Packers snap losing streak: How Green Bay came back to beat Cowboys in overtime
2 years, 1 month ago

Packers snap losing streak: How Green Bay came back to beat Cowboys in overtime

New York Times  

The Green Bay Packers defeated the Dallas Cowboys 31-28 in overtime Sunday. — Schneidman Evaluating Christian Watson’s performance Watson may never be as good as Davante Adams, but he sure gave the Packers hope Sunday to think he’ll be pretty darn good and a legitimate No. Against the Cowboys, he caught four passes for 107 yards and three touchdowns, the latter two of which helped Green Bay erase a 14-point fourth-quarter deficit and tie the game at 28. If we take care of our own business, we’ll get to where we need to go.” — Machota Highlight of the game 58-YARD TD FOR THE ROOKIE CHRISTIAN WATSON 📺: #DALvsGB on FOX 📱: Stream on NFL+ https://t.co/rSmBWilFeT pic.twitter.com/OFcUsDDnB5 — NFL November 13, 2022 Key stat Watson became the first Packers rookie to catch three touchdowns in a game since James Lofton in 1978. The other was Hall of Famer Randy Moss on Thanksgiving in 1998.#GoPackGo @packers @ProFootballHOF — NFL Research November 14, 2022 What they’re saying Watson spoke to reporters after the game about his performance: “I was calm, cool and collected.” Christian Watson on his big day after two drops on the opening drive: pic.twitter.com/mbHgKAtee7 — Matt Schneidman November 14, 2022 Required reading

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Cowboys beat Tampa Bay 26-24 as Baker Mayfield and the Bucs lose control of their playoff fate
12 hours, 10 minutes ago

Cowboys beat Tampa Bay 26-24 as Baker Mayfield and the Bucs lose control of their playoff fate

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Cooper Rush threw for a touchdown, Brandon Aubrey kicked two 58-yarders among four field goals and the Dallas Cowboys beat Tampa Bay 26-24 on Sunday night, costing Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers control of their playoff fate. The end of a four-game winning streak left the Bucs even with Atlanta atop the NFC South with two games …

Green Bay looks to rebound on the road against Seattle on Sunday night
1 week, 3 days ago

Green Bay looks to rebound on the road against Seattle on Sunday night

Associated Press  

Green Bay at Seattle Sunday, 8:20 p.m. EST, NBC BetMGM NFL Odds: Packers by 3 Against the spread: Green Bay 7-6, Seattle 6-6-1 Series record: Green Bay leads 15-9 Last meeting: Nov. 14, 2021, Packers win 17-0 at Lambeau Field. Key matchup The Packers offense overall appears to have the upper hand with the steady leadership of quarterback Jordan Love, …

Packers continue to be hampered by slow starts against divisional opponents
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Packers continue to be hampered by slow starts against divisional opponents

Associated Press  

Green Bay’s season-long struggles against NFC North opponents have made the Packers ’ remote chance of winning a division title increasingly unlikely. Green Bay continually has fallen behind early against NFC North opponents, something that hasn’t happened in the Packers’ other games. … S Zayne Anderson, who had played just eight defensive snaps all season before Thursday, stepped in for …

Packers are swept by rival Lions after defense can’t come up with a big play
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Packers are swept by rival Lions after defense can’t come up with a big play

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Green Bay Packers got an unexpected extra chance to stop the Detroit Lions’ offense on Thursday night. “That maybe surprised me a little bit, but that’s how Dan has been throughout his career,” Packers coach Matt LaFleur said. “Obviously, we’d love to see the defense get the stop at the end and give us the ball back …

Dan Campbell’s 4th-down gambles help Lions beat Packers 34-31 and clinch playoffs
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Dan Campbell’s 4th-down gambles help Lions beat Packers 34-31 and clinch playoffs

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell’s gambles paid off. Detroit went for it on fourth down for a fifth time to set up Jake Bates’ 35-yard field goal as time expired, Jared Goff threw three touchdown passes and the Lions clinched a playoff spot with a 34-31 victory over the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night. Green Bay took advantage of the …

