Not So Special Teams

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Published: November 8, 2009

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... the Vikings a 3 1/2-game lead and handing the Buccaneers their first win of the season, something needs to change right now.

I'm looking at you, Mr. Shawn Slocum.

You may not solve the offensive pass protection or red zone defensive woes but you are a huge part of why the Packers have lost the last two games.

In the last two games, sloppy special teams play has led to four touchdowns.

Last week, Percy Harvin was able to return two kicks for 77 yards and 49 yards. These returns gave the Vikings field position at the 14 and 38 yard line.

This week. Jeremy Kapinos had a punt blocked for a touchdown and Bucs kick returner Clifton Smith was able to run back a kickoff for 83 yards.

The pathetic display of special teams that was on display last week didn't look any different today.

Maybe it's just me but I'm sure that Clifton Smith doesn't have the dynamic ability first-round pick Percy Harvin has.

If the Packers seriously want to ...

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