Green Bay Packers defeat Los Angeles Rams to remain in NFL play-off hunt
2 years ago

Green Bay Packers defeat Los Angeles Rams to remain in NFL play-off hunt

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Today in Sports - Week Ahead, Jan. 10 - Jan. 16
5 days, 1 hour ago

Today in Sports - Week Ahead, Jan. 10 - Jan. 16

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 1990 — Joe Montana sets an NFL record when he tosses his 30th and 31st postseason touchdown passes as the San Francisco 49ers beat the Los Angeles Rams 30-3 in the NFC championship game. 2001 — Led by Kerry Collins’ five touchdown passes, the New …

Packers hope to fix passing game going into playoffs against Eagles defense
5 days, 16 hours ago

Packers hope to fix passing game going into playoffs against Eagles defense

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers passing game has struggled of late, and there’s nothing coach Matt LaFleur would like more than for his offense to find its groove again heading into Sunday’s NFC wild-card game on the road against the Philadelphia Eagles. I take it day by day.” The quarterback injuries are set against the backdrop of …

Packers lacking the momentum they carried into the playoffs last season
1 week ago

Packers lacking the momentum they carried into the playoffs last season

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay knows it can pull a road playoff upset as a No. “I’m not worried,” left guard Elgton Jenkins said after the Packers lost 24-22 to the Chicago Bears in their regular-season finale. “They’ve got superstars on every level of the defense, so we’re going to have to make sure that we’re doing a good …

Bears rally for 24-22 win in Green Bay as Packers lose Love and Watson to injuries
1 week, 1 day ago

Bears rally for 24-22 win in Green Bay as Packers lose Love and Watson to injuries

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Caleb Williams gained a shot of confidence and Cairo Santos earned a measure of redemption. The Chicago Bears finished a disappointing season on a high note, while the Green Bay Packers limped into the playoffs with plenty of questions. Williams drove Chicago to Santos’ 51-yard field goal as time expired in a 24-22 victory over the …

Packers look to finish regular season by beating the Bears for 12th straight time
1 week, 4 days ago

Packers look to finish regular season by beating the Bears for 12th straight time

Associated Press  

Chicago at Green Bay Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, Fox BetMGM NFL Odds: Packers by 10. Key injuries Bears LG Teven Jenkins, DB Elijah Hicks and RB Travis Homer have been ruled out.. Packers CB Jaire Alexander will miss a seventh straight game and isn’t expected to return for the playoffs.. Series notes Green Bay has won its past 11 matchups …

Vikings expose Packers struggles in pass defense without injured cornerback Jaire Alexander
2 weeks ago

Vikings expose Packers struggles in pass defense without injured cornerback Jaire Alexander

Associated Press  

Sam Darnold’s ability to pick apart Green Bay’s defense underscored one of the biggest challenges facing the Packers as they head into the playoffs. Jaire Alexander, the Packers’ two-time Pro Bowl cornerback, missed a sixth straight game with a knee injury Sunday as Darnold threw for a career-high 377 yards in the Minnesota Vikings’ 27-25 victory over Green Bay. Asked …

Green Bay’s recent dominance on defense has Packers believing they can make a deep playoff run
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Green Bay’s recent dominance on defense has Packers believing they can make a deep playoff run

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Even though their long-shot hopes of winning the NFC North have vanished, the playoff-bound Green Bay Packers believe they can make a legitimate run at their first Super Bowl appearance since their 2010 championship season. The Packers haven’t finished a season among the top six teams in scoring defense since their 2010 title run, when they …

Green Bay Packers seal play-off spot with shut-out win over New Orleans Saints
3 weeks ago

Green Bay Packers seal play-off spot with shut-out win over New Orleans Saints

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Packers clinch playoff berth with 1st shutout in NFL this season, 34-0 over Saints
3 weeks ago

Packers clinch playoff berth with 1st shutout in NFL this season, 34-0 over Saints

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — With a dominant defense leading the way, the Green Bay Packers clinched a playoff berth by producing their most lopsided win in a decade. Josh Jacobs gained 107 yards from scrimmage and scored a touchdown for a sixth straight game as the Packers recorded the first shutout of the NFL season, 34-0 over the hapless New …

Stafford’s TD pass after Rodgers’ turnover leads Rams past Jets 19-9
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Stafford’s TD pass after Rodgers’ turnover leads Rams past Jets 19-9

