The Giants take on the Packers (3-1) in London on Sunday. After losing their season opener, the Packers have won three straight games, including an overtime 27-24 victory at home against the Patriots in Week 4.
When the Packers have the ball…
1. Aaron Rodgers is still the Packers quarterback but their offense has evolved to focus around the running game. The Packers rank 10th in the NFL in overall run rate (44.8%) with their run tendencies hovering around the same rank on 1st-and-10 and in first halves of games. They want to run the ball.
AJ Dillon has nine more carries than Aaron Jones this season, even though Jones has 126 more yards. Dillon is a bruising 250-pound back who is difficult to bring down between the tackles, and will move the pile forward. He is only averaging 3.7 yards per carry and has only four runs of 10+ yards this season, but he can grind down a defense, especially late in games. Jones is the more versatile weapons with 12 catches to go along with his 48 carries this season. He is averaging 6.81 yards per carry with 12 runs of 10+ yards. According to Pro Football Focus, Jones has forced 18 missed tackles this season, which ranks fourth in the NFL. His forced missed tackle rate of .37 ranks second to Nick Chubb in the NFL.
The Packers are seventh in the NFL in rush yards per game (145) and are tied for fifth with 18 runs of 10+ yards. Green Bay has not been a proficient first-down team, averaging only 5.24 yards per play (24th).
2. There is a large discrepancy between where the Packers rank in yards per game (377.5 – sixth) and in points per game (18.8 – tied for 21st). The answer can be found in two different areas. The Packers are last in goal-to-go situations, scoring only one touchdown on three chances inside the 10. Outside the red zone, they have been limited to one field goal.
The Packers have been strong on third downs, converting 42.6% (ninth), but have turned it over seven times this season (-3 turnover ratio) including one giveaway in goal-to-go situations. The Packers' 13.3% offensive DVOA ranks eighth in the NFL, according to Football Outsiders.
3. Aaron Rodgers is completing 69% of his passes for 233.8 yards with six touchdowns and three touchdowns. PFF tracks what they consider "big-time throws" and he ranks third (6.1%) among those with at least 25 attempts.
Some of the advanced metrics tell different stories: Via ESPN, his 43.1 QBR ranks 22nd in the NFL and his EPA (expected points added) of 10.6 ranks 23rd. NFL's NextGenStats keeps track of CPOE (completion percentage above expectation), where Rodgers ranks third (+2.6%) and his PFF passing grade is seventh.
Without go-to wide receiver Davante Adams on the roster and the departure of Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Rodgers has had to spread the wealth. He has completions to six different receivers - none of who have more than 19 receptions. Rookie fourth-round pick Romeo Doubs leads the team with 19 catches for 184 yards and two touchdowns. Allen missed Week 1 due to injury and has 12 catches for 174 yards and two touchdowns. Old reliable Randall Cobb is still Rodgers' slot receiver/security blanket and he has 10 catches for 150 yards. Sammy Watkins is out with a hamstring injury, so the Packers lack a true game-breaking threat at receiver. Tight end Robert Tonyan is second on the team with 13 receptions. The Packers play with two tight ends with one running back (12 personnel) on 31.1% of their snaps, but their most common personnel group features one running back and three wide receivers (11 personnel), which they use 52% of the time.
The Packers' passing game has relied on yards after the catch more than any other NFL team. Their 496 yards after the catch leads the NFL and they are tied for second in pass plays that go for at least 20 yards (17). However, Rodgers has a passer rating of just 42.4 on passes that travel 20+ yards in the air. Rodgers has faced pressure on only 25% of his dropbacks, which is the third-lowest rate in the NFL. He helps his line with his 2.48-second average time to throw, which ranks fourth, according to PFF. Rodgers also has a stellar 121.53 QB rating against the blitz.
The offensive line has dealt with injuries for much of the season. Elgton Jenkins missed Week1 and has started at right tackle since. David Bakhtiari has played the last two games at left tackle after missing the first two games. Jon Runyan and Royce Newman are the guards with Josh Myers at center. According to PFF, Jenkins and Newman have each allowed two sacks, with Jenkins allowing a team-high nine pressures and Newman eight. The Patriots pressured Rodgers often in the first half last week, managing pressures on six of Rodgers' 13 dropbacks.
Keys for the Giants' defense
* Limit big plays from Aaron Jones
* Tackle well to prevent Packers yards after the catch
* Don't present Rodgers with too many easy 1-on-1 situations vs. the blitz
View rare photos of the history between the New York Giants and Green Bay Packers.
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks pulls in a pass over the reach of Green Bay Packers defensive back Charles Woodson and defensive back Charlie Peprah during the NFC Divisional game between the New York Giants and the Green Bay Packers on Jan 15, 2012 in Green Bay. The Giants defeated the Packers 37-20 to advance to the NFC Championship game.
