So, you look at all the numbers and you can’t help but wonder how Green Bay stands a chance against Dallas. Hot take: It can happen, but the outcome rests on the shoulders of the Packers’ offensive line. Allow me to explain with a quick trip from Title Town to Nerdville.
For geeky NFL fans, the best thing about stats is how many of them there are. It’s also the worst thing. The treasure chest of numbers is so large that finding the real gems amidst all the costume jewelry can be a tedious slog. And if you mix and match enough of them a certain way, you can make any outfit look good.