NFC-leading Lions host Packers, aiming for franchise-record, 11-game winning streak, playoff spot
2 weeks, 4 days ago

NFC-leading Lions host Packers, aiming for franchise-record, 11-game winning streak, playoff spot

Associated Press  

Green Bay at Detroit Thursday, 8:15 p.m. EST, Amazon Prime Video. The Packers have won their past five division road games, including a 29-22 win at Detroit last year on Thanksgiving when Jordan Love threw a 53-yard TD to Christian Watson on the game’s first play and finished with three TDs.. Green Bay coach Matt LaFleur, who is from Michigan, …

QB Love, Packers look to keep pace in tight NFC North, continue dominance of struggling Bears
1 month, 1 week ago

QB Love, Packers look to keep pace in tight NFC North, continue dominance of struggling Bears

Associated Press  

Green Bay at Chicago Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, FOX BetMGM NFL odds: Packers by 2 1/2. Against the spread: Packers 4-5; Bears 4-4-1 Series record: Packers lead 107-95-6 Last meeting: Packers beat Bears 17-9 in Green Bay, Wis., on Jan. 7, 2024. Jones has missed the past two games, and Wright sat out last week.. DE Montez Sweat and special …

Packers Seek to Repeat Late-Season Surge as They Enter Bye Week
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Packers Seek to Repeat Late-Season Surge as They Enter Bye Week

Associated Press  

The Green Bay Packers are seeking to replicate their late-season surge from last year after losing at home to the Minnesota Vikings and division-leading Detroit Lions. Despite a 3-6 record at the beginning of the season, the Packers have shown improvement with a 6-3 record and a Wild-Card victory over San Francisco. However, they need to address their turnovers and …

Packers' Comeback Thrills Faithful Fans as Love Battles Injury
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Packers' Comeback Thrills Faithful Fans as Love Battles Injury

Associated Press  

The Green Bay Packers secured a 30-27 victory against the Jacksonville Jaguars, extending their winning streak to four games. Despite Jordan Love's injury, Willis orchestrated a comeback performance, completing 51 passes for 56 yards and finding Reed for a touchdown. The Packers' defense, led by safety Tucker Kraft, shut down the Jaguars' tight ends, limiting their scoring opportunities. Love's absence …

Packers vs. Jaguars: A Tale of Two Teams Battling for Victory
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Packers vs. Jaguars: A Tale of Two Teams Battling for Victory

Associated Press  

The Green Bay Packers look to extend their winning streak to 4 against the Jacksonville Jaguars in a crucial matchup. Both teams have been playing closely in recent meetings, with the Jaguars holding a slight edge. The Packers will be without key players Devonte Wyatt and Quay Walker due to injuries, but they have shown resilience in recent weeks. The …

Packers host undefeated Vikings in key early NFC North showdown
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Packers host undefeated Vikings in key early NFC North showdown

Associated Press  

Minnesota at Green Bay Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Packers by 2 1/2. Key injuries Vikings WR Jordan Addison was a full participant in Friday’s practice and should play Sunday after missing two games.. Vikings LB Ivan Pace Jr. will miss a second straight game.. Vikings OLB Dallas Turner was a full practice participant Thursday and Friday, …

The Packers visit the 49ers for record-setting 10th playoff matchup
11 months ago

The Packers visit the 49ers for record-setting 10th playoff matchup

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY at SAN FRANCISCO Saturday, 8:15 p.m. EST, Fox OPENING LINE: 49ers by 9 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. KEY INJURIES: Packers RB AJ Dillon has missed Green Bay’s past two games.. Packers OLB Kingsley Enagbare got knocked out of the Cowboys game with a knee injury.. Green Bay CB Jaire Alexander left last week’s game with an ankle …

Defense’s resurgence plays major role in getting Packers into postseason
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Defense’s resurgence plays major role in getting Packers into postseason

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay’s beleaguered defense stepped up just in the nick of time to help the Packers make a surprising push into the postseason. Chicago reached Green Bay territory on six drives Sunday, but the Packers’ defense stiffened in each instance while sacking Justin Fields five times. … Green Bay’s offensive line has allowed one sack in …