New York Giants Benjamin Friedman is stopped after making a 10-yard gain against the Green Bay Packers during a football game at the Polo Grounds in New York City. (AP Photo)
New York Giants Hall of Fame fullback Alphonse "Tuffy" Leemans (4) scores the first touchdown, on a 6 yard carry, in a 17 to 23 victory over the Green Bay Packers in the 1938 NFL Championship played on Dec.11, 1938 at the Polo Grounds in New York.(Pro Football Hall of Fame via AP Images)
Cecil Isbell (17), Green Bay halfback, hits the line for a ten-yard gain in the first quarter at the Polo Grounds as the New York Giants defeated the Green Bay Packers in their National Professional Football game in New York, Nov. 20, 1938. (AP Photo)
The New York Giants defeated the Green Bay Packers, 15-3, in a muddy NFL game at the Polo Grounds in New York, Nov. 20, 1938. Ed Jankowski (7), of the Packers, gains 4 yards on a reverse play in the 1st quarter after his teammate Cecil Isbell (17) gave him the handoff. Ken Lunday (5), Giants guard, is attempting to tackle Jankowski with Henry Bruder (5) running interference for his Green Bay teammate. The Giant player in foreground is Jim Lee Howell (21). (AP Photo)
Only two feet short of a touchdown, Green Bay Packers Clarke Hinkle is shown as he was halted by the New York Giants in the second period of their championship game with the Packers, Dec. 11, 1938 in New York. The Giants won, 23 to 17. Other Packers players shown include Bud Svendsen (53); Cecil Isbell (17); and Bill Lee (40). (AP Photo)
Quarterback Cecil Isbell of the Green Bay Packers is stopped by New York Giants' Frank Cope after a two- yard gain in NFL title game at the State Fair Grounds in Milwaukee, Wisc., Dec. 11, 1939. The Packers won, 27-0, before a crowd of 32, 000 for the National Football League championship. (AP Photo)
Andy Uram of the Green Bay Packers cracks through a hole in the center of the line to run smack into Mel Hein (7) New York Giants center, in the first quarter of a National Professional Football League game in New York City, Nov. 17, 1940. Uram made just one yard on the play. The Giants won, 7-3. Identifiable players: Packers Pete Tinsley (21) guard Bill Lee (40) tackle and George Svendsen (66) center; Giants Jim Poole (23) end. (AP Photo)
Green Bay Packers halfback Al Carmichael (48) runs upfield during an NFL game against New York Giants at County Stadium in Green Bay, 1950s. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
Green Bay Packers halfback Al Carmichael (42) runs upfield during an NFL game against the New York Giants at County Stadium, 1950s. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
Green Bay Packers quarterback Vito "Babe" Parilli (10) runs upfield during an NFL game against the New York Giants in Green Bay, Nov. 3, 1957. The Giants defeated the Packers 31-17 at the "new" City Stadium. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
New York Giants Hall of Fame halfback Frank Gifford (16) heads upfield during an NFL game against the Green Bay Packers, Nov. 3, 1957. The Giants defeated the Packers 31-17 at Milwaukee County Stadium. (AP Photo/NFL Photos/Vernon Biever)
Green Bay Packers halfback Don McIlhenny (42) rushes the ball as he is pursued by New York Giants defensive end John Martinkovic (83) during an NFL game Nov. 3, 1957, Green Bay, Wisc. (Vernon J. Biever via AP)
New York Giants Hall of Fame linebacker Sam Huff looks to the officials during an NFL game against the Green Bay Packers in New York, in the 1960s. Exact date is unknown. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
Halfback Paul Hornung of the Green Bay Packers holds onto the ball as tacklers of the New York Giants try to bring him down in a 0 to 37 win in the 1961 NFL Championship on December 31, 1961 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.(AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame running back Paul Hornung (5) throws a pass on a halfback option during the 1961 NFL Championship Game against the New York Giants in Green Bay. Wis., Dec. 31, 1961. The Packers defeated the Giants 37-0. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
New York Giants cornerback Erich Barnes (49) defends a pass intended to wide receiver Boyd Dowler (86) during the 1961 NFL Championship Game in Green Bay, Wis., Dec. 31, 1961 The Packers defeated the Giants 37-0. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
New York Giants' linebacker Sam Huff (70) puts his crushing hug on Green Bay Packers' Jim Taylor (31), Sept. 4, 1962, in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers won, 20-17. (AP Photo)
Green Bay fullback Jim Taylor tries to swing clear of Giants tackler but is stopped for no gain during first half of the NFL title game at Yankee Stadium in New York, Dec. 30, 1962. Identifiable players are Fred Thurston (63) of Green Bay, and Dick Modzelewski (77) of the Giants. (AP Photo)
Green Bay Packers' fullback Jim Taylor (31) takes to the air as he goes through the New York Giants defense for a five-yard gain in third period of NFL championship game at New York's Yankee Stadium, Dec. 30, 1962. Identifiable Packers are Fred Thurston (63), Norm Masters (78) and Jim Ringo 951). Giants are Andy Robustelli (81), Dick Modzelewski (77) and Sam Huff (70). Green Bay won, 16-7. (AP Photo)
New York Giants defensive tackle Rosey Grier (76) stops Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame fullback Jim Taylor (31) during the 1962 NFL Championship Game in New York, Dec. 30, 1962. The Packers defeated the Giants 16-7. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
Del Shofner of the New York Giants makes a catch against the Green Bay Packers in a 16-7 loss in the 1962 NFL Championship on December 30, 1962 at Yankee Stadium in New York, New York. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
Green Bay Packers tackle Norm Masters (78) blocks New York Giants Hall of Fame defensive end Andy Robustelli (81) while defensive tackle Rosey Grier (76) wallops Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame quarterback Bart Starr (15) during the 1962 NFL Championship Game in New York., Dec. 30, 1962. The Packers defeated the Giants 16-7. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
Green Bay fullback Jim Taylor (31) rams through center of Giants line for five yards in the first half of NFL title game at Yankee Stadium, Dec. 30, 1962., Blocking for him is Jim Ringo (51). Giant defenders are Jimmy Patton (20), Jim Katcavage (75), Sam Huff (70), Rosey Grier (76) and Dick Lynch (22). Packers win, 16-7. (AP Photo)
Del Shofner the New York Giants is tackled by Herb Adderley and Willie Wood of the Green Bay Packers in a 16-7 loss in the 1962 NFL Championship on December 30, 1962 at Yankee Stadium in New York, New York. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
