Carrington Valentine has message for NFL after win over Rams

The Green Bay Packers defense played like an elite unit on Sunday, regardless of its inferior opponent in the Los Angeles Rams.

Rookie cornerback Carrington Valentine was a big part of the success. He finished the day with three pass break-ups, which led the team. Overall, he looked like a veteran in his fourth start, making plays in both pass and run defense. It was especially huge considering Valentine is currently viewed as the successor to Rasul Douglas while Eric Stokes recovers from injury.

"Man, 3-7 (Valentine) played like a top-tier corner in the league and it's exciting to see," Packers All-Pro cornerback Jaire Alexander told reporters after the game. "And you know, he will continue to do that. Because that's the standard now. I mean, we've seen it in camp - he's young, he's hungry [and] he wants to make plays. He wants to be the best, you know, and I can't be more happy to play alongside with somebody like that."

For Valentine, Sunday's success came at no surprise. What was surprising, however, was the fact he played a major role in holding both Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua to a combined five receptions for 80 yards on 14 targets. As a result, his confidence was on full display as he spoke with reporters - as it should have been.