### Packers Aim for AFC South Sweep in Florida Showdown with Jaguars

This Sunday, the Green Bay Packers are traveling to Florida to take on the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium. After enduring hotter-than-usual conditions at Lambeau Field in recent games, the Packers are gearing up for the Florida heat and humidity. With victories over the Indianapolis Colts, Houston Texans, and Jacksonville Jaguars already, the Packers are looking to complete an AFC South sweep in their Week 8 matchup.

One of the critical aspects of this game will be how well the Packers' offensive line handles the Jaguars' edge rushers. Jacksonville ranks last in the NFL in blitz percentage, relying instead on edge rushers Travon Walker and Josh Allen-Hines to generate pressure. Both Walker and Allen-Hines have over 25 pressures so far this season. The key question here is whether Packers' linemen Rasheed Walker and Zach Tom can keep this dynamic duo at bay. Green Bay's quarterback, Jordan Love, has excelled when not blitzed, leading the NFL in yards per attempt and EPA under such conditions.

Expect both teams to attempt deep passes. Trevor Lawrence, the Jaguars' quarterback, leads the league in both attempts and completions on passes exceeding 20 yards. Rookie receiver Brian Thomas Jr. has proven himself a significant downfield threat. The Packers' safeties, Xavier McKinney and Evan Williams, will need to step up their game, supported by a formidable pass rush, to prevent any big plays from the Jaguars. Conversely, Christian Watson might exploit the Jaguars' defensive weaknesses, primarily in the secondary, with his speed and ability to create big downfield plays.

On the ground, Jaguars running back Tank Bigsby has emerged as a formidable force. With teammate Travis Etienne struggling and dealing with a hamstring injury, Bigsby has taken up the mantle, forcing 25 missed tackles on just 67 attempts. His ability to gain yards after first contact and break through for big plays makes him a significant threat. The Packers' defense, possibly missing linebacker Quay Walker due to a concussion, will need to focus on collective tackling to contain Bigsby.

Another key factor is turnovers. The Jaguars have managed only three takeaways this season, with just one interception. This presents an excellent opportunity for Jordan Love, who currently leads the NFL in interceptions, to aim for an efficient, turnover-free game. The Jaguars' defense has struggled with pressuring quarterbacks and covering receivers, making it one of the weakest units so far this season. By protecting the football, the Packers can control the game and avoid any unlikely upsets.

Lastly, special teams could play a pivotal role. The Jaguars rank highly in special teams performance, being sixth in DVOA and second according to PFF grades. With kicker Cam Little nearly perfect, punter Logan Cooke ranking fourth in net punting, and Parker Washington having returned a punt for a touchdown last week, the Packers must avoid special teams errors that could keep the Jaguars in the game.

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