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Matthew Stafford threw a go-ahead 11-yard touchdown pass to Tyler Higbee early in the fourth quarter after a turnover by Aaron Rodgers and the Los Angeles Rams beat the New York Jets 19-9 on Sunday for their fourth consecutive victory. New York had another chance to get the ball, but Jordan Whittington recovered Xavier Gipson’s muffed …

Classic matchup no matter the teams: Rams’ Matthew Stafford vs. Jets’ Aaron Rodgers
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Classic matchup no matter the teams: Rams’ Matthew Stafford vs. Jets’ Aaron Rodgers

LA Times  

Matthew Stafford, left, and Aaron Rodgers competed often as members of the Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers, respectively. On Sunday, Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford and New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers will square off for the 18th time. “He’s a hell of a player,” Stafford said of Rodgers on Wednesday. Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford passes at Lambeau Field in …

The Rams get 4 field goals to beat the 49ers 12-6 in a sloppy game
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1 month ago

The Rams get 4 field goals to beat the 49ers 12-6 in a sloppy game

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Joshua Karty kicked four field goals and the Los Angeles Rams survived a slugfest a week after winning a shootout, beating the San Francisco 49ers 12-6 on Thursday night in a key game in the NFC West race. Four days after beating Josh Allen and Buffalo 44-42 in the NFL’s highest-scoring game of the season, the …

Green Bay looks to rebound on the road against Seattle on Sunday night
1 month 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
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Detroit Lions sneak past Green Bay Packers and into play-offs with 34-31 win
1 month, 1 week ago

Detroit Lions sneak past Green Bay Packers and into play-offs with 34-31 win

The Independent  

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Dan Campbell’s 4th-down gambles help Lions beat Packers 34-31 and clinch playoffs
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Lions host Packers on Thursday night, hoping to push winning streak to franchise-record 11 straight
1 month, 1 week ago

Lions host Packers on Thursday night, hoping to push winning streak to franchise-record 11 straight

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Detroit and Green Bay, longtime rivals and current contenders, will have much at stake when they meet Thursday night in the Motor City. “This is the type of stuff that you live for and it’s also the type of stuff that gets you ready for the tournament.” Green Bay also has a lot to play for because it …

NFC-leading Lions host Packers, aiming for franchise-record, 11-game winning streak, playoff spot
1 month, 1 week 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, …

Packers’ improving run defense ready for challenge against NFC North-leading Lions
1 month, 1 week ago

Packers’ improving run defense ready for challenge against NFC North-leading Lions

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Defending the run has been one of the Green Bay Packers’ weaknesses over the last several years. “And that’s how you play good defense.” That defense needs to be at its best Thursday as the Packers close a stretch of three games in 12 days by visiting the NFC North-leading Detroit Lions, who have the NFL’s …

Love connects with Reed on 2 TDs as Packers use fast start to beat Dolphins 30-17
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Love connects with Reed on 2 TDs as Packers use fast start to beat Dolphins 30-17

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Jordan Love celebrated the Green Bay Packers’ victory on Thanksgiving by taking a bite out of a turkey leg and raising it in the air. And we started fast, and that was the key to today’s win.” Love and Reed connected on touchdown completions of 3 and 12 yards, Jacobs scored from 1 yard out and …

Love connects with Reed on 2 TDs as Packers use fast start to beat Dolphins 30-17
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Love connects with Reed on 2 TDs as Packers use fast start to beat Dolphins 30-17

The Independent  

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Busy schedule gives Packers no time to celebrate their lopsided win over 49ers
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Busy schedule gives Packers no time to celebrate their lopsided win over 49ers

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur hopes the homework he did earlier this month will help his team deal with its compressed schedule over the next couple of weeks. “So we’re looking forward to this challenge.” What’s working The Packers shored up their red zone offense by scoring touchdowns on each of their five trips inside …

49ers’ visit gives Packers a chance to damage the playoff hopes of their postseason nemesis
1 month, 3 weeks ago

49ers’ visit gives Packers a chance to damage the playoff hopes of their postseason nemesis

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — After losing to San Francisco in the playoffs three of the last five seasons, the Green Bay Packers wouldn’t mind seeing the 49ers get left out of the postseason entirely. The Packers could damage San Francisco’s playoff hopes Sunday by beating the 49ers at Lambeau Field. The 49ers trailed 21-14 in the fourth quarter before rallying …