New York Giants Hall of Fame quarterback Fran Tarkenton (10) sets up to pass during an NFL game against the Green Bay Packers in New York, Nov. 22, 1967. The Packers defeated the Giants 48-21. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
Dragging two New York Giants' defenders with him, Green Bay Packers half back Elijah Pitts (22) scores a touchdown from the 10 yard line in the third quarter of the game with the Giants at Yankee Stadium on Oct. 22, 1967. Defenders are Wendell Harris (22), left, and Vince Costello (57). Packers won 48-21. (AP Photo)
New York Giants Quarterback Fran Tarkenton (10), tries to get a pass off in the first quarter of a game against the Green Bay Packers Oct. 22, 1967 at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, New York. Pursuing Tarkenton are Packer defenders Willie Davis (87) and Lionel Aldridge (82) Willie Young (69) of the Giants trails at right. Packers won 48-21. (AP Photo)
Green Bay Packers back Elijah Pitts slams across the goal line to score in first period of game with New York Giants at Yankee Stadium on Oct. 22, 1967 in New York. Identifiable giant defenders are Scott Eaton (20) and Wendell Harris (26). Packers won, 48-21. (AP Photo)
The New York Giants Hall of Fame quarterback Fran Tarkenton (10) prepares to take the snap from center Greg Larson (53) during an NFL game against the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay, Sept. 19, 1971. The Giants defeated the Packers 42-40. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
New York Giants Hall of Fame quarterback Fran Tarkenton (10) eludes Green Bay Packers defensive end Alden Roche (87) during an NFL game at Green Bay, Sept. 19, 1971. Tarkenton passed for 236 yards and four touchdowns in the Giants 42-40 win over the Packers. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
Brad van Pelt (10) of the New York Giants leaps to block a second quarter field goal attempt by the Green Bay Packers Jan Stenerud during their game at East Rutherford, N.J., Sept. 20, 1982. (AP Photo/Ron Frehm)
Green Bay Packers wide receiver John Jefferson (83) is wrapped up by New York Giants defensive back Bill Curry (29) during an NFL game, Nov. 8, 1981. The Packers defeated the Giants 26-24 at Milwaukee County Stadium. (AP Photo/Vernon Biever)
New York Giants kicker Ali Haji-Sheikh (6) and quarterback Scott Brunner (12) watches his field goal attempt during an NFL game against the Green Bay Packers in East Rutherford on September 26, 1983. The Giants defeated the Packers 27-3. (AP Photo/Chuck Solomon)
New York Giants running back Rob Carpenter (26) is met by Green Bay Packers linebacker Rich Wingo (50) during an NFL game in East Rutherford on September 26, 1983. The Giants defeated the Packers 27-3. (AP Photo/Chuck Solomon)
New York Giants tight end Mark Bavaro (89) catches a touchdown pass while covered by Green Bay Packers defensive back David Greenwood (49) during the NFL game on December 20, 1986 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Giants won the game 55-24. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
The New York Giants coach Bill Parcells is the recipient of another container of iced water by the Giants Harry Carson during the last minutes of the 55-24 victory over the Green Bay Packers, Dec. 20, 1986 in East Rutherford. The win gave the Giants the home field for the upcoming post season play. (AP Photo/G. Paul Burnett)
New York Giants cornerback Phillippi Sparks (22) chases the action during the 1995 NFL regular season football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 17, 1995 in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won the game 14-6. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Dave Brown (17) throws a pass while being rushed by Green Bay Packers defensive end Reggie White (92) during the 1995 NFL regular season football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 17, 1995 in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won the game 14-6. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
An official throws a penalty flag while New York Giants quarterback Dave Brown (17) drops back to pass in this overhead general view photograph taken during the NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 17, 1995 in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won the game 14-6. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
New York Giants strong safety Jesse Campbell (37) leaps while trying to block a field goal attempt by Green Bay Packers kicker Craig Hentrich (17) during the NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 17, 1995 in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won the game 14-6. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
New York Giants wide receiver Arthur Marshall (86) is chased by Green Bay Packers defensive back LeRoy Butler (36) during the 1995 NFL regular season football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 17, 1995 in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won the game 14-6. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
Quarterback Dave Brown of the New York Giants (17) calls out signals over the offensive line before the snap of the ball in a 14 - 6 loss to the Green Bay Packers on September 17, 1995 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
New York Giants running back Rodney Hampton (27) dives for extra yardage while running the ball during the NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 17, 1995 in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won the game 14-6. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
New York Giants running back Rodney Hampton (27) pushes his way around a block by a New York Giants offensive lineman during the 1995 NFL regular season football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 17, 1995 in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won the game 14-6. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Dave Brown (17) throws a pass during the NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 17, 1995 in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won the game 14-6. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
Jumbo Elliott #76 of the New York Giants blocks against the Green Bay Packers on September 17, 1995 in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers defeated the Giants 14-6. (Joe Robbins via AP)
New York Giants running back Hershel Walker (34) catches the ball during a game against Green Bay Packers in Green Bay, WI, Sep. 17, 1995. The Packers defeated the Giants 14-6. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
