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Do The Green Bay Packers Have a Problem Scoring In The Red Zone?

 
The NFL has many statistics to measures the scoring production of teams.   Scoring touchdowns in the red zone and converting points on a shortened field with opposing defenses back up, defending their own end zone, is considered one of the leading indicators of a quality team.  Packer fans can overlook the glaring deficiencies in the team this season when the Packers convert a high amount of possessions into points on the board.  And the Packers have efficiently moved the ball down field to put themselves in a better position to score this season.    Surprisingly, Green Bay has improved in terms of overall TD conversion.  They have scored one more TD vis-à-vis 2007 which helps to offset two less scoring opportunities when compared to 2007.  Total points remain the same scored within the red zone.   Week 9 Comparison of Green Bay Packers Red Zone Statistics Year Team Red Zone App. TD Scored Field Goals ... (link)

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