49ers attempt to bounce back and boost their postseason chances as they visit Green Bay
1 month, 3 weeks ago

49ers attempt to bounce back and boost their postseason chances as they visit Green Bay

Associated Press  

San Francisco at Green Bay Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, FOX BetMGM NFL odds: Packers by 2 1/2. Last week: 49ers lost 20-17 at home to Seattle; Packers won 20-19 at Chicago 49ers offense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Packers offense: overall, rush, pass, scoring 49ers defense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Packers defense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Turnover differential: 49ers plus-3; Packers …

QB Love says Packers’ playoff loss to 49ers provides more motivation as they prepare to meet again
1 month, 3 weeks ago

QB Love says Packers’ playoff loss to 49ers provides more motivation as they prepare to meet again

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love doesn’t hide the fact that the playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers lingered with him throughout the offseason. Love can gain some measure of revenge Sunday when these two teams face off for the first time since the Packers squandered a fourth-quarter lead and fell 24-21 to the 49ers …

Packers seeking to fix red-zone struggles after narrow escape at Chicago
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Packers seeking to fix red-zone struggles after narrow escape at Chicago

Associated Press  

Although Green Bay is on pace for its highest-scoring season since 2021, struggles in the red zone have prevented the Packers from producing up to their capabilities. Green Bay pulled ahead for good with 2:59 remaining when Jordan Love scored from 1 yard out against a Bears defense that has allowed touchdowns on a league-low 40.6% of opponents’ red-zone possessions. …

Jordan Love runs for go-ahead TD and Packers beat Bears on Karl Brooks’ FG block at buzzer
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jordan Love runs for go-ahead TD and Packers beat Bears on Karl Brooks’ FG block at buzzer

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers made just enough plays to squeeze out yet another win over the Chicago Bears. Love ran for a go-ahead score in the closing minutes, and Green Bay hung on to beat Chicago 20-19 on Sunday when Karl Brooks blocked Cairo Santos’ kick from 46 yards as time expired. It wasn’t by …

QB Love, Packers look to keep pace in tight NFC North, continue dominance of struggling Bears
1 month, 4 weeks 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 …

Love and Packers look to keep pace in tight NFC North race when they visit struggling Bears
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Love and Packers look to keep pace in tight NFC North race when they visit struggling Bears

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Jordan Love remembers soaking it all in during the national anthem when Green Bay visited Chicago last year. Missing Smith This will be the Packers’ first game since they sent veteran pass rusher Preston Smith to Pittsburgh last week for a 2025 seventh-round pick. “You’re losing a friend, somebody you’ve been around for a year-and-a-half,” said …

Packers Seek to Repeat Late-Season Surge as They Enter Bye Week
2 months, 1 week 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 …

Lions Dominate Packers in Thrilling Victory
2 months, 1 week ago

Lions Dominate Packers in Thrilling Victory

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions defeated the Green Bay Packers 24-14 in a thrilling game that saw both teams battle it out in the second half. Kerby Joseph's pick-6 proved to be a game-changing moment, securing the Lions' first win in over 60 years. The Lions dominated the first half, scoring two touchdowns and holding the lead throughout the second quarter. Despite …

Packers' Comeback Thrills Faithful Fans as Love Battles Injury
2 months, 2 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 …

Love Aims for Clean Hands as Packers Face Jaguars
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Love Aims for Clean Hands as Packers Face Jaguars

Associated Press  

Green Bay quarterback Jordan Love wants to play 'clean with the ball' against the Jaguars. Despite missing two games with a knee injury, he's still one of the league's most potent passing offenses. However, Love is tied for the NFL lead with eight interceptions, and that's troubling as Green Bay tries to extend its winning streak to four at Jacksonville. …

Packers vs. Jaguars: A Tale of Two Teams Battling for Victory
2 months, 2 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 …

Minnesota Vikings hold off Green Bay Packers to secure fourth straight win
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Minnesota Vikings hold off Green Bay Packers to secure fourth straight win

The Independent  

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

Vikings put their unbeaten record on the line as they visit the NFC North-rival Packers
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Vikings put their unbeaten record on the line as they visit the NFC North-rival Packers

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Minnesota Vikings already have emerged as one of the NFL’s biggest surprises by winning their first three games after being a consensus pick to finish last in the NFC North. “The first three games of the season mean absolutely nothing if we don’t start continuing to maintain our play style. Jones’ return to Lambeau Aaron …

