The Packers dealt with more than just Romeo Doubs’ injury this week. Key players like cornerback Jaire Alexander and linebacker Edgerrin Cooper were sidelined with knee and hamstring injuries, respectively.
Meanwhile, the 49ers also faced significant setbacks, including injuries to quarterback Brock Purdy, left tackle Trent Williams, and others.
The debate over the NFL’s strongest division is always evolving, but in 2024, the NFC North has made its case as the best.
With the Packers, Detroit Lions, and Minnesota Vikings all vying for playoff positions — and potentially the NFC’s top seed — the competition is fierce.
The race for the division crown is particularly tight, with the Lions leading at 11-1, the Vikings at 10-2, and the Packers sitting third at 8-3.
Green Bay still has a path to the division title, with six games remaining.
Crucially, two of those matchups are against the Lions and Vikings. If the Packers can beat both and win out, they have a strong chance of overtaking their rivals for the division lead.
However, the road ahead is challenging. Aside from the Lions and Vikings, the Packers face the Chicago Bears, Seattle Seahawks, Miami Dolphins, and New Orleans Saints. The Bears remain unpredictable, driven by the performance of Caleb Williams, but are capable of big wins.
The Seahawks are a tough opponent on any given day, and while the Dolphins’ record isn’t stellar, they’ve been impressive since Tua Tagovailoa’s return. It won’t be an easy stretch, but the Packers’ playoff hopes are still alive.
