Green Bay Packers: 2016 opponents who could be game-breakers

Detroit Lions defensive end Ezekiel Ansah. Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports
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Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Allen Robinson (15) fights off a tackle attempt by Tennessee Titans defensive back Perrish Cox (29). Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
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7. Allen Robinson

September games in muggy Florida always present their fair share of issues no matter who the opponent. The prospect of keeping the high-flying six-foot-three Robinson out of the end zone is a daunting task that will have Packers defensive backs sweating even before they hit the field.

The soon-to-be 23-year-old Penn State product presents an inviting target for Blake Bortles on 50-50 balls due to his instincts and ability to use his size to shield downfield defenders.

Robinson averaged nearly 18 yards per reception along with recording a league-leading 31 catches of 20 yards or more, which may shock some fans because of his 4.6 speed.

But timed velocity is a deceptive indicator in sizing up the long-strider that eats up lots of ground with every step and keeps building momentum as he gets deeper into his routes.

You can certainly bank on Sam Shields seeing plenty of Mr. Robinson in the season opener. The veteran corner must use every ounce of his speed, body positioning skills and physicality to deny the third-year man from executing back-breaking downfield plays.

Successfully keeping Robinson in front of the secondary and limiting him to several underneath completions short of the first-down marker will go a long way to ensure a Packers victory and get the regular season started on the right foot.

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