New York Giants wide receiver Mike Sherrard (88) carries the ball against the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay, WI, Sep. 17, 1995. The Packers defeated the Giants 14-6. (Paul Spinelli via AP)
Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre (4) pats New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan (92) after Strahan sacked him for the NFL sack record during the fourth quarter Sunday, Jan. 6, 2002, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The sack gave Strahan 22.5 sacks for the season surpassing New York Jets Mark Gastineau's NFL record of 22 sacks. Giants defensive tackle Cornelius Griffin (97) congratulates Strahan.(AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Green Bay Packers' William Henderson is flipped by New York Giants' Will Peterson (24) on a run in the first half Sunday, Oct. 3, 2004, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Darren Hauck)
Tiki Barber of the News York Giants runs for yardage against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004. New York won 14-7. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
Shaun O'hara of the New York Giants prepares to snap the ball against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004. New York won 14-7. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
Tiki Barber of the News York Giants runs for a touchdown against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004. New York won 14-7. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
Terry Cousin of the News York Giants celebrates after making an interception against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004. New York won 14-7. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
Jeremy Shockey of the New York Giants catches a pass for a touchdown against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004. New York won 14-7. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
Jeremy Shockey of the New York Giants catches a pass for a touchdown against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004. New York won 14-7. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
Tiki Barber of the New York Giants runs for yardage against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004. New York won 14-7. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
Tiki Barber of the News York Giants runs for yardage against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004. New York won 14-7. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
Ron Dayne of the New York Giants runs for yardage against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004. New York won 14-7. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
Ike Hilliard of the New York Giants runs after a reception against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004. New York won 14-7. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
Tiki Barber of the New York Giants runs for yardage against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004. New York won 14-7. (AP Photo/G. Newman Lowrance)
New York Giants offensive lineman David Diehl (66) during an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants beat the Packers 14-7. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
New York Giants running back Tiki Barber (21) during an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants beat the Packers 14-7. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
New York Giants defensive lineman Michael Strahan (92) during an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants beat the Packers 14-7. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
New York Giants wide receiver Ike Hilliard (88) during an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants beat the Packers 14-7. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
New York Giants wide receiver Ike Hilliard (88) during an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants beat the Packers 14-7. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
New York Giants tight end Jeremy Shockey (80) during an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants beat the Packers 14-7. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
Quarterback Kurt Warner #13 of the New York Giants hands the ball off to running back Tiki Barber #21 against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants beat the Packers 14-7. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
Defensive lineman Fred Robbins #98 of the New York Giants tackles running back Ahman Green #30 of the Green Bay Packers during an NFL football game for a loss at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
New York Giants tight end Jeremy Shockey (80) during an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants beat the Packers 14-7. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
New York Giants tight end Jeremy Shockey (80) during an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants beat the Packers 14-7. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
New York Giants quarterback Kurt Warner (13) during an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2004 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants beat the Packers 14-7. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
New York Giants safety Brent Alexander hits Green Bay Packers receiver Robert Ferguson after making a 24-yard catch in the fourth quarter Sunday, Oct. 3, 2004, in Green Bay, Wis. The Giants won 14-7. (AP Photo/Darren Hauck)
New York Giants' Jeremy Shockey catches a touchdown pass in front of Green Bay Packers' Michael Hawthorne (27) in the fourth quarter Sunday, Oct. 3, 2004, in Green Bay, Wis. The Giants won 14-7. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
New York Giants safety Gibril Wilson (28) breaks up a pass intended for Green Bay Packers wide receiver Greg Jennings during the first quarter of the NFC Championship football game Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
GREEN BAY, WI - JANUARY 20: New York Giants and Green Bay Packers players line up at the line of scrimmage prior to the snap during the game between the New York Giants against the Green Bay Packers during the NFC Championship Game at Lambeau Field on January 20, 2008 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants defeated the Packers 23-20 in overtime.(AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
GREEN BAY, WI - JANUARY 20: Quarterback Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants celebrates a touchdown against the against the Green Bay Packers during the NFC Championship Game at Lambeau Field on January 20, 2008 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants defeated the Packers 23-20 in overtime.(AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
