Markus from Aurora, CO

Are you gents excited yet to travel to Cleveland?

Fun times in Cleveland today…CLEVELAND!

Don from Cedar Rapids, IA

I have a solution to how easy it is for field goals to be made: Outlaw "soccer style" kicks. Require all kickers to kick with the front of their foot, like they did before that little guy, Garo Yepremian, came along. (See Paul Hornung and Don Chandler.) Problem solved?

The NFL got 99 problems but the kicking game ain't one.

Tom from Columbus, NJ

In your opinion, what's the most intriguing thing to watch for this Sunday? A particular matchup, a player that may have to step up, etc.

Luke Musgrave is probably one to watch regardless of whether Tucker Kraft is available on Sunday. Musgrave has only played 38 offensive snaps (33%) through the first two games but has a full offseason in his back pocket and remains a big receiving target for Jordan Love. With John FitzPatrick's ability as an in-line tight end, the Packers have the horses to weather Kraft's absence if needed.

James from Appleton, WI

If you had to pick one for 1) What's more likely and 2) What do you most want to see between a 50-plus yard connection to Matthew Golden or a 20-plus yard run by Josh Jacobs, which would it be? Put me down for Jacobs for both, although the catch would have a strong breaking-the-glass element.

It's not easy to bust through a loaded box but the reward is huge if you do. For that reason, I not only think a 20-plus-yard Jacobs run is possible in Cleveland but also the best path forward for Green Bay against this Browns defense.

Mike from Baraboo, WI

Josh Jacobs' consecutive TD streak is quite impressive. In looking back at releasing Aaron Jones and bringing in FA Jacobs, how big of a move was that in retrospect?

I love Jones. We all love Jones. He's a future Packers Hall of Famer, but Jacobs is the right back for this Packers offense at this time. In addition to being three years younger than Jones, Jacobs solved a persistent problem for GB's goal-line offense with his ability to punch the ball in the end zone.

Mutt from Blaine, MN

Good morning II. I'm torn when thinking how much the Packers should try to run on Sunday. You don't want to abandon the run, but I think of the Patriots facing a top run D in Minnesota and never running the ball once in the first half and for most of the game. You don't want to put "10" in jeopardy, but beating your head against a wall without success could be detrimental as well. I think early, we won't force it against the tough run D.

If that's the adjustment the game requires, the Packers have gone that direction before. But I also don't want Myles Garrett pinning his ears back to get after Jordan Love. You gotta earn respect on the ground and give the Browns something to consider.

John from Green Bay, WI

What are the biggest keys to keeping this winning pace up?

Stay healthy. Really, I think it's that simple. This is the youngest team in the NFL, and they just knocked off two of the league's top teams. This team is only scratching the surface of its potential if it can stay healthy.

Dale from Aurora, CO

Where does confidence and over-confident collide? Rasheed Walker's unbeatable statement is good press and enjoyable for fans. However, if the team buys into that, and thinks they can phone it in game time, look out. Do you think?

I absolutely loved it – no different than how I loved Grant Delpit saying it's "not hard" to tackle Derrick Henry before the Browns' Week 2 game against Baltimore. And guess what happened? Henry rushed 11 times for 23 yards (2.1 yards per carry). In today's NFL, everyone shakes in the shadow of bulletin board material that doesn't even exist. Walker didn't insult anybody with his remark. He didn't say anyone was overrated. He projected confidence about his team's potential. That ain't just a good thing – it's a great thing.

Thomas from Oviedo, FL

Regarding the comments about Joe Burrow's injury and what teams can do to help prevent QBs getting hurt, just follow what the Packers have been doing for decades. 1) Invest in offensive linemen, then invest some more; 2) Stick with the running game no matter what; 3) Use two tight ends when needed; 4) Adjust the game plan. The Bengals did none of these things and no one should be surprised at the result.

It's a tough, physical game and teams must do their best to protect the QB. The Packers' offensive front has given Love time in the pocket the last two weeks, and he's rewarded them with a 120.0 passer rating.

Craig from Appleton, WI

With all the attention on the injuries to the offensive line, I haven't heard much about Elgton Jenkins at center. The offensive line has kept Jordan Love clean both games and I feel that the leadership Jenkins provides with the line calls has been a huge part of that. Kudos to him for being the versatile professional he is. Do you think he is capable of being an All-Pro center this year?

Yup.

Paul from Ledgeview, WI

Wes, I would love to see Malik Willis stay in GB because he seems like a quality dude and he is a talented QB. For him I would think the best situation is not to be traded out of GB, but to become a free agent after the season. Doesn't that provide greater latitude for his landing destination, and a greater financial opportunity as well?

Yup. Oh boy, this gets addicting. I better stop.

Kyle from Los Angeles, CA

Can you guys please ask LaFleur if he declined the holding penalty so that Micah Parsons could get credit for a half-sack? That decision left the Commanders in field-goal range, though they missed it.

Let me get this straight…you wanted LaFleur to accept a penalty for a 10-yard loss and replay of third down after Parsons' sack resulted in a loss of (checks notes) 10 yards?

Jim from Pompano Beach, FL

I think this team is blessed in that we are so deep at plenty of positions. Take QB for instance. Wouldn't it be cool for Matt to get Malik in the game for a few snaps (or even a trick play)? I don't see J-Lo having a problem with it, compared to the previous two Hall of Famers. In other words, always keep Malik ready for anything.

The Packers did this with Willis during last year's regular-season finale against Chicago. They still have that card.

Brian from Oregon, WI

I believe the last time the Packers and Browns played was Christmas 2021. Was Garrett a factor then? Are there any lessons learned from that game that would apply to Sunday's tilt?

