What happened: ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky highlighted Green Bay head coach Matt LaFleur's scheme against New England's pass coverage following Week 9. The Packers exploited defensive looks throughout the afternoon during a 45-27 road victory on Nov. 8.
Why it matters: The win moved Green Bay to 6-3, extending their streak to two games and maintaining their position in the NFC playoff bracket. Consistent execution against coverage schemes remains crucial in a competitive NFC North where every team carries a winning record.
By the numbers: Green Bay Packers: 6-3 record in 2026 through 9 games (streak W2, seed 7 in NFC).
What to watch: Green Bay aims to sustain offensive consistency as the NFC wild-card race tightens heading into the second half of the season.