3 bold predictions for Packers without Aaron Rodgers vs. Chiefs

Three bold predictions for the Packers versus the Chiefs in Week 9.

This is what we’ve all been waiting for. It’s Jordan Love time. The Green Bay Packers‘ second-year quarterback makes his first career start Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs with reigning MVP Aaron Rodgers on the reserve/COVID-19 list.

A huge opportunity for Love, no doubt, but a real challenge for this Packers team. They’ve faced plenty of adversity so far this season, and passed just about every test, but their incredible seven-game win streak is at risk this week. Making it eight in a row won’t be easy without Rodgers.

But that’s why we play the games. A Daniel Jones-led New York Giants almost defeated the Chiefs last week. Love is a first-round pick with plenty of talent. Surrounded by a talented Packers offense, don’t count him out. More on Love in a moment.

For the Packers, this is anything but a must-win. They’re 7-1 and have more wins than all of their division rivals combined. A great first-half to the season allows for some margin for error, although the same can’t be said for the struggling Chiefs who surprisingly sit in third place of the AFC West.

What can we expect from this game? Here are three bold predictions for the Packers.