Still, given his history against Green Bay, there is reason for optimism. Since 2012, he has a 101.3 passer rating against the Packers. He has completed 60% of his passes for 902 passing yards, six touchdowns, two interceptions, 301 rushing yards, and two rushing touchdowns.
He'll need to have another great game against Green Bay if he hopes to help his team rebound from back-to-back blowout road losses. Last week against the Arizona Cardinals, he had a career low 16.7 passer rating, which included four interceptions. He will need better protection from his offensive line, who has allowed Kaepernick to be pressured on 43.2% of his drop backs - a league high per Pro Football Focus.
He will likely be missing one of his favorite targets in TE Vernon Davis. Davis missed team practices on Wednesday and Thursday and went back into the weight room after briefly warming up on Friday. He is highly questionable to play on Sunday.
Here are some statistics from Kaepernick's career starts against the Packers.
Date | Comp | Att | Yds | TDs | INTs | Rush | Rush TDs | Rate |
Jan 12, 2013 | 17 | 31 | 263 | 2 | 1 | 181 | 2 | 91.2 |
Sep 8, 2013 | 27 | 39 | 412 | 3 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 129.4 |
Jan 5, 2014 | 16 | 30 | 227 | 1 | 1 | 98 | 0 | 75.3 |
Total | 60 | 100 | 902 | 6 | 2 | 301 | 2 | 101.3 |
More San Francisco 49ers News
-
Sidelined 49ers: Who's out against the Bears?
San Francisco 49ers cornerback Deommodore Lenoir is set to return for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bears after missing last week's matchup against the Buffalo Bills due to a knee injury. Safety Talanoa Hufanga, recently activated from injured reserve on Saturday, will also... -
Report: 49ers RB Isaac Guerendo plans to play against Rams
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, San Francisco 49ers rookie running back Isaac Guerendo is expected to suit up for Thursday night's game against the Los Angeles Rams at Levi's Stadium. "49ers rookie RB Isaac Guerendo plans to play Thursday night vs. the Rams despite his... -
Sidelined 49ers: Who's out against the Rams?
As the San Francisco 49ers prepare for their Thursday night NFC West showdown against the Los Angeles Rams, there remains uncertainty around linebacker Dre Greenlaw's status. While he is expected to play, the team has yet to announce whether he will be activated off the... -
Report: Nick Bosa likely to make his 49ers return against the Rams
San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa, listed as questionable for Thursday night's primetime matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, is likely to play, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. However, the team will assess his readiness during pre-game warmups to ensure he can...