Packers Face Tough Test Without Aaron Jones and Christian Watson

Packers Face Tough Test Without Aaron Jones and Christian Watson: 15 Key Insights

AJ Dillon's Challenge: AJ Dillon, who struggled with just 19 yards on 13 carries in Week 1, faces the task of stepping up and improving his performance.

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Lightning to Thunder: Dillon's role will be crucial as he aims to replicate Aaron Jones' lightning-fast style alongside his usual power running.

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Passing Game Consistency: With Christian Watson sidelined for a second consecutive game, Green Bay relies on a similar group of receivers as in the previous week.

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Watson's Limited Practice: Christian Watson did have his first limited practice of the season on Friday, providing a glimmer of hope for his potential return in the following week.

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Alternative Targets: In Watson's absence, tight end Luke Musgrave, Jayden Reed, Samori Toure, and Romeo Doubs will be the focus in the passing game. Romeo Doubs stood out with two touchdowns in Jordan Love's debut.

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David Bakhtiari's Absence: Adding to the challenges, left tackle David Bakhtiari will also be missing from Sunday's game as he manages his workload following his 2020 ACL tear.

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Critical Test: Facing the Falcons without Aaron Jones, Christian Watson, and David Bakhtiari poses an even more significant challenge for Jordan Love, the Packers' new starting quarterback.

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Optimistic Debut: Despite the odds, Jordan Love impressed in his first start and now looks to replicate that success against the Falcons.

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Packers-Falcons Kickoff: The Packers and Falcons are set to kick off at 1 p.m. ET.

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