gap. Sign to whole team.
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) September 11, 2016
First crazy int of the season. #gb https://t.co/mpAPLgZNCC
— Melissa Jacobs (@thefootballgirl) September 11, 2016
Lots of interchanging by Clay Matthews and Nick Perry at the OLB spots. Flipping on just about every play. #Packers
— Michael Cohen (@Michael_Cohen13) September 11, 2016
Joe Thomas having a nice game: an INT and then blew up the running back on a blitz that resulted in Matthews sack.
— Rob Demovsky (@RobDemovsky) September 11, 2016
The two rookies: Clark and Lowry in together on the #Packers defensive line to start this next series.
— Rob Demovsky (@RobDemovsky) September 11, 2016
#Packers ILB Jake Ryan struggling mightily in space. Blocked out of the lane there, slow to cover Mercedes Lewis earlier.
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) September 11, 2016
Jake Schum's first punt as a Packer since taking over for Tim Masthay is a 56-yarder.
— Michelle Bruton (@Michelle_NFL) September 11, 2016
Jared Abbrederis and Jeff Janis were the two gunners for the #Packers.
— Michael Cohen (@Michael_Cohen13) September 11, 2016
On his 12th snap of game, #Packers DE Mike Daniels kicked out by a double-team block. Daniels & Guion taking almost every snap in this heat.
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) September 11, 2016
Another stalled drive for the Packers. Worth noting however that McCarthy has used a lot of different formations thus far. Change from 2015.
— Jason B. Hirschhorn (@by_JBH) September 11, 2016
On two defensive series, I'm not sure I spotted Julius Peppers. Packers definitely limiting the 36-year-old's snap count.
— Jason B. Hirschhorn (@by_JBH) September 11, 2016
With that sack, @ClayMatthews52 tied Reggie White for second all-time in franchise history with 68.5 sacks. #GBvsJAX pic.twitter.com/LaaVkS38Xt
— Green Bay Packers (@packers) September 11, 2016
The Clay Matthews sack, poor Denard Robinson pic.twitter.com/cXyDM01eMw
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) September 11, 2016
Something to watch at end of first quarter: #Packers DTs Mike Daniels and Letroy Guion both on pace for more than 50 snaps. Little rotation.
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) September 11, 2016
Second Quarter
Jacksonville refused to let Green Bay roll. The Jaguars matched the Packers score for score. Had it not been for a miraculous Aaron Rodgers to Davante Adams touchdown grab at the conclusion of the quarter, Jacksonville would have taken a lead into halftime.
Burnett does what he does best - support the run - after getting beaten in coverage on two straight plays.
— Acme Packing Company (@acmepackingco) September 11, 2016
4th-and-5 from beyond the 50 is pretty reasonable go-for-it territory. Jaguars HC Gus Bradley should be commended for doing the right thing.
— Jason B. Hirschhorn (@by_JBH) September 11, 2016
Eddie Lacy is running again like a bowling ball out of control.
— Doug Russell (@DougRussell) September 11, 2016
The window Aaron Rodgers fit his first TD pass into was this small: pic.twitter.com/KiBu8Qz0G5
— Jason B. Hirschhorn (@by_JBH) September 11, 2016
Bortles throws a perfect pass to Julius Thomas down the sideline for a TD. Rollins beaten again. Tough drive for him. #Jaguars up 17-14.
— Michael Cohen (@Michael_Cohen13) September 11, 2016
Different personnel group for the Packers there. Adams, Abbrederis (first snap), Cook and Cobb were the receivers.
— Michael Cohen (@Michael_Cohen13) September 11, 2016
After creating Packers' INT in 1st quarter, Quinten Rollins has had a rough 2nd act. Gave up both big completions on Jaguars' scoring drive.
