In a stunning display of skill and teamwork, the Green Bay Packers achieved their highest Pro Football Focus (PFF) grade of the 2024 season with a resounding 34-0 victory over the New Orleans Saints at Lambeau Field on Monday night.

Led by a potent rushing attack featuring standout performances from Josh Jacobs and a fierce pass-rush spearheaded by Rashan Gary, the Packers built a commanding 21-0 lead by halftime. The Saints, hampered by injuries to several pivotal players, were unable to threaten a comeback, leading to the Packers securing their playoff positioning with style.

Top Offensive Players

The PFF grades highlighted the exceptional performances of the following offensive players:

1. **RB Josh Jacobs: 90.4** - Jacobs was a force on the ground, evading four tackles, recording two runs over 10 yards, and securing five first downs or touchdowns. His versatility was showcased by also catching all four of his targets.

2. **RB Emanuel Wilson: 80.9** - Wilson made his presence felt with a significant run and two broken tackles, contributing to the Packers' ground dominance.

3. **RT Zach Tom: 76.6** - Tom's pass-blocking was impeccable as he allowed no pressures over 28 snaps, marking himself as an elite run blocker as well.

4. **WR Jayden Reed: 73.1** - Reed's reliability in the air was notable, catching three passes, including one under duress, while maintaining impressive yards per route run.

5. **RB Chris Brooks: 73.0** - Brooks showcased his elusiveness by forcing four missed tackles on just six carries and making significant contributions in pass protection.

Top Defensive Players

On the defensive side, the Packers excelled with the following standout players:

1. **DE Rashan Gary: 90.6** - Gary was nothing short of extraordinary, producing six hurries on just 18 pass-rushing snaps despite limited playing time.

2. **DE Brenton Cox: 88.7** - Cox made an instant impact with five pressures, including a sack, all within 17 snaps, in addition to a key run stop.

3. **S Zayne Anderson: 85.2** - Anderson's defensive prowess shone through as he not only intercepted a pass but also nearly snagged a second, maintaining flawless coverage.

4. **LB Edgerrin Cooper: 81.2** - Cooper led the defense with four stops while limiting opponents to just 14 yards against his coverage.

5. **CB Eric Stokes: 80.6** - Stokes tightly contested receivers, allowing just one catch for four yards across three targets.

Struggles on Offense

Despite the team's success, some players struggled:

1. **TE John FitzPatrick: 53.6** - FitzPatrick’s blocking was mediocre despite significant opportunities.

2. **WR Bo Melton: 56.7** - Melton provided limited contribution outside of one notable run.

3. **WR Christian Watson: 57.9** - Watson's performance was stifled with minimal opportunities in the passing game.

4. **TE Ben Sims: 58.0** - Sims' blocking skills also fell short, contributing to a challenging outing.

5. **C Josh Myers: 62.3** - Myers faced difficulties in pass protection, allowing pressures which thwarted drives.

Defensive Disappointments

The following defensive players struggled to make a significant impact:

1. **DL TJ Slaton: 35.5** - Slaton’s performance in run defense was notably poor.

2. **DL Colby Wooden: 40.0** - Wooden had a lackluster outing contributing to the defensive lines’ inconsistency.

3. **DE Kingsley Enagbare: 49.9** - Enagbare managed to disrupt only minimally.

4. **DL Karl Brooks: 50.1** - Brooks also struggled in run containment.

5. **LB Eric Wilson: 51.6** - Wilson missed key tackles and gave up a few completions in coverage.

Special Teams Highlights

Edgerrin Cooper impressed on special teams with two tackles and an elite grade. Chris Brooks and Bo Melton also contributed, though Melton had a miss. Lukas Van Ness and Kingsley Enagbare faced penalties, while Brandon McManus booted two field goals, including a spectacular 55-yarder.

Quarterback Analysis

Jordan Love demonstrated solid quarterbacking with a PFF score of 68.7. He excelled when facing no pressure, achieving a 72.7% completion rate on 18 attempts for 170 yards. He threw one touchdown while showing a strong ability to avoid turnovers. Despite facing pressure on 10 dropbacks, Love managed to avoid being sacked.

Notable Stat

Saints quarterback Spencer Rattler faced relentless pressure, with a staggering 52.6% pressure rate on his dropbacks. The Packers registered an impressive 30 total pressures, showcasing the resurgence of their pass rush, which has become a defining feature of their defense in recent weeks. With such a dominant performance, the Packers are poised to make a strong push for the playoffs this season.