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Packers vs Cardinals: Key challenges and strategies highlighted

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Jeremy Walls Arizona Cardinals Chief Operating Officer | Arizona Cardinals Website

Jeremy Walls Arizona Cardinals Chief Operating Officer | Arizona Cardinals Website

The Arizona Cardinals are set to face the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field this Sunday. The game will spotlight Jordan Love, the Packers' quarterback, who has shown both strengths and weaknesses in his performance this season. Love ranks second in passing yards per game but struggles with completion percentage. He leads the NFL in both passing touchdowns and interceptions thrown per game.

Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon commented on the Packers' offensive strategy, noting their tendency to throw deep passes. He emphasized the importance of pressuring Love, who has a low passer rating when under pressure.

On defense, the Cardinals have demonstrated strong second-half performances, notably shutting out opponents like the 49ers and Lions after halftime. Defensive coordinator Nick Rallis has been credited for effective adjustments during games. The challenge remains to maintain that intensity throughout entire matches.

Ball security will be crucial for the Cardinals as they face a Packers team that excels in takeaways, leading the league with 14 so far this season. Wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. stressed its importance ahead of Sunday's matchup.

Safety Xavier McKinney has been pivotal for Green Bay's defense, earning recognition as NFC Defensive Player of the Week due to his impressive stats in interceptions and passes defensed.

The upcoming match presents significant tests for both teams as they prepare for an intense contest at one of football's iconic venues.

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