Packers' run defense has been much better the last few weeks. Kenny Clark has apparently healed 100% and is making life miserable for NFL centers.
They absolutely did respect the Vikes' run game, it's what they do. Boone has done well in limited snaps, until last night averaged over 5 yards a carry. But I'm sure Pettine's plan was to make Cousins beat them, and it was pretty apparent that despite getting paid $28 million a year, he can't. Cousins hasn't won a big game by himself yet.
They absolutely did respect the Vikes' run game, it's what they do. Boone has done well in limited snaps, until last night averaged over 5 yards a carry. But I'm sure Pettine's plan was to make Cousins beat them, and it was pretty apparent that despite getting paid $28 million a year, he can't. Cousins hasn't won a big game by himself yet.