Kansas City Chiefs: Way too early thoughts on 2019 opponents
By Chase Murphy
Baltimore Ravens (10-6)
The Ravens had an awesome run last season after making the switch at the starting quarterback position from Joe Flacco to Lamar Jackson. Jackson made his fourth consecutive start against the Chiefs last season, and despite putting up an impressive 24 points against the Chiefs, was delivered his first loss as a starter from Patrick Mahomes.
The Ravens will always be a good game to watch, and next season will be no exception. Arrowhead Stadium is an intimidating place to play for any team, so that will be a factor for the Ravens to contend with, as well as the all-star offensive line.
The Chiefs put up a historic minimum of 26 points in each game last season, so if the Ravens are going to win in Arrowhead, they’ll need at least that much.
Green Bay Packers (6-9-1)
Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers had a rough season last year. Rodgers suffered a knee sprain and a concussion last season to go right along with the nine losses they were dealt. One loss came from the Mahomes lead Kansas City Chiefs in late August (preseason isn’t the same, I get it), where the Packers fell 21-33.
Green Bay fans were understandably disappointed with the outcome of the season, but with the firing of Mike McCarthy, are feeling a little more optimistic.
Aaron Rodgers is an exceptionally impressive quarterback and poses a reasonable threat to defenses across the league. Recent defensive changes on the Kansas City Chiefs coaching staff will be a huge advantage next season against quarterbacks like Rodgers.
If the Packers want to win against Kansas City, Rodgers will have to put up serious points and make huge advancements from his performance last season.