GREEN BAY, WI - JANUARY 20: Defensive end Justin Tuck #91 of the New York Giants runs in pursuit against the Green Bay Packers during the NFC Championship Game at Lambeau Field on January 20, 2008 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants defeated the Packers 23-20 in overtime.(AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
GREEN BAY, WI - JANUARY 20: Running back Ahmad Bradshaw #44 of the New York Giants runs with the football against the Green Bay Packers during the NFC Championship Game at Lambeau Field on January 20, 2008 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants defeated the Packers 23-20 in overtime.(AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
GREEN BAY, WI - JANUARY 20: Guard Chris Snee #76 of the New York Giants blocks against the Green Bay Packers during the NFC Championship Game at Lambeau Field on January 20, 2008 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants defeated the Packers 23-20 in overtime.(AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress (17) tries to fend off Green Bay Packers cornerback Al Harris (31) during the NFC Championship football game Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
GREEN BAY, WI - JANUARY 20: Running back Ahmad Bradshaw #44 of the New York Giants runs with the football against the Green Bay Packers during the NFC Championship Game at Lambeau Field on January 20, 2008 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants defeated the Packers 23-20 in overtime.(AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
GREEN BAY, WI - JANUARY 20: Defensive end Michael Strahan #92 of the New York Giants runs in pursuit against the Green Bay Packers during the NFC Championship Game at Lambeau Field on January 20, 2008 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants defeated the Packers 23-20 in overtime.(AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
GREEN BAY, WI - JANUARY 20: Wide receiver Amani Toomer #81 of the New York Giants catches the football for a pass reception against the Green Bay Packers during the NFC Championship Game at Lambeau Field on January 20, 2008 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants defeated the Packers 23-20 in overtime.(AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
GREEN BAY, WI - JANUARY 20: Wide receiver Amani Toomer #81 of the New York Giants runs a pass pattern against the Green Bay Packers during the NFC Championship Game at Lambeau Field on January 20, 2008 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants defeated the Packers 23-20 in overtime.(AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
Wide receiver Amani Toomer #81 of the New York Giants makes a diving catch against the Green Bay Packers during the NFC Championship game at Lambeau Field on January 20, 2008 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants defeated the Packers 23-20 in overtime to advance to Superbowl XLII. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
Defensive back R.W. McQuarters of the New York Giants returns a interception against the Green Bay Packers during the NFC Championship game at Lambeau Field on January 20, 2008 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants defeated the Packers 23-20 in overtime to advance to Superbowl XLII. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
New York Giant wide receiver Plaxico Burress (17) catches a pass while Green Bay Packers safety Roy Williams (31) tries to block during the NFC Championship football game Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New York Giants' Brandon Jacobs (27) runs for a touchdown against the Green Bay Packers during the NFC Championship football game in Green Bay, Wis., Sunday Jan. 20, 2008 (AP Photo/David Duprey)
Running back Brandon Jacobs #27 of the New York Giants lines up in the backfield against the Green Bay Packers during the NFC Championship game at Lambeau Field on January 20, 2008 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants defeated the Packers 23-20 in overtime to advance to Superbowl XLII. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning looks to throw a pass during the NFC Championship football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants' Plaxico Burress (17) attempts a catch under pressure from Green Bay Packers' Atari Bigby (20) during the NFC Championship football game in Green Bay, Wis., Sunday Jan. 20, 2008 (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning throws a pass ahead of a rushing Green Bay Packers defensive end Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila during the NFC Championship football game Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre (4) looks to hand the ball off in front of New York Giants defensive tackle Jay Alford (93) during the first half of the NFC Championship football game Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning looks to throw a pass as he runs from Green Bay Packers defensive end Cullen Jenkins (77) during the NFC Championship football game, Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
Green Bay Packers' Atari Bigby tries to stop New York Giants' Ahmad Bradshaw (44) as a penalty flag flies during the NFC Championship football game Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning throws a pass in front of Green Bay Packers defensive end Aaron Kampman during the NFC Championship football game Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
New York Giants kicker Lawrence Tynes (9) celebrates after kicking the game-winning field goal in overtime during the NFC Championship football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. The Giants won 23-20 and advance to the Super Bowl against the New England Patriots. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New York Giants kicker Lawrence Tynes (9) celebrates with teammates after kicking a field goal in overtime during the NFC Championship football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. The Giants won 23-20 and advance to the Super Bowl against the New England Patriots. Giants' Michael Strahan is at right. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New York Giants kicker Lawrence Tynes (9) misses a field goal at the end of regulation during the NFC Championship football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New York Giants kicker Lawrence Tynes (9) celebrates with holder Jeff Feagles after kicking the winning field goal in overtime during the NFC Championship football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. The Giants won 23-20 and advance to the Super Bowl against the New England Patriots. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning celebrates after his team's 23-20 overtime win over the Green Bay Packers in the NFC Championship football game Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants kicker Lawrence Tynes (9) kicks the game-winning field goal in overtime during the NFC Championship football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. The Giants won 23-20 and advance to the Super Bowl against the New England Patriots. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New York Giants cornerback Corey Webster (23) runs from Green Bay Packers wide receiver Donald Driver (80) after intercepting a pass in overtime during the NFC Championship football game Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. The Giants won 23-20. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
