One needn’t have watched a lot of the Packers offense to realize the connection Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams formed over their eight years together. The countless back shoulder throws and freelanced routes showed a chemistry that only thousands of hours of preparation can produce. And the numbers certainly speak for themselves. But for a QB/WR tandem, nothing shows more trust than third downs.
Rodgers repeatedly counted on his best playmaker on third down. Adams had 23 catches on third down resulting in conversions – good for 5th in the NFL. His releases off the line and ability to win quickly made him an easy safety net.
How Packers Offense Can Replace Davante Adams on Third Down