The Packers did a phenomenal job against Garrett during a sackless-performance in a 24-22 win. Even more impressive, Green Bay didn't allow a single sack to the Browns despite utilizing a makeshift offensive line of Yosh Nijman, Jon Runyan, Lucas Patrick, Royce Newman and Dennis Kelly.

Ross from Hudson, WI

The Packers have played a lot of two tight end sets this season. With Myles Garrett on the other side of the line I imagine that would continue to add the ability to chip release in an effort to slow his roll. What else schematically can be done to temper his rush?

It's not a big secret. Chips and double-teams, no different than how the Packers handled Garrett four years ago. Hopefully, Green Bay can run the ball effectively and get into third-and-manageable situations where Garrett can't move around as easily and get after Love. It's a 60-minute staring contest with Garrett and you absolutely cannot blink.

Greg from Downers Grove, IL

I agree with you that we cannot look past the Browns. Looking at the Browns' stats, I see two things. Defensively they are solid. Good rush and more importantly they are stringent against the run. Offensively, I think they dink and dunk with a host of short passes as the RBs and TEs get the majority of targets. I really hope Keisean Nixon can stay hot this week and break up all the short passes?

The Browns are very young on offense and potentially without Joel Bitonio (back) at guard after he didn't practice this week. So yes, I would be surprised if Cleveland managed many long, sustained scoring drives against this Packers defense. However, the Ravens showed last week against a good Cleveland defense how far a few explosive plays and good field position can go. The Packers have to keep the field tilted in their favor.

Joseph from Bismarck, ND

Do you know why Jayden Reed hasn't been placed on IR yet?

Joe is one of maybe 15 people who asked this today. First and foremost, it ain't 2009 no more. Teams having the ability to elevate practice-squad players to the gameday roster has removed the need to make immediate moves. Secondly, an injured player only needs to go on IR before his team's next game to open the four-game window to return. Reed may go on IR later today for all I know. Regardless, his recovery is going to take longer than a month anyway. Making this an even larger nothing burger is the fact Green Bay has a roster spot open after not making a corresponding move when Brenton Cox Jr. was placed on IR last week.

Charles from New Berlin, WI

Hello II, regarding the onside kick rules, is there anything preventing the kicking team from attempting a "pooch" kick? Kicking over the receiving team's head might increase the chances of recovering the ball. GPG!

Teams can do whatever they want as long as the ball travels 10 yards. But if you watch closely, the Packers have players lined up behind the hands team in case there is a pooch.

TK from Grafton, WI

I disagree with the idea of fans "looking past" an opponent. I do it all the time without penalty because we are not the ones on the field!

If only fans could keep that same energy when the Packers fall short…Not every victory is the mountaintop, not every loss the vale.

Robert from Saginaw, MI

Per ESPN, the league office has told the officials to start calling a penalty if the Eagles' offensive line jumps before the snap on the tush push. What a novel idea.

Perhaps somebody in the league office finally found the lid to the cookie jar. Now let's see if the officiating crew's got the sand to call it inside the Linc this Sunday.

Dustin from Kansas City, MO

So, you're telling me that if I submit something overly whiney, without actually doing much research on the topic, there's a chance the great Cliff Christl himself will answer it? Challenge accepted!

Oh, this one made me giggle something fierce.

Dan from Rothschild, WI

As a 61-year-old Packer fan, I don't understand the concerns about who is wearing what number. I would actually consider not retiring numbers; just honor the player and move on. Maybe it's just the curmudgeon in me.

Totally fair. Cliff said, or wrote, everything that needed to be said on the No. 1 front. As Cliff wrote, players in the 1920s and '30s wore all sorts of numbers. Personally, I feel it is time to retire Paul Hornung's No. 5 officially. If that was Lombardi's intent, why not finally see that through?

Matt from Livingston, MT

The recent conversations about Tom Brady got me wondering what actually happens in a network production meeting and what kind of details could one gather from it that might provide an advantage to one party or another? Thanks for the great work you guys do.

I don't know the specifics, but if I'm a head coach or player, I wouldn't feel comfortable telling him the sky is blue right now.

Randal from Sebring, FL

When a team has back-to-back road games, does everything come back to Green Bay or do they just go ahead and move all the equipment to the next game? Take our next two games, where we are going from an open-air stadium to a dome stadium, so I imagine there are different needs between the two. It has to be a logistical nightmare to move all the stuff around.

That answer and many more in our travel essay from a couple years ago.

Amy from Hudson, WI

With barely over three minutes left in the game Thursday, the Dolphins had the ball first-and-10 just outside the red zone and only down seven to the heavily favored Bills. Just. Beat. Cleveland.

Yup (oops, I did it again). And what was the difference in the game? A turnover. Protect the football. Win the game.

Al from Green Bay, WI

No, it's not a trap game. Yes, the Packers will be focused on the Browns, and the Pack will prevail. Reasons to believe: 1) This dominant defense has stymied two really good offenses. They will not relent. 2) Jordan Love, all year long! 3) Superior weapons on offense and look for a Golden breakout. 4) Coaching. I'll take the GB staff any day. 5) Brandon McManus/Daniel Whelan. These guys really are special. GPG!

As I've repeated ad nauseum, the Packers cannot look past this opponent. However, one team is 2-0 and the other is 0-2. The Packers need to play clean football and not give the Browns any breaks.

LA from Sammamish, WA

After listening to Jeff Hafley on Thursdays, does anyone else feel they are ready to run through a brick wall for him?

I tried and quickly reached my deductible.

Dean from Leavenworth, IN

Two weeks, two statement wins
Don't let victory mask your mistakes
The journey is long and difficult
Your best required for every step
All gas, no brake, Green and Gold

With that, we're off to Cleveland. Enjoy the game, everyone.

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