Packers defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon explains his “I always delete” rule — he never adds new elements to the game plan late in the week to keep players’ mental load manageable. After a 39-22 loss to the Vikings and a strong 23-13 win over Dallas, Gannon stresses a "motor and violence" play style, focusing on schematic execution and explosive ball plays. He also highlights discipline, noting 11 penalties (96 yards) against Dallas, and draws on lessons from mentors Mike Zimmer and Emmitt Thomas to keep the defense unpredictable.
Brian Schottenheimer and the Dallas Cowboys have lost another game, further worsening their poor season. They lost 23-13 to the Green Bay Packers, their fourth loss this season. With only two wins so far, the franchise is not performing well at all. The Cowboys have had offensive problems, with quarterback Dak Prescott suffering a lot. […]
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The NFC North still looks like one of the NFL’s most competitive divisions just six weeks into the 2026 season. Every team in the division finished with a winning record in 2025, and that trend has continued into this year. Now the Packers and Lions are gearing up for a huge divisional matchup that could […]
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Mike McCarthy praised the return of Marquez Valdes‑Scantling to the Steelers, noting the reunion with Aaron Rodgers and the coach who first drafted him in Green Bay in 2018. McCarthy discussed how Valdes‑Scantling could fit into Pittsburgh's offense, emphasizing his deep‑ball threat and veteran experience after a half‑season stint with the team last year. The head coach hinted at specific routes and situational packages that may see the former Packers wideout become a key target in the upcoming stretch of the 2026 season.
The three key offensive players were additions to the injury report this week.
The Lions (3-2) enter Week 7 against the Packers (4-2) after a bye week that allowed Detroit to clear several injuries. Both Cade Mays (wrist) and Brian Branch (Achilles) are slated to return to the 53‑man roster, with Mays expected to start and Branch likely to play limited snaps. Safety Kerby Joseph shows signs of returning, while RB Isiah Pacheco and WR Tom Kennedy remain out for the season. OL Giovanni Manu is back in practice, and other players like Ben Bartch and LB Devin White are set to begin rehab windows in Week 10. The Packers’ injury list includes limited participation from QB Jordan Love and several position players, but no major cuts have been announced.
The Dallas Cowboys defense turns the tide after a rough first half against the Green Bay Packers on Oct. 21, 2026. While the unit yields 23 points overall—17 in the opening half—it tightens up post‑halftime, allowing just six points on five drives and limiting Packers yardage to 83. Caleb Downs leads with 12 tackles, and Kenny Clark, Quinnen Williams and Elijah Garcia each record a sack. Dee Winters’ pick‑six is overturned, but the defense posts its best EPA/play allowed rating of the season (‑0.02) and forces a negative EPA per play for the first time. Despite a C‑grade grade, the second‑half surge gives Cowboys fans hope.
At 2-4 after a loss to the Packers, the Dallas Cowboys are reportedly eyeing a trade for Pro Bowl pass‑rusher Josh Sweat as they seek to fix a 25th‑ranked defense. Sources say an anonymous NFL exec urged the move, noting Sweat’s recent 12‑sack performance and his fit with Dallas’ edge‑rush needs. With the trade deadline approaching on Nov. 10, the Cowboys could add the former Cardinals star to bolster a unit that ranks near the bottom in sacks, while their offense sits near the top of the scoring charts.
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Packers defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon warns that the Lions’ offense, led by quarterback Jared Goff (111.3 passer rating, 12 TDs, 0 INTs) and star WR Amon‑Ra St. Brown, has “no tendencies” and will punish any safety‑first approach. Detroit (3‑2) ranks second in NFL scoring, averaging over 31 points per game, while Green Bay (4‑2) has allowed just 34 points in its three‑game winning streak. Gannon also praised RB Jahmyr Gibbs’ 149.4 scrimmage yards per game and highlighted the Lions’ physical, well‑coached line. The Packers must match or exceed this aggressive style heading into Week 7.
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Jerry Jones firmly rejects any notion that the Dallas Cowboys will become sellers at the Nov. 10 trade deadline, saying a deal would only be considered if it immediately improves the team. After a 23-13 loss to Green Bay dropped the Cowboys to 2-4 in the NFC East, Jones emphasized openness to moves that help now and in the future, echoing similar comments from his brother Stephen Jones about supporting coach Brian Schottenheimer. Past deadline trades include acquisitions of Joey Porter Jr., Quinnen Williams, and Rashan Gary, while future picks remain intact. The Cowboys face the Eagles on Oct. 26, host Arizona on Nov. 1, and travel to Indianapolis on Nov. 8 before the deadline.