— Jason B. Hirschhorn (@by_JBH) September 11, 2016
Welcome back to @packers Jordy Nelson w this amazing play #GoPackGo #GBvsJAX pic.twitter.com/vEyHKfp1v1
— SiriusXM NFL Radio (@SiriusXMNFL) September 11, 2016
That was a bit reminiscent of the TD to Adams against the Bears two years ago, except this one actually counts!
— Acme Packing Company (@acmepackingco) September 11, 2016
Every now and then, #Packers QB Aaron Rodgers pulls off a play that makes me ask out loud, 'How'd he do that?' That TD first of season. Wow.
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) September 11, 2016
With his jersey being ripped off his torso... Aaron Rodgers throws a 29-yd TD pass... Unreal. pic.twitter.com/ZhEM8IaDqR
— NFLonCBS (@NFLonCBS) September 11, 2016
Devonte Adams with a brillant catch from Aaron Rodgers #GBvsJAX https://t.co/jAW0DLECGJ
— Heavens! (@HeavensHawkeye) September 11, 2016
What's more impressive: Rodgers getting throw off with a man draped over him or Adams hauling it in with same? pic.twitter.com/o1bSUCVkVV
— Jason B. Hirschhorn (@by_JBH) September 11, 2016
That play was distinctly Favreian. #ImGonJusDrawItUpInThuhDirt
— Doug Russell (@DougRussell) September 11, 2016
NFL too easy for Aaron Rodgers, so he allows to defenders to hug him before tossing TDs. https://t.co/OM6nIh5Jlo pic.twitter.com/ygWPiwJo50
— SB Nation GIF (@SBNationGIF) September 11, 2016
Aaron Rodgers is not a robot.
— Andy McDonnell (@Andy_McDonnell) September 11, 2016
Aaron Rodgers is not a robot.
Aaron Rodgers might be a robot. #GBvsJAX pic.twitter.com/A0GjOQhX4o
Third Quarter
As the game wore on, the heat took a toll on both sides. The Packers started a massive nine-plus minute drive that helped secure the time of possession battle.
#Packers TE Richard Rodgers might not run fast, but he's got the best hands on entire team.
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) September 11, 2016
The Jags are playing well in this game and Rodgers keeps doing Rodgers stuff. The Jags might actually be good.
— Bill Simmons (@BillSimmons) September 11, 2016
#Packers CB LaDarius Gunter getting some snaps for Quinten Rollins in the slot, and he just gave up a long catch to Allen Hurns.
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) September 11, 2016
#Packers QB Aaron Rodgers stepping up in pocket, evading the rush, then finding Randall Cobb for 1st down. He makes good plays look simple.
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) September 11, 2016
2015 Eddie Lacy doesn't break defenders' ankles like this. Packers must feel very pleased. pic.twitter.com/bFVcHuXkab
— Jason B. Hirschhorn (@by_JBH) September 11, 2016
Fourth Quarter
The afternoon wore on, and the score remained close. The Packers settled for a field goal deep in Jaguars territory. Jacksonville mounted a last-second effort to win the game, but a bubble screen on fourth-and-one was stopped by corner Damarious Randall and linebacker Joe Thomas.
#Packers lead time of possession 26:28 to 21:31. Significant, because it's allowed DTs Mike Daniels and Letroy Guion to get a break.
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) September 11, 2016
#Packers defense couldn't ask for much more rest in this heat. Drive consumed 9:14, but only a FG. Game is on them for now. #GBvsJAX
— Mike Spofford (@mikespofford) September 11, 2016
A touchdown-saving hit by Packers safety Ha Ha Clinton-Dix: pic.twitter.com/2BlpxoWWpQ
— Jason B. Hirschhorn (@by_JBH) September 11, 2016
Oh, Jake Schum. Wrong time for your first bad punt with #Packers.
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) September 11, 2016
This #Packers game is not good for my health... pic.twitter.com/agIE81ojAM
— Michelle Bruton (@Michelle_NFL) September 11, 2016
Jaguars and Packers are trading back-breaking penalties with less than two minutes remaining.
