The green bay packers suffered yet another heartbreak in the playoffs on saturday night, losing 24-21 to the san francisco 49ers. The loss marked the latest chapter in the packers’ tumultuous history of late-game playoff losses, extending a promising season.
with just over six minutes remaining in regulation, the packers had a four-point lead, and the game’s trajectory could have changed if kicker anders carlson made a crucial field-goal attempt.
The packers’ attempt was a flop, and the 49ers took the opportunity to score, reclaiming the lead. Despite having a chance at a game-winning goal, the packers’ hopes were jeopardized when quarterback jordan love’s rookie mistake of a throw was intercepted by 49ers linebacker dre greenlaw. Though the packers’ loss to the 49ers hurt, they can look back on a season full of accomplishments.
With a solid regular season start, they secured a playoff spot and defeated the dallas cowboys in the wild-card round. Despite the traumatic end, the packers have much to be proud of in their 2023 campaign.
The latest loss adds another layer to the franchise’s playoff story, particularly in late-game scenarios. Since 2007, the packers have lost seven playoff games, in which they conceded the go-ahead goal in the last two minutes of regulation or in overtime.