New York Giants wide receiver Steve Smith catches a pass with Green Bay Packers cornerback Charles Woodson (21) defending during the second half of the NFC Championship football game Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
GREEN BAY, WI - JANUARY 20: Tackle Kareem McKenzie #67 of the New York Giants blocks against the Green Bay Packers during the NFC Championship Game at Lambeau Field on January 20, 2008 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants defeated the Packers 23-20 in overtime.(AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress, left, catches a pass in front of Green Bay Packers cornerback Al Harris (31) during the first half of the NFC Championship football game Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) looks on as the Green Bay Packers defense stops Giants running back Brandon Jacobs during a first half run in the NFC Championship football game Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) tries to break a tackle by Green Bay Packers safety Atari Bigby, left, and Ryan Pickett, rear, during the second half of the NFC Championship football game Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) tries to break a tackle by Green Bay Packers cornerback Charles Woodson during the first half of the NFC Championship football game Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/David Duprey)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz reacts after making a reception during the first the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
New York Giants kicker Lawrence Tynes (9) kicks an extra point at the end of the first half during an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers on January 15, 2012 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants won 37-20. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) carries the ball during an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers on January 15, 2012 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants won 37-20. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) throws a pass during an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers on January 15, 2012 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants won 37-20. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) throws a pass during an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers on January 15, 2012 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants won 37-20. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
New York Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora (72) during an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday January 15, 2012 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants linebacker Michael Boley (59) sacks Green Bay Packers quaterback Aaron Rodgers (12) during an NFL football game on Sunday January 15, 2012 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) scores a 66 yard touchdown during an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday January 15, 2012 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) carries the ball during an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday January 15, 2012 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) scores a 66 yard touchdown during an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday January 15, 2012 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin (AP Photo/Evan Pinkus)
New York Giants offensive linemen line up during an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers on January 15, 2012 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants won 37-20. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) carries the ball during an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers on January 15, 2012 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants won 37-20. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) calls the play during the second half of an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (27) scores a rushing touchdown to seal the game during an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers on January 15, 2012 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants won 37-20. (AP Photo/David Stluka)
GREEN BAY, WI - JANUARY 15: New York Giants and Green Bay Packers players line up at the line of scrimmage prior to the snap of the football during the NFC Divisional playoff game between the New York Giants against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on January 15, 2012 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants defeated the Packers 37-20. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) catches a 37-yard touchdown pass in front of Green Bay Packers safety Charlie Peprah, left, during the first the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps)
GREEN BAY, WI - JANUARY 15: Antrel Rolle #26 of the New York Giants walks runs with the football against the Green Bay Packers during their NFC Divisional playoff game at Lambeau Field on January 15, 2012 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants defeated the Packers 37-20. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) gets tackled by New York Giants strong safety Deon Grant (34) during the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
GREEN BAY, WI - JANUARY 15: Jason Pierre-Paul #90 of the New York Giants runs against the Green Bay Packers during their NFC Divisional playoff game at Lambeau Field on January 15, 2012 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants defeated the Packers 37-20. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
New York Giants running back D.J. Ware (28) is tackled by Green Bay Packers defensive end Ryan Pickett during the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks is hit during a play by Green Bay Packers cornerback Tramon Williams during an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
