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The honeymoon phase of a new NFL season faded quickly for the Green Bay Packers. Following a frustrating 39-22 season-opening loss to the Minnesota Vikings, Green Bay found itself searching for immediate answers, particularly along a struggling offensive line. The unit surrendered four sacks and posted a league-worst 9% pass-block win rate, leaving quarterback Jordan Love under relentless pressure all afternoon.
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Starting center Sean Rhyan isn’t interested in overcomplicating the diagnosis or hiding behind diplomatic coachspeak. Heading into a pivotal Week 2 battle against the New York Jets, the 25-year-old offensive lineman offered an honest and NSFW mandate for his position group.
“F***ing protect J-Love, and f***ing move the ball, keep it simple, keep it easy,” Rhyan told reporters on Thursday.
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It is difficult to argue with his straightforward logic. Despite constantly scrambling out of collapsing pockets in Minneapolis, Love still put up impressive numbers, completing 21 of 42 passes for 387 yards and two touchdowns. However, the relentless pressure eventually took its toll in the fourth quarter. A costly strip-sack and a tipped interception derailed any chance of a comeback, extending Green Bay’s overall losing streak to six games dating back to last year’s playoff exit.
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Tightening up protection won’t be a walk in the park this weekend. The Jets arrive with a fierce defensive line coming off a dominant 23-10 victory over the Tennessee Titans. New York’s pass rush presents a stiff test, and Packers offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich hinted that rotation changes could be coming upfront to find the right starting combination.
If Green Bay wants to avoid a 0-2 start and snap its current skid, Rhyan’s blunt rallying cry needs to translate onto the field immediately. Keeping the game plan simple is fine, but keeping Love upright is the true priority.
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