There is no reason to be so passive when a unit has so much talent. That's the biggest takeaway after a disappointing defensive performance by the Green Bay Packers on a 23-7 loss to the Minnesota Vikings in the regular season opener on Sunday.
Justin Jefferson did everything he wanted throughout the game, especially in the first half, finishing the matchup with nine receptions, 184 yards and two touchdowns. And it wasn't like he beated Jaire Alexander all the time. Actually, they rarely faced each other directly. New Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell explored the Packers defensive strategy, moved Jefferson around, and the receiver dominated the soft zones proposed by Green Bay’s defensive coordinator Joe Barry.