New York Giants tight end Jake Ballard runs past Green Bay Packers strong safety Charlie Peprah (26) and free safety Morgan Burnett (42) during an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning passes the ball during an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
New York Giants' Chase Blackburn runs back a fumble recovery during the second half of an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. The Giants won 37-20. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps)
New York Giants' Michael Boley (59) reacts after sacking Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers during the second half of an NFL divisional playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. The Giants won 37-20. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers is sacked by New York Giants' Michael Boley, center, and Corey Webster, right, during the second half of an NFL divisional playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. The Giants won 37-20. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) runs from Green Bay Packers cornerback Sam Shields (37) after making a reception during the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) celebrates after catching a 37-yard touchdown pass during the first the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. The Giants won 37-20. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning reacts in front of Green Bay Packers linebacker Clay Matthews, right, after throwing a 37-yard touchdown pass to Hakeem Nicks during the first the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) catches a 37-yard touchdown pass in front of Green Bay Packers safety Charlie Peprah, left, during the first the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps)
New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw runs from Green Bay Packers linebacker Clay Matthews, right, during the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) celebrates after catching a 37-yard touchdown pass during the first the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
New York Giants tight end Travis Beckum (47) breaks a tackle by Green Bay Packers linebacker A.J. Hawk during the first the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) catches a touchdown pass in the end zone in front of Green Bay Packers cornerback Charles Woodson, right, at the end of the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
Green Bay Packers tight end Jermichael Finley (88) drops a pass under New York Giants safety Antrel Rolle (26) during the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks runs from Green Bay Packers cornerback Tramon Williams, left, during a 66-yard touchdown reception in the first the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps)
New York Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora (72) knocks the ball away from Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers (12) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
New York Giants wide receiver Rueben Randle (82) catches a pass for a touchdown in front of Green Bay Packers' Davon House (31) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
Green Bay Packers' Morgan Burnett (42) tackles New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants tight end Martellus Bennett (85) is tackled by Green Bay Packers' A.J. Hawk (50) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) rushes the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants wide receiver Rueben Randle (82) catches a pass for a touchdown in front of Green Bay Packers' Davon House during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (44) runs past Green Bay Packers' Dezman Moses (54), right, and Tramon Williams, left, during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora (72) knocks the ball away from Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers (12) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
In this Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012, photo, New York Giants tight end Martellus Bennett (85) attempts to avoid a tackle by Green Bay Packers' Tramon Williams (38) during the second half of an NFL football game in East Rutherford, N.J. Bennett broke the fall of a man who fell over a railing trying to grab a glove the player was handing to a child after Sunday night's win over the Green Bay Packers.The fan was quickly surrounded by New Jersey state troopers and led away. He did not appear to be hurt. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) rushes during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (88) is tackled by Green Bay Packers' M.D. Jennings (43) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants' Andre Brown (35) dives for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants middle linebacker Chase Blackburn (93) sacks Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz (80) is tackled by Green Bay Packers' M.D. Jennings (43) as he catches a pass in the end zone for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs (34) dives over Green Bay Packers' Jerron McMillian for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 17, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants' Victor Cruz (80) is tackled by Green Bay Packers' Micah Hyde (33) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 17, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Green Bay Packers' Tramon Williams (38) tackles New York Giants' Brandon Jacobs (34) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 17, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Green Bay Packers' David Bakhtiari (69) blocks New York Giants' Jason Pierre-Paul (90) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 17, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants wide receiver Rueben Randle breaks away from Green Bay Packers cornerback Micah Hyde (33) and Tramon Williams (38) for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 17, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants wide receiver Rueben Randle (82) breaks away from Green Bay Packers' Micah Hyde (33) for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 17, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants wide receiver Rueben Randle (82) scores a touchdown as Green Bay Packers' Tramon Williams (38) attempts to tackle him during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 17, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Green Bay Packers' M.D. Jennings (43) tackles New York Giants' Brandon Myers (83) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 17, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, right, runs during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Nov. 17, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Green Bay Packers' Tramon Williams (38) tackles New York Giants' Rueben Randle (82) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 17, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
