NFL Week 4 Picks and Plays

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Interesting Plays Parlay 49ers Eagles Chiefs Vikings Bengals Single Games The Jaguars have had their fair share of games overseas. This year, they're playing in London against the Falcons. Look to the Jaguars to come out on top with their "home" crowd. Not to mention, the travel takes a toll on these players. International travel may help sway an under 45 total points bet.  Pick: Jaguars and (an adjusted total of) UNDER 45 total points

Deep Dive: The Similarities Between the 2023 and 2008 Green Bay Packers

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Overview

The 2023 Green Bay Packers are entering a new era with Jordan Love as their starting quarterback. Love is a talented young player, but he is still unproven. Many Packers fans are looking back to the 2008 season, when Aaron Rodgers took over as the starting quarterback for the first time. There are some striking similarities between the two teams, which could give Packers fans hope for the future... but at the same time, give fans that "sinking feeling" when thinking if history will repeat 2008's 6-10 record (throw that extra 17th game in the win or loss column... your choice).

And we of course can't forget Brett Favre leaving the team to join the Jets. I guess in some cases, history does repeat itself...

Similarities on Offense

Both the 2023 and 2008 Packers had young and talented offensive weapons. In 2008, the Packers had Donald Driver and Greg Jennings at wide receiver. In 2023, the Packers have Christian Watson and Romeo Doubs at wide receiver. Both teams also had a solid running game, with Ryan Grant leading the way for the 2008 Packers and Aaron Jones and AJ Dillon leading the way for the 2023 Packers.

Similarities on Defense

The 2023 and 2008 Packers also had some similarities on defense. Both teams had some household names, with Aaron Kampman, Nick Barnett, A.J. Hawk, Charles Woodson, Al Harris and Nick Collins leading the way for the 2008 Packers and Kenny Clark, Preston Smith, Rashan Gary, Jaire Alexander, and the up-and-coming Quay Walker leading the way for the 2023 Packers. 

Similarities in Coaching

The 2023 and 2008 Packers also had some similarities in coaching. Both teams were led by young and innovative head coaches. In 2008, the Packers were led by Mike McCarthy, who was in his third season as head coach. In 2023, the Packers are led by Matt LaFleur, who is in his fifth season as head coach. Both McCarthy and LaFleur are known for their aggressive play-calling and their ability to get the most out of their players.

What Does It All Mean?

The similarities between the 2023 and 2008 Green Bay Packers are certainly intriguing. It is possible that Love could have a similar trajectory to Rodgers, and that the Packers could be a contender in the NFC for years to come. However, it is important to remember that the NFL is a very tough league, and there are no guarantees. Love will need to develop and the Packers will need to stay healthy in order to be successful.

But for now, Packers fans can at least be hopeful. The similarities between the two teams are certainly encouraging.