Why is heck is WR Biren Ealy on the Packers 53 man roster? Can’t they find a legit kick returner to take his place and put Ealy on the practice squad?

For me there are two keys to this game and all the games from here on out: keep improving on the O-line and eliminate the penalties on both sides. When the Pack doesn’t make dumb mistakes it’s talent level is as good as anyones.

1. Offensive line toughness – the offensive line needs to stand up against a hard hitting nasty trash talking defense that will be energized. Take a punch and then smack them back.

2. They must run the ball effectively on first down but that doesn’t always mean handing off to the RB. Short passes, screens, end rounds, etc… It makes the defense think and sets up manageable 2nd and 3rd downs.

3. The defensive line has to hold their ground and set the edge especially when the Ravens go into a u-71 package. This will allow the LB’s to be active and play quick to the ball.

4. And my key to the game: win the field position game. This means no turnovers and ST’s coverage has to be good. This Raven’s offense has a good RB but if you make them march 70-80 yards for points I think our run defense is good enough that it forces Flacco to pass and make some mistakes. We give this team short fields and free points it will be hard to win this game.

I would also love to see a long pass on the first Packer offensive play of the game. It is something MM did a few times last year and I have not seen it this year. It may fall incomplete but it sends a message that the o-line can hold their blocks and Jennings/Driver need to be respected deep.