Aaron Rodgers used to say that the colder Lambeau became, the better for the Green Bay Packers.
That's not entirely true anymore, and the early forecast hints at a potential problem for the Packers as the Philadelphia Eagles roll into town for Monday Night Football. Green Bay's turbulent offense lacks an identity, and its struggles to move the ball on the ground won't bode well as the Frozen Tundra comes alive.
According to NFLWeather, there could be snow in the air on Monday night. The kickoff temperature will be around 31 degrees and declining to 27 by the fourth quarter. Any snow will only make catching and handling the ball more problematic, which makes the rushing attack more important.
A frozen Lambeau Field may actually benefit the Eagles more than the Packers
We're not talking about the Miami Dolphins coming to town. The Eagles are a tough football team built for playing outdoors in frozen conditions. Football weather.
The Packers have a defense ready to take advantage, but the war in the trenches on the other side of the ball is a concern. Green Bay's run-blocking is an issue. According to ESPN, the offense ranks 21st in run block win rate, while Pro Football Focus gives them a 57.5 run blocking grade, also ranking 21st.
Philadelphia ranks 14th and 12th in each ranking, respectively. While hardly dominant, the Eagles' offense is better equipped to run the ball, perfect for a chilly night in Green Bay.
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Saquon Barkley leads the Eagles' backfield. The Packers know him well, as he's piled up 467 rushing yards and five touchdowns in five career games against them, including the playoffs. And let's not forget about the 110 receiving yards and an additional score.
Jalen Hurts' rushing ability is also a concern, and AJ Dillon has experience making tough runs in Green Bay.
Last week's shaky performance against Rico Dowdle aside, the Packers have a defense ready for the battle, but the biggest concern is on the other side of the ball.
Green Bay's offensive line is struggling to run block, forcing Josh Jacobs to create magic on his own. Per PFF, 428 of his 534 rushing yards have come after contact.
In an ideal world, the Packers would hand the keys of the offense to Jordan Love and let the passing game take over, but that's a tougher task in frozen conditions, especially if there's snow. But it's only going to get colder, and if Green Bay wants to make a deep playoff run, it'd better find a way to move the ball on the ground as the temperatures drop.
The Packers are at Lambeau, but the weather forecast may actually benefit the visitors on MNF.