— SB Nation NFL (@SBNationNFL) September 11, 2016
The stop that sealed it! #GBvsJAX #GoPackGo pic.twitter.com/QZdR7zB7pn
— Green Bay Packers (@packers) September 11, 2016
About that last play
The internet exploded with reactions after the Jaguars were unable to convert a fourth-and-one at the end of the game.
Jags go with the Bubble Screen on 4th & 1. Nice play by Randall. Closed quick to make first contact on the tackle. Didn't give ground.
— Matt Bowen (@MattBowen41) September 11, 2016
What a game in Jacksonville.
— NFL Network (@nflnetwork) September 11, 2016
Football is BACK.#GBvsJAX pic.twitter.com/aXWloFaAaa
I don’t hate the #Jaguars’ bubble screen call on fourth down. Reasonable to think Packers exhausted defense might miss a tackle.
— Kevin Seifert (@SeifertESPN) September 11, 2016
Damarious Randall is the truth. What an open-field tackle to finish off the Jaguars on fourth and 1.
— Tyler Dunne (@TyDunne) September 11, 2016
What a terrible, terrible, terrible play call by the Jaguars.
— Chris Burke (@ChrisBurke_SI) September 11, 2016
QB Blake Bortles said he should have done something differently on last play to Allen Hurns. Had run-pass option on the play. #Jaguars
— John Oehser (@JohnOehser) September 11, 2016
Breaking down the Jaguars' fourth-down play that sealed their loss to the Packers https://t.co/p2np8o3fng pic.twitter.com/lr0DlfkWDB
— Alex Tanasie (@dookyyy) September 11, 2016
Post Game Analysis
Let's dig into some of the best reactions from around Twitter.
Some positive #Packers numbers: Lacy averaging 4.4 yards per carry and the offensive line gave up just one sack.
— Jason B. Hirschhorn (@by_JBH) September 11, 2016
Jags outplayed the Packers, plain and simple. Lapses in concentration and corrupt refs decided the game
— write that med (@med11n) September 11, 2016
Have a day, @AaronRodgers12! #GBvsJAX #GoPackGo pic.twitter.com/BSDdguZdVN
— NFL (@NFL) September 11, 2016
SIGNIFICANT: #Packers O-line didn't kill drives with holds, offsides, major poss-protection breakdowns. #GBvsJAX #NFLonFox
— Doug Schneider (@PGDougSchneider) September 11, 2016
Head coach Mike McCarthy's post game press conference
McCarthy: Proud of the way our guys kept fighting...Came down to a gutty play by our defense. #GBvsJAX
— Green Bay Packers (@packers) September 11, 2016
McCarthy on pregame on 9/11: Probably as an emotional a National Anthem as I've seen. A special tribute. #GBvsJAX
— Green Bay Packers (@packers) September 11, 2016
Aaron Rodgers' post game press conference
Rodgers on #Packers O-line play: It was great...Protection I thought was really good...Thought Lane (Taylor) played really well. #GBvsJAX
— Green Bay Packers (@packers) September 11, 2016
Rodgers: Didn't feel like we played very well on offense...but we won. It's tough to win in this league. We're 1-0. #GBvsJAX
— Green Bay Packers (@packers) September 11, 2016
Rodgers on the Jacksonville heat: It was tough. It was hot for both teams. We were moving with some tempo. #GBvsJAX
— Green Bay Packers (@packers) September 11, 2016
Injury report
If Shields is diagnosed with a concussion, this will be his fourth. Has not been determined yet. https://t.co/bsAnMo8QLs
— Michael Cohen (@Michael_Cohen13) September 11, 2016
Other injury tidbits: Hit on Cobb's ankle/leg struck a nerve so he went numb temporarily. Felt fine a few minutes later. Gunter had cramps.
— Michael Cohen (@Michael_Cohen13) September 11, 2016