and it is really not even close. I would be truly shocked if they get past the Rams or Bucs. Deebo Samuel on the other hand is the man. He is a joy to watch. Mitchell is a pretty good find in the 6th round as well.

The Packers lost because their Special Teams completely melted down. They screwed up in almost every conceivable way for a Special Teams. Also Rodgers was off even more so than in the last two NFC championship games.

Yes, he's injured. Accuracy, velocity, distance are compromised. So don't throw into tight coverage. The starting right tackle is out. So call shorter pass plays that don't require five step drops. Throw the ball away if no one is open.

About Rodgers: QBs were off in the last three games the 49ers won (all playoff teams too): Stafford, Prescott, Rodgers. It's the defense. Two great players came off long injuries: cornerback Emmanuel Moseley and linebacker Dre Greenlaw.

That said, I agree, Packers should have won. Special teams melted like mild Wisconsin cheddar.

Garoppolo is a win-with qb. You can win with him if you have a great defense and special teams. It fits him perfectly.