Green Bay, Wis. – In front of a modest preseason crowd at Lambeau Field, the Packers secured a decisive 33-13 victory over the Denver Broncos on Saturday. The win, the second of the preseason schedule, gave head coach Matt LaFleur’s squad an early look at its offensive and special‑teams units ahead of the regular season.
Jordan Love leads scoring drive
Quarterback Jordan Love orchestrated a 12‑play, 63‑yard drive that culminated in an 11‑yard touchdown pass to wide receiver MarShawn Lloyd, putting Green Bay on the board first at 7-0. Love’s drive showcased his poise in the pocket and his ability to read the Broncos’ defense, a promising sign for a rookie‑year starter still finding his rhythm.
Special‑teams shine
Placekicker Trey Smack was flawless, converting all four of his field‑goal attempts, including a 59‑yard effort that underscored his leg strength. When asked about Smack’s perfect performance, LaFleur noted, “It’s great to have a reliable leg in the kicking game, especially when you can trust him from long distance.” Smack’s consistency adds a valuable dimension to the Packers’ special‑teams unit.
Broncos struggle to keep pace
Denver’s offense was unable to generate sustained momentum, managing only a single touchdown and two field goals. The Broncos’ defense, meanwhile, could not contain Love’s passing or the Packers’ running attack, allowing Green Bay to amass 330 total yards. Denver’s head coach emphasized the need for adjustments before the regular season, but the scoreboard reflected a clear gap.
Looking ahead
The Packers will close out the preseason next Friday when they host the Arizona Cardinals. That final exhibition will give LaFleur another opportunity to evaluate depth players and solidify his starting lineup. Fans in Green Bay can anticipate a competitive regular‑season schedule, with the early preseason performance offering optimism for the team’s prospects.
While preseason games do not count toward the official NFL standings, they provide crucial insight into player development, coaching strategies, and roster decisions. Green Bay’s dominant showing against Denver suggests that the team is on a positive trajectory as it prepares for the upcoming season.
Original reporting: Appleton, WI News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
