Matchup to watch: Green Bay’s downfield passing vs. Philadelphia’s downfield defense
Both these teams come into this game injured, but I’m a little bit more worried about the Packers’ injuries than Philly’s. Yes, QB Jordan Love hurt his elbow, but all reports seem to lead to him playing. However, WR Christian Watson is done for the year with a torn ACL. While his hands have been inconsistent, his field-tilting speed has not only given the Packers a downfield threat, but pried open holes for other receivers. Watson’s 17.1 Average Depth of Target is second in the NFL among pass catchers with at least 50 targets, and even without being
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