Packers' Victory Over Seattle More Than Just a Win: The Pack Is Back

Even though they faced third-string QB Charlie Frye, the Packers’ win over the Seahawks was a resounding one that made a statement to the rest of the league: the Pack is back. Throughout the season, Green Bay has suffered from seemingly endless injuries, and it’s shown. The running game has been shaky all year, the defense has been poor without Cullen Jenkins and Al Harris, and the passing game hasn’t been extraordinary due to Aaron Rodger’s sprained shoulder. Against Seattle, however, the Packers seemed to find their rhythm, injuries, and all. A running game which has been dormant all year (only one TD) continued to improve as Ryan Grant rushed for 90 yards on the day. Furthermore, Grant showed that his hamstring injury may finally be behind him, as some of his explosiveness and play-making ability from last season emerged at times during the game.   While Grant has steadily improved throughout the year, he has yet to have a breakout game. Based his most recent ... (link)