Love comes through as Packers beat Bears 17-9 to clinch a playoff berth
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Love comes through as Packers beat Bears 17-9 to clinch a playoff berth

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Jordan Love accomplished something in his first season as a starting quarterback that his four-time MVP predecessor failed to achieve last year. Green Bay was in a similar situation for its regular-season finale last year, but lost 20-16 at home to the Detroit Lions in Aaron Rodgers’ last game with the Packers. I don’t really have …

Another Bears loss in Green Bay makes you question the team all over again
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Another Bears loss in Green Bay makes you question the team all over again

New York Times  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Upon further review, this was another Chicago Bears game at Lambeau Field. It would’ve been a nice story, but there were no Fields heroics in what could have been his last game in a Bears uniform. Each player gets 10 minutes with him and general manager Ryan Poles and they go from 7 a.m. until 4 …

Packers’ playoff hopes fade thanks to a defense that can’t get stops
1 year ago

Packers’ playoff hopes fade thanks to a defense that can’t get stops

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay’s defense has hit a wall — and so have the Packers’ playoff hopes. Tampa Bay scored touchdowns on its first three second-half possessions, and Mayfield took a knee to end the game after the Bucs reached Green Bay’s 11 on their fourth and final series of the half. They’re out-scheming us and outplaying us, …

Packers have tougher path to playoffs after momentum-stopping loss to Giants
1 year ago

Packers have tougher path to playoffs after momentum-stopping loss to Giants

Associated Press  

Even after perhaps their most disappointing loss of the season, the Green Bay Packers still have an opportunity to make the playoffs. “They didn’t do nothing that we didn’t see.” Green Bay still found itself in position to win after Jordan Love’s 6-yard touchdown pass to Malik Heath put the Packers ahead 22-21 with 1:33 remaining, but Tommy DeVito drove …

Packers had everything going for them until they ran into Tommy DeVito
1 year ago

Packers had everything going for them until they ran into Tommy DeVito

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Green Bay Packers had seemingly righted their early-season problems with a three-game winning streak that put them squarely in playoff position. “I’m not going to disrespect them like that,” Clark said of the Giants, who won their third straight behind DeVito, an undrafted rookie quarterback. I know we’ll be able to bounce back next week.” …

Vikings try to continue their recent surge while Packers look to break out of their slump
1 year, 1 month ago

Vikings try to continue their recent surge while Packers look to break out of their slump

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings are coming off the type of victory that could change the course of their season. And so, that’s the expectation I have for our football team.” While the Packers try to respond to adversity, the Vikings must prove they can handle their recent prosperity and earn a third straight win. …

David Montgomery runs wild as Lions beat Packers 34-20 to take early command of NFC North
1 year, 2 months ago

David Montgomery runs wild as Lions beat Packers 34-20 to take early command of NFC North

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — David Montgomery never beat the Green Bay Packers during his four seasons with the Chicago Bears. “It just felt real different coming in with the group of guys that I’m with,” said Montgomery, who rushed for 121 yards and three touchdowns. Give him the ball, he’s going to make something happen.” The Lions beat the Packers …

How the Packers, down 17-0 in the fourth quarter, pulled off a miraculous comeback
1 year, 2 months ago

How the Packers, down 17-0 in the fourth quarter, pulled off a miraculous comeback

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Thursday Night Football featuring Packers vs Lions. Doubs drew a 22-yard defensive pass-interference penalty on Yiadom on the very next play to get the Packers to New Orleans’ 13-yard line, and a Reed catch moved the Packers to the 2. On the play itself, LaFleur said, the timing of Reed’s pre-snap motion “was certainly …

Robinson shines, Koo kicks winning field goal as Falcons rally past Packers 25-24
1 year, 3 months ago

Robinson shines, Koo kicks winning field goal as Falcons rally past Packers 25-24

