5 things we learned from the Packers' win over the Bears
JASON WILDE
For the State Journal
Updated
Jordan Love bolsters the Packers' playoff hopes; his 3-game streak lands him in the top 10 QBs by boosting receivers, enhancing NFC picture odds for the team.
GREEN BAY — The victory cigar smoke filled the Green Bay Packers locker room air. Provided by the defensive backs, a number of players puffed their celebratory stogies in the aftermath of the team’s playoff berth-clinching 17-9 victory over the Chicago Bears on Sunday evening at Lambeau Field.
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Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed celebrates after catching a pass for a first down Sunday against the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field.
Matt Ludtke, Associated Press
Packers defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt celebrates after sacking Bears quarterback Justin Fields during the first half Sunday at Lambeau Field.
Mike Roemer, Associated Press
Fans celebrate Packers rookie receiver Dontayvion Wicks' first of two touchdowns in a 17-9 victory over the Bears on Sunday at Lambeau Field. The win clinched a playoff spot for the Packers.
Morry Gash, Associated Press
Packers quarterback Jordan Love completed 27 of 32 passes for 316 yards and two touchdowns in a playoff-clinching win over the Chicago Bears on Sunday at Lambeau Field.
