GREEN BAY, Wis. – The Green Bay Packers’ hyped defense isn’t half bad. The problem is it’s only been half good.
Entering Sunday’s game at the Washington Commanders, the Packers have allowed 50 points in the first halves of their six games. That’s 8.3 points per game, which is tied for fifth-best in the NFL. On the other hand, the Packers have allowed 73 points in the second halves. That’s 12.2 points per game, which ranks 24th.
“Our job is to go out and slam the door when we have to slam the door,” defensive coordinator Joe Barry said.