Packers-Bears: Aaron Rodgers Finally Gets Support, Leads Pack

Carter Bierwirth by Contributor Written on November 16, 2008
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The Green Bay Packers looked like a much more complete football team this Sunday in their 37-3 rout of the Chicago Bears.

Rodgers continued his very consistant play. His final stats on the day were 23/30 with 227 yards and two touchdowns. One pass was also picked by the Bear's defense.

The Packer offensive line managed to completely seal Rodgers away from harmful hands today, showing us just how effective the young quarterback can be if given the time to make plays. Rodgers effectively included nine different receivers in his air attack.

Greg Jennings led the list with 64 yards on five catches, while old reliable Donald Driver came up close with 60 yards on four receptions. Tight-end Donald Lee and receivers James Jones and Jordy Nelson were also part of the package.

On this day, however, Aaron Rodgers was supported by every single one of his Packer teammates.

Ryan Grant and Brandon Jackson effectively allowed Rodgers to take a breather against one of the NFL's best run defenses, both tearing up the turf for 195 yards on 35 carries.

As mentioned before, the Packer offensive lineman kept Rodgers safely tucked away in the backfield, also opening vast holes for both running backs.

Green Bay's defense kept Kyle Orton and Rex Grossman running from trouble. A.J. Hawk showed his abilities in the middle, taking over for the injured Nick Barnett. The defensive front managed to apply effective pressure and sealed away more holes against the high scoring Bears.

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Who was the MVP for the Packers in this game?

  • Aaron Rodgers
  • Ryan Grant
  • Greg Jennings
  • Donald Driver
  • A.J. Hawk
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Results - Author Poll

Who was the MVP for the Packers in this game?

  • Aaron Rodgers

    37.9%
  • Ryan Grant

    41.4%
  • Greg Jennings

    0.0%
  • Donald Driver

    3.4%
  • A.J. Hawk

    17.2%
  • Total votes: 29
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