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Kansas City Chiefs: 3 Keys to a Victory against the Green Bay Packers

By Lucas Murphy

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - OCTOBER 27: Quarterback Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers greets quarterback Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs at midfield after the Packers defeated the Chiefs 31-24 to win the game at Arrowhead Stadium on October 27, 2019 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - OCTOBER 27: Quarterback Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers greets quarterback Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs at midfield after the Packers defeated the Chiefs 31-24 to win the game at Arrowhead Stadium on October 27, 2019 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images) /
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The Kansas City Chiefs have the privilege of playing the Green Bay Packers in Week 9 of the NFL season. Will the 3 keys determine this weekend’s outcome?

The Chiefs have had a rollercoaster type season. The erratic turnovers paired with the highlight reels. Many fans have held onto the ride and are ready to see this team play consistently, similar to a merry-go-round. The team is coming off of a nail-biter victory over the New York Giants on Monday Night Football. With a record of 4-4, they look to take on the Green Bay Packers in Week 9. For a Chiefs victory, they will need to focus on three keys.

Jordan Love Starting at Quarterback

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 12: Jordan Love #10 of the Green Bay Packers attempts a pass during the game against the New Orleans Saints at TIAA Bank Field on September 12, 2021 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 12: Jordan Love #10 of the Green Bay Packers attempts a pass during the game against the New Orleans Saints at TIAA Bank Field on September 12, 2021 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images) /

According to ESPN, the Green Bay Packers announced starting quarterback Aaron Rogers would be out of the game. Rogers tested positive for Covid-19.

The backup to Aaron Rogers is Jordan Love. Love was drafted by the Packers out of Utah State in 2020 with their 1st round pick No. 26. He has appeared in 2 games during his career in which he attempted 7 passes, 5 of those completed for 68 yards.

The Kansas City Chiefs have struggled on defense in 2021. Lack of pass rush and sacks has caused this defense to rank in the bottom of the NFL. The Chiefs have an opportunity to take advantage of an inexperienced quarterback and apply pressure. The Packers will look to lean on their veterans to assist with the young quarterback. Packers running back Aaron Jones could see an increase in carries. Running the football plays in favor of the Kansas City Chiefs leading tackler Nick Bolton. Bolton is a downhill, physical linebacker who has demonstrated he can play the gaps.

Bolton currently has 66 total tackles. He is ranked No. 12 in the NFL in total tackles. If the Chiefs can manage the running attack and force Jordan Love to throw the football it could end well for the Kansas City Chiefs.

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