The Packers’ defense shines thanks to a breakout rookie class, highlighted by Brandon Cisse’s first career interception against the Cowboys on Oct. 18, 2026. Fourth‑round pick Dani‑Dennis Sutton continues to generate pressure, while Chris McClellan and Trey Smack contribute solid reps on the line and special teams. Despite a rash of injuries, the young talent is helping Green Bay contain Dak Prescott and the Cowboys’ weapons, offering optimism for the season’s direction.
After a 23-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers, the Dallas Cowboys fall to 2-4 and look dangerously close to a 2027 top‑draft outlook. Despite averaging 27.6 points per game earlier in the season, the offense managed just 29 points in its last two outings, while 11 penalties for 108 yards hurt discipline. The defense showed flashes—limiting Green Bay to 57 rushing yards and recording three sacks—but faltered on third‑down stops, allowing 11 of 18 conversions. Coach Brian Schottenmittel’s play‑calling and a run‑pass imbalance (48 rushing yards on 15 carries vs. 54 pass attempts) raise concerns about execution as the Cowboys fight to stay playoff‑relevant.
Despite the buzz around Mike McCarthy’s revamped offense, Steelers Hall of Famer Cris Carter remains skeptical of Aaron Rodgers’ impact. Carter argues that while Rodgers shows flashes of his former glory, the Steelers’ unit still struggles to execute the new scheme, and he isn’t convinced the veteran can lift the team past its early‑season hurdles. The piece examines Rodgers’ early performances, McCarthy’s system changes, and Carter’s candid critique ahead of the next matchup.
Packers offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich is fed up with the ongoing uncertainty over left guard Aaron Banks’ knee and toe injuries. Despite returning to limited practice, Banks remains doubtful for the Week 7 showdown with the Detroit Lions, after missing Weeks 4–6, including the 23-13 win over Dallas. Stenavich stresses the need for Banks to be fully healthy and consistently available, ending the ‘roller‑coaster’ cycle of tentative recoveries.
The Packers clash couldn't have come at a better time.
With Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs being taken off the commissioner’s exempt list, the player is looking to return to the team after a battery case involving a former girlfriend. As the Packers take on the Detroit Lions in Week 7, this NFL insider gives the latest on Jacobs’ status for the contest. […]
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Packers offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich says the team won’t shuffle the O‑line without a clear reason, even though veteran guard Kevin Zeitler, signed on Sept. 30, is nearing game shape. Zeitler dressed for the 23‑13 win over Dallas and could see snaps, while left guard Aaron Banks, who’s been a “roller coaster” with injuries, showed promise after a solid practice week. The Packers (4‑2) aim to field the best five linemen as they prepare for Sunday’s matchup against the Detroit Lions, whose defensive front features D.J. Wonnum and Aidan Hutchinson. Stenavich will meet with medical staff to assess health before finalizing any changes.
Germie Bernard's role keeps getting larger with a stockpile of injuries and his confidence keeps growing, as the rookie continues to produce and earn the trust of veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
The Dallas Cowboys stumble to a 2-4 start, dropping a 23-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers and failing to score 20 points in back‑to‑back games for the first time since 2019. Coach Brian Schottenheimer’s “run it back” mantra—returning all 11 offensive starters—has yet to translate into consistent production, as the team risks a year without consecutive wins, a trend unseen since late 2025. While the defense improves, the offense remains stagnant under Schottenheimer’s play‑calling, especially compared to Sean Payton’s Broncos, who have turned around their season with strategic tweaks. The article argues that without better offensive leadership, the Cowboys’ lofty expectations for 2026 will remain unmet.
The Chicago Bears looked great with Caleb Williams back from injury. Chicago defeated Atlanta 31-23 in Week 6 to improve to 4-2 on the season. Now one former player is encouraging them to add reinforcements on defense before the trade deadline. Former Bears player Kyle Long made the case that Chicago should trade for Khalil […]
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The Green Bay Packers have consistently dominated the Dallas Cowboys for the last 30 years.
Packers offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich says the team's biggest run‑game hurdle is negative plays that lose yards, forcing head coach Matt LaFleur to lean on the passing attack. Green Bay ranks last in the NFL with just 60.4 rushing yards per game after a 23–13 win over Dallas, and the staff is still tweaking blocker balance as new pieces like tight end Jonnu Smith and guard Kevin Zeitler learn to mesh. The return of running back Josh Jacobs—who missed the first six games amid a personal‑conduct investigation—could spark the ground game ahead of the Week 7 clash with Detroit.
Entering their bye week, the Los Angeles Chargers rank tied for third in the NFL with 10 defensive takeaways, trailing only the Packers and Seahawks (11 each). Despite the strong turnover numbers, the Chargers remain winless, unlike the other teams in the group, which range from 5‑0 to 3‑3. The disparity highlights the Chargers' defensive strength versus a struggling offense, underscoring defensive coordinator Chris O’Leary’s impact. The post also links to power‑rankings, a depth chart, draft odds, and broader NFL news.