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — When Arthur Smith sent the word to his offense — we’re going for it on fourth down — the Atlanta Falcons were fired up. Capping another dynamic day for the rookie running back, Robinson ripped off a 7-yard run on fourth-and-1 to set up Younghoe Koo’s 25-yard field goal with 57 seconds remaining as the Atlanta Falcons rallied …

Rodgers, Packers lose 20-16 to Lions, miss playoffs
1 year, 11 months ago

Rodgers, Packers lose 20-16 to Lions, miss playoffs

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Rodgers will have the entire postseason to ponder his future. Rodgers was intercepted by Kerby Joseph on what might have been the final pass of the future Hall of Famer’s career, and Green Bay lost 20-16 to the Detroit Lions on Sunday night in a game the Packers needed to win to reach the playoffs. …

Rodgers, Packers rout Vikings 41-17, control playoff fate
1 year, 11 months ago

Rodgers, Packers rout Vikings 41-17, control playoff fate

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Rodgers and the Packers suddenly are just a win away from an improbable playoff berth. A fourth straight postseason berth seemed out of the question after a 1-7 stretch dropped the Packers to 4-8, but they haven’t lost since and have benefited from favorable results around the league. Green Bay’s latest bit of good fortune …

Packers defeat Rams 24-12 to keep playoff hopes alive
2 years ago

Packers defeat Rams 24-12 to keep playoff hopes alive

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers aren’t giving up hope they can still reach the playoffs, even as they remain multiple games below.500. Dillon ran for two scores, Rodgers threw a touchdown pass to Aaron Jones and the Packers kept their playoff hopes afloat with a 24-12 victory over the Los Angeles Rams on Monday …

Rodgers, Packers rally in 4th quarter to beat Bears 28-19
2 years ago

Rodgers, Packers rally in 4th quarter to beat Bears 28-19

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Aaron Rodgers figured the Green Bay Packers were in a good spot and would find a way to pull out the win. Rodgers led three fourth-quarter scoring drives, receiver Christian Watson took an end-around 46 yards for a touchdown in the closing minutes after Jaire Alexander intercepted Justin Fields, and Green Bay rallied to beat Chicago 28-19 on …

Gary’s injury provides one more setback for reeling Packers
2 years, 1 month ago

Gary’s injury provides one more setback for reeling Packers

Associated Press  

The Green Bay Packers keep taking hits on and off the field as the three-time defending NFC North champions have watched their playoff chances dwindle to a remote possibility well before Thanksgiving. Green Bay has lost five straight games for the first time since 2008, which was Aaron Rodgers’ first year as the starting quarterback. “It’s a tremendous loss,” Packers …

Packers searching for answers after 4th consecutive loss
2 years, 1 month ago

Packers searching for answers after 4th consecutive loss

Associated Press  

The previous time the Green Bay Packers lost four straight games, they followed it up with a remarkable stretch run that ended just one step shy of the Super Bowl. Green Bay is two games below.500 for the first time in coach Matt LaFleur’s four-year tenure after falling 27-17 at Buffalo. “We’ve just got to put it together now.” Green …

Rodgers, Packers lean on Jones, take care of Bears 27-10
2 years, 3 months ago

Rodgers, Packers lean on Jones, take care of Bears 27-10

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Jones made sure the Green Bay Packers’ promise to get him the ball more often paid off. Jones rushed for 132 yards and a touchdown and caught a scoring pass from Aaron Rodgers, who continued his domination of the Chicago Bears by leading Green Bay to a 27-10 victory on Sunday night. For his first …

Vikings, minus QB Cousins, look to beat Packers again
2 years, 11 months ago

Vikings, minus QB Cousins, look to beat Packers again

Associated Press  

While the Green Bay Packers have dominated the NFC North lately, there’s one division opponent they’ve struggled to solve. The Minnesota Vikings have won their last two matchups with the Packers and are the only NFC North team to beat them during Matt LaFleur’s three-year coaching tenure in Green Bay. Cook rushed for 163 yards, caught two passes for 63 …

