3 trap games on the Packers schedule Green Bay can’t afford to lose
1. Week 16 vs. Browns
Baker Mayfield leads his Browns squad into Lambeau Field for a 3:30 CST kickoff on Christmas Day. That means this match-up will get a ton of viewers around the country. Cleveland had a habit of playing its best football when the lights were the brightest last season.
It’s fair to wonder whether or not the weather will be a big concern in this one. Ironically, it’s the Packers that need conditions to be reasonable. The Browns would be happy to see this game devolve into a contest between the two ground games. They have the potential to bludgeon the Packers defense into submission in that sort of slugfest.
Cleveland also upgraded its secondary talent in the offseason so they can hold up against a talented aerial attack like Green Bay’s. Safety John Johnson could be a crucial player in this game due to his versatility in the final third. If Grant Delpit bounces back from his 2020 injury the Browns could have one of the best secondaries in football.
Next. NFL Draft grades: Bears and Browns dominate. dark
This could easily be a high-stakes matchup as the regular season starts to wind down. A loss to the Browns would serve as a cruel emotional blow to the Packers as they prepare for the postseason. It’s not a must-win, but a loss could really damage Green Bay’s psyche at the worst possible time.