Packers’ defense takes another step forward with eight-sack effort against Titans
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Packers’ defense takes another step forward with eight-sack effort against Titans

Associated Press  

Intercepting passes isn’t the only way the Green Bay Packers’ defense bothers opposing quarterbacks. Hafley’s defense has helped the Packers thrive without Love, who missed a second straight game as he recovers from an injured left medial collateral ligament. It’s a stunning rise for a quarterback who had thrown for no touchdowns and hadn’t passed for as many as 100 …

Today in Sports - Brett Favre joins Dan Marino and John Elway with 50,000 yards passing
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Today in Sports - Brett Favre joins Dan Marino and John Elway with 50,000 yards passing

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! 1967 — U.S. yacht Intrepid beats the Australian yacht Dame Pattie in four straight races to defend the America’s Cup. 1982 — In a rare father-son matchup, coach Jack Elway leads San Jose State to its second consecutive upset of quarterback John Elway and Stanford 35-31 …

Packers forcing more turnovers under new defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Packers forcing more turnovers under new defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — New Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley’s offseason emphasis on forcing more turnovers is paying early dividends. Green Bay’s defense has had five interceptions and six total takeaways through the first two weeks of the season to lead the NFL in both categories entering Monday. McKinney had the first of Green Bay’s three interceptions Sunday …

Warm day at Lambeau Field puts heat on Packers’ O-linemen and causes one to vomit on football
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Warm day at Lambeau Field puts heat on Packers’ O-linemen and causes one to vomit on football

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — One of the hottest games at Lambeau Field in several decades had some unintended — and messy — consequences. At one point during Green Bay’s 16-10 victory over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, Packers coach Matt LaFleur asked quarterback Malik Willis why he didn’t throw on a particular play. The weather made Sunday’s game particularly demanding …

Jordan Love throws long TD pass on Green Bay’s 3rd play, Packers down Browns 23-10
5 months ago

Jordan Love throws long TD pass on Green Bay’s 3rd play, Packers down Browns 23-10

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Jordan Love has never felt better about a three and out. Love made the most of limited playing time, throwing a 65-yard touchdown pass to Dontayvion Wicks on Green Bay’s third play as the Packers rolled to a 23-10 exhibition win over the Cleveland Browns on Saturday. That was the goal.” The Packers have faith in Love following …

Packers’ receiving depth should give Jordan Love options even if nobody emerges as No. 1 target
7 months, 1 week ago

Packers’ receiving depth should give Jordan Love options even if nobody emerges as No. 1 target

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love might not have a clear-cut No. I think it works out well when you can spread the ball out and you got different guys making different plays and you can put them in different areas.” The Packers had a different player lead the team in yards receiving in each of …

Christian McCaffrey's 2nd TD rallies the 49ers to 24-21 playoff win over Jordan Love and the Packers
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Christian McCaffrey's 2nd TD rallies the 49ers to 24-21 playoff win over Jordan Love and the Packers

The Independent  

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49ers rally to defeat Packers and advance to NFC championship game
11 months, 3 weeks ago

49ers rally to defeat Packers and advance to NFC championship game

LA Times  

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw celebrates with teammates after intercepting a pass during the second half of a 24-21 win over the Green Bay Packers in the NFC divisional playoffs Saturday at Levi’s Stadium. Christian McCaffrey scored his second touchdown on a six-yard run with 1:07 to play, and the San Francisco 49ers mounted their first second-half comeback of …

The Packers visit the 49ers for record-setting 10th playoff matchup
11 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Packers-49ers playoff rivalry has produced many memorable moments
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Packers-49ers playoff rivalry has produced many memorable moments

Associated Press  

Kyle Juszczyk remembers the different feel when he took the field for the first time in the playoff rivalry between his San Francisco 49ers and the Green Bay Packers. “There was a time that you could just say, ‘Hey, no matter, the 49ers are a better team than Green Bay,’” Packers defensive end Sean Jones said after that game. “I …

Learning how to start games better has sparked Packers’ turnaround
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Learning how to start games better has sparked Packers’ turnaround

Associated Press  

The Green Bay Packers are finishing this season with a flourish because they’ve figured out how to start games better. The trend continued Sunday as the Packers scored the game’s first 27 points in a 48-32 victory over the Dallas Cowboys that advanced them to a Saturday divisional playoff matchup with the top-seeded San Francisco 49ers. Green Bay won the …

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

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