New York Giants defensive end Olivier Vernon (54), Jason Pierre Paul (90) and Jay Bromley (96) wrap up a Green Bay Packers running back during a week 5 NFL football game on October 9, 2016 in Green Bay, Wisconsin (Evan Pinkus via AP)
A look down the line of scrimmage as the New York Giants take on the Green Bay Packers during a week 5 NFL football on October 9, 2016 in Green Bay, Wisconsin (Evan Pinkus via AP)
New York Giants' Bobby Rainey runs past Green Bay Packers' Joe Thomas during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 9, 2016, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
New York Giants' Odell Beckham catches a pass in front of Green Bay Packers' Blake Martinez (50) and Morgan Burnett (42) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 9, 2016, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
New York Giants' Paul Perkins runs during the second half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Oct. 9, 2016, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Green Bay Packers' Dean Lowry pressures New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 9, 2016, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
New York Giants wide receiver Dwayne Harris (17) returns a kick against the Green Bay Packers during an NFL football NFC wildcard playoff game Jan. 8, 2017 in Green Bay, Wis. (Al Messerschmidt via AP)
Green Bay Packers safety Morgan Burnett (43) tackles New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (87) during an NFL football NFC wildcard playoff game Jan. 8, 2017 in Green Bay, Wis. (Al Messerschmidt via AP)
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) sets to pass against the Green Bay Packers during an NFL football NFC wildcard playoff game Jan. 8, 2017 in Green Bay, Wis. (Al Messerschmidt via AP)
New York Giants QB Daniel Jones (8) during a week 13 game against the Green Bay Packers at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ
New York Giants WR Sterling Shepard (87) during a week 13 game against the Green Bay Packers at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ
New York Giants WR Sterling Shepard (87) during a week 13 game against the Green Bay Packers at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (86) makes a catch during a week 13 regular season game against the Green Bay Packers at MetLife Stadium on Sunday December 1st, 2019 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) during a week 13 regular season game against the Green Bay Packers at MetLife Stadium on Sunday December 1st, 2019 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) carries the ball during a week 13 regular season game against the Green Bay Packers at MetLife Stadium on Sunday December 1st, 2019 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) during a week 13 regular season game against the Green Bay Packers at MetLife Stadium on Sunday December 1st, 2019 in East Rutherford, New Jersey
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (86) during a NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday October 9, 2022 in Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Credit Evan/New York Giants
Saquon Barkley (26)
Daniel Bellinger (82)
Dexter Lawrence (97)
Dexter Lawrence (97)
Darius Slayton (86)
Daniel Jones (8)
Daniel Jones (8)
New York Giants offensive tackle Evan Neal (73) during a NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday October 9, 2022 in Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Credit Evan/New York Giants
Saquon Barkley (26)
Jihad Ward (55)
When the Giants have the ball…
4. The Packers allow the fifth-fewest yards per game in the NFL, giving up an average of 294.8. Only two teams have allowed fewer passing yards per game (168), but they give up 4.97 yards per rush (22nd). Only one team allows fewer first downs per game (16.5) than the Packers.
The Packers are one of the best pass rushing teams in the NFL, pressuring opponents on 42.9% of their dropbacks, according to PFF. Their 39.7% blitz rate ranks third, though they rarely use stunts (17.5% of plays – 30th). They are tied for sixth with 11 sacks.
In his fourth season, Rashan Gary has developed into one of the better edge rushers in the NFL. According to PFF, Gary leads the Packers with 18 pressures and has a combination of power and athleticism that is difficult to block. He has five sacks, six quarterback hits and five tackles for loss. He plays over the opposing right tackle on about two-thirds of his snaps.
Preston Smith is his bookend edge rusher on the right side of the defense. He has 2.5 sacks, six quarterback hits and PFF has tracked him for 12 total pressures. Defensive tackle Kenny Clark, who can play across the line, has managed two sacks, five quarterback hits and PFF has tracked him for 16 pressures. He leads the Packers with a pass rush win rate of nearly 22%. Rookie first-round defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt has proven disruptive in limited snaps. De'Vondre Campbell and first-rounder Quay Walker are their two off-ball linebackers. Campbell, the team's leading tackler with 36, rarely leaves the field and has been a strong coverage player. Walker is very athletic and ranks second on the team with 25 tackles.
5. The pass defense is the strength of the unit, allowing only 168 yards per game (third). The Packers not only lead the NFL in third-down defense (23.8%) but their 3rd-and-long defense is historically good. On third-down situations of more than six yards, opponents are only converting 4.2% of their attempts.
However, only five teams allow more than the Packers' 6.3 yards per first-down play. They rank 27th against the pass on first down (115.6 quarterback rating) and 24th against the run (4.91 yards per attempt).
Green Bay's top cornerback Jaire Alexander missed last week's game against the Patriots with a groin injury. Fourth-year player Keisean Nixon started in Alexander's place in Week 3. Fellow cornerbacks Eric Stokes and Rasul Douglas and safeties Darnell Savage and Adrian Amos round out the secondary.
The Packers are a very heavy zone team, playing Cover-1 just 17.3% of the time, according to PFF. They play either Cover-3 (single-high safety, three-deep zone), Cover-4 (two-high safety, four-deep coverage) or some kind of combo zone coverage 65% of the time.
Keys for the Giants' offense:
* Have success on first downs, whether with the run or play-action pass game to avoid 3rd-and-long.
* Be willing to move the ball slowly with short passes and the run against the Packers' zone defense
* Avoid playing from behind
