The 49ers put an end to the Packers season again BUT, this time it was just a case of the healthier team winning!

The end is always the worst but as we say goodbye to another Packer season it does not hurt as bad this time.

This team overcame so much all season but in this playoff battle they were just outplayed by a healthier, better, team. Still, We almost won, should have won, but we did not win and that is the bottom line.

It is funny how Packer nation was so concerned about Mason Crosby when the season began but he is just fine. With multiple injuries during this game on top of a season with countless injuries it just became too much to overcome. The injuries are a reason but not an excuse. 

The overall talent needs to improve, players and coaches!

We have a great QB, RB, and WRs but need improvement everywhere else!

The past two seasons we lost after earning a first round bye and being favored to win. I am disappointed by the many Packer fans who didn't think we had a chance today but maybe now everyone understands how good the Packers can be!

After doing better today the Defense still failed in the end and needs a big upgrade and it starts with a new coach to lead them. The Head Coach, Mike McCarthy, is still solid but needs help from a great Defensive mind.

In the end however, failing THREE YEARS IN A ROW in the first post-season game is UNACCEPTABLE and I hope General Manager Ted Thompson gets right on this and starts making changes right away so we all have some hope for next season!

As much as I like MM and TT, one more season ending this soon could mean the end for these two.

  

THIS IS THE FINAL INSTALLMENT OF PACKERTALK!!! 

It will not be back next season but the Pack will be Back and you can find my comments on Facebook and/or other social media sites. Thanks to all of you who have read this over the years!

 

Mike Trescher

Always remember "The Journey is the Reward"

The 49ers are coming to Green Bay...It's our time!

It's been almost a year now since being embarrassed in the playoffs in San Francisco but the 49ers come to Green Bay this time. The 49ers whipped the Packers 45-31 in the playoffs and also beat the Packers in each of the past two regular season opening games...but...

Things are much different now and this Packer team has been through so much just to make the playoffs that I don't think they will blow this opportunity.

Beating the 49ers is a tall task but with a healthy Aaron Rodgers and a healthy Randall Cobb the Packers are a good team so no more looking back, we are here!

The 49ers were the better team when the season started and throughout the season but who is the better team now?

Coaching: Both Mike McCarthy and Jim Harbaugh are 50 years old. Mike McCarthy is a Super Bowl champion head coach while Jim Harbaugh lost in his Super Bowl opportunity last season vs. Baltimore... ADVANTAGE PACKERS

Special Teams: The 49ers return game is slightly better in most of these areas...ADVANTAGE 49ERS

Secondary: The Packers are young but getting more experience every week but the 49ers secondary is better...ADVANTAGE 49ers

Linebackers: The Packers have key injuries but still have some good linebackers like A.J. Hawk but the 49ers have Patrick Willis, NaVorro Bowman and much more...ADVANTAGE 49ers

Defensive Line: The Packers are big but the 49ers are very strong. The biggest key to this game is that the Packers OL is able to keep San Francisco DL from taking over the game...ADVANTAGE 49ers

Offensive Line: The Packers now have the best five guys out there and playing well and have a solid running game. They must play well and protect Aaron Rodgers if the Packers are to win this game. Still, the 49ers have more talent at this position as well...ADVANTAGE 49ers

Wide Receivers: Not only do the Packers have four OUTSTANDING ones but the 49ers have only Michael Crabtree and Tight End Vernon Davis to count on...HUGE ADVANTAGE Packers 

Running Backs: Eddie Lacy/James Starks vs. Frank Gore etc...EVEN

Quarterbacks: Aaron Rodgers vs. Colin Kaepernick  ADVANTAGE Packers 

HOME TEAM: Green Bay...Advantage Packers

OVERALL: It looks like the 49ers should win but I really think it is the Packers turn. Green Bay can outscore San Francisco if they stay away from big mistakes.

I hope all Packer fans really enjoy this game and appreciate what the team has been through and accomplished this season. 

IF the Packer Offensive Line can play well enough and the Packers don't commit any turnovers in this game (or at least win the turnover battle) I think Aaron Rodgers will lead the Packers to a victory we will all remember for a long time: Packers 38 49ers 31

Like I always say: "The Journey is the Reward" and this Journey has been so much fun that I can't stand the idea of seeing it all end!