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Zach Kruse

Matt LaFleur: Fair to criticize Packers for not using Keisean Nixon on returns sooner

Keisean Nixon used Monday night’s primetime showdown with the Los Angeles Rams to once again showcase his dynamic ability as a returner, and Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur is now ready to admit his team made a big mistake in not using Nixon on returns earlier in the season.

Nixon returned three kickoffs for 95 yards against the Rams, including a 52-yarder in the second half, and his two punt returns netted 36 yards. He had another explosive return before the half negated by a questionable holding penalty, but his returns consistently flipped field position and put the Packers in scoring areas.

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