Packers clinch division after Ravens’ 2-point try fails
3 years ago

Packers clinch division after Ravens’ 2-point try fails

Associated Press  

BALTIMORE — Aaron Rodgers tied Brett Favre for a major franchise record, and the Green Bay Packers won the NFC North. Rodgers threw three touchdown passes — tying Favre on Green Bay’s career list — and the Packers became the first team this season to clinch a division title when they beat Baltimore 31-30 on Sunday. His 8-yard touchdown run …

Rodgers throws 4 TD passes, Packers defeat Bears 45-30
3 years ago

Rodgers throws 4 TD passes, Packers defeat Bears 45-30

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — After an extraordinary second quarter in which the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears exchanged body blows, the NFL’s oldest rivalry returned to normal, with Aaron Rodgers once again delivering a knockout punch. “For us to be able to come out that first two quarters and do what we did, that was fun, that’s good football.” …

Rams’ 36-28 road loss to Green Bay Packers by the numbers
3 years ago

Rams’ 36-28 road loss to Green Bay Packers by the numbers

LA Times  

Green Bay Packers’ Rasul Douglas runs for a touchdown after after intercepting a Matthew Stafford pass in the second half. Breaking down the notable numbers behind the Rams’ 36-28 road loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday: 3 Consecutive games Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford had a pass intercepted and returned for a touchdown. Summary RAMS 0 17 0 11 …

Packers blank Seahawks 17-0 as Rodgers, Wilson return
3 years, 1 month ago

Packers blank Seahawks 17-0 as Rodgers, Wilson return

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Rodgers was back under center and the Packers got back to winning — a welcome return to normal for Green Bay after a tumultuous couple of weeks. “There’s always going to be criticism in this world,” Rodgers said in his first comments to reporters since the controversy emerged. “I don’t define myself by the criticism, …

Rodgers throws 2 TDs, runs for 1 as Packers beat Bears 24-14
3 years, 2 months ago

Rodgers throws 2 TDs, runs for 1 as Packers beat Bears 24-14

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Aaron Rodgers didn’t need to say it. “I just didn’t play how I needed to play for us to get the win,” Fields said. “Again, I just need to be better.” CROSBY’S KICKS Green Bay’s Mason Crosby made his lone field goal and all three extra points coming off a shaky outing. We didn’t snap the ball for …

Rodgers-Cobb connection helps Packers beat Steelers 27-17
3 years, 2 months ago

Rodgers-Cobb connection helps Packers beat Steelers 27-17

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Randall Cobb demonstrated why Aaron Rodgers wanted the veteran receiver back in Green Bay. Rodgers went 20 of 36 for 248 yards and scored the Packers’ first points on a 4-yard rush in his first home start against the Steelers, the only team he hadn’t faced at Lambeau Field. Green Bay has been missing All-Pro left …

Aaron Rodgers’ ‘uncertain’ future hangs over Green Bay
3 years, 10 months ago

Aaron Rodgers’ ‘uncertain’ future hangs over Green Bay

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Rodgers said he’s not sure what his future holds in Green Bay. After the Packers’ fourth NFC title game loss in seven seasons, Rodgers said “a lot of guys’ futures are uncertain, myself included.” Rodgers has three years remaining on the four-year, $118 million extension he signed in August 2018, but the two-time MVP has …

Rodgers, Packers beat Rams 32-18 to reach NFC title game
3 years, 11 months ago

Rodgers, Packers beat Rams 32-18 to reach NFC title game

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Don’t tell Aaron Rodgers the lack of capacity crowds in a pandemic will limit the Green Bay Packers’ home-field advantage in the NFC championship game. Rodgers threw two touchdown passes and also ran for a score as the top-seeded Green Bay Packers beat the Los Angeles Rams 32-18 in an NFC divisional playoff game Saturday. Rodgers …

Packers outlast Panthers 24-16 for 4th straight victory
4 years ago

Packers outlast Panthers 24-16 for 4th straight victory

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — A fast start helped the Green Bay Packers overcome a shaky second-half performance and remain on pace to earn the top seed in the NFC playoffs. Aaron Jones rushed for 145 yards and a touchdown as the NFC North champions reached the end zone on their first three series before hanging on to beat the Carolina …

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