NFL News

Green Bay Packers embracing ‘the race’ in ultra-competitive NFC North

Green Bay Packers embracing 'the race' in ultra-competitive NFC North


  • Green Bay: at Seattle, Dec. 15, 8:20 p.m.
  • Detroit: vs. Buffalo, Dec. 15, 4:25 p.m.

Here are five Packers storylines to follow into Sunday afternoon’s matchup:

1. Packers embracing ‘the race’ in ultra-competitive NFC North

Since Week 9, Detroit, Minnesota and Green Bay have a combined 11-0 record as the Packers sit just two games back of the Lions entering the final stretch of the season. READ MORE

2. 5 ways Packers are better for rematch vs. Lions

Packers.com Editor Mike Spofford takes a lot of five areas Green Bay has improved since the teams’ first matchup, including red zone efficiency, special teams and overall team health. READ MORE

3. Eric Wilson looking forward to moving past ‘bitter taste after last game’ against Lions

Green Bay linebacker Eric Wilson addresses the media, discussing the bitter feeling after falling to Detroit a month ago and preparations for the Packers’ visit to Ford Field. WATCH

4. Matt LaFleur says Lions QB Jared Goff ‘is playing at an MVP level’

Packers head coach Matt LaFleur spoke at the podium, sharing high praise for Lions quarterback Jared Goff, who completed 18-of-22 passes and one touchdown in the first meeting between the teams. WATCH

5. Three Things: Team health, inside linebacker and a wake-up call

Packers Senior Writer Wes Hodkiewicz, Editor Mike Spofford and Analyst Larry McCarren share three things to watch in Green Bay’s matchup with Detroit. WATCH

Click Here to Read the Full Original Article at News…