The Green Bay Packers‘ defense has been outstanding against the run this season. They’ve also been great at getting to the quarterback, and, even in the losses, they’ve managed to keep their opposition out of the end zone more often than not.
However, they had struggled with subpar cornerback play for most of the season. That’s why, as shown by team analyst Zach Jacobson on X, watching Carrington Valentine break out in the past couple of weeks has been quite a welcome sight:
“Carrington Valentine was targeted five times against the Eagles last night, allowing just one reception for seven yards, one PBU and a 39.6 passer rating. Over his last two games: 11 targets for five receptions, 54 yards, one PBU and a 64.9 passer rating,” Jacobson posted on X.
Carrington Valentine was targeted five times against the Eagles last night, allowing just one reception for seven yards, one PBU and a 39.6 passer rating.
Over his last two games: 11 targets for five receptions, 54 yards, one PBU and a 64.9 passer rating.
— zach jacobson (@zacobson) November 11, 2025
Nate Hobbs had been a liability for Jeff Hafley’s defense way too often this season. With him out with an injury, Valentine has done a great job of holding down the fort.
The Packers’ secondary could be in for a big day on Sunday. With Jaxson Dart most likely out because of a concussion, interim head coach Mike Kafka will roll with Jameis Winston as the starter.
The veteran gunslinger is clearly more than capable of operating the New York Giants’ offense. However, his never-ending tendency to put the ball in harm’s way paves the way for some turnovers and big plays by the defense. Things could get pretty ugly for them pretty soon.
The Giants don’t have a lot of talent on offense right now, with RB Cam Skattebo and WR Malik Nabers out with injuries. That should make life even easier for Valentine and company, and the table is set for him to keep this hot streak going for at least a little longer.
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