PACKERS 3 things that stood out from the Packers’ 34-0 shutout win over the Saints at Lambeau Field JASON WILDE For the Journal Times Dec 24, 2024 Dec 24, 2024 Updated Dec 29, 2024 × Matt LaFleur on Rise of Packers WR Christian Watson Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save GREEN BAY — Matt LaFleur seemingly spent the entire week working to keep his Green Bay Packers from taking the New Orleans Saints lightly.kAm(9:49 :D H9J E96 !24<6CD 9625 4@249 E2=<65 23@FE 9@H 7@FC @7 }6H ~C=62?D’ ?:?6 =@DD6D 925 366? 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E96 AC6G:@FD EH@ H66<D]k^Am Photos: Packers eye playoffs during showdown on Monday night Josh Jacobs, right, ran for 69 yards an a touchdown on Monday. Mike Roemer, Associated Press Be the first to know Get local news delivered to your inbox! Sign up! * I understand and agree that registration on or use of this site constitutes agreement to its user agreement and privacy policy. Related to this story Photos: Packers vs. Saints Matt LaFleur on Rise of Packers WR Christian Watson Matt LaFleur on Rise of Packers WR Christian Watson Packers dominate Saints 34-0 on Monday Night Football The Green Bay Packers shut out the New Orleans Saints 34-0 on Monday Night Football, covered the spread, and stayed under. Eyes now on the pla… Why pairing 7-footers together less is more for Wisconsin men's basketball The Badgers start a pair of 7-footers, but use them together infrequently throughout games. Here's why. 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Packers dominate Saints 34-0 on Monday Night Football The Green Bay Packers shut out the New Orleans Saints 34-0 on Monday Night Football, covered the spread, and stayed under. Eyes now on the pla…
Why pairing 7-footers together less is more for Wisconsin men's basketball The Badgers start a pair of 7-footers, but use them together infrequently throughout games. Here's why.
Middleton, Lopez lead the way for short-handed Bucks against division rival Playing without stars Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard, Milwaukee took care of business against a Central Division foe on the road. He…
Polzin: What I liked and didn't like from Packers' blowout win over the Saints The Green Bay Packers secured a postseason berth on Monday night at Lambeau Field. Here's columnist Jim Polzin's initial reaction to the Packe…
Playoff-clinching shutout earns Packers high marks across the board Jim Polzin hands out grades following a home win that helped Green Bay improve to 11-4 on the season and clinch a spot in the NFC playoffs.
Jordan Love says 'so much more out there' for Packers after playoff-clinching rout of Saints There's still room to grow, even after a dominant win.
Packers get good news on star receiver's health after early exit Monday night The wideout left Monday night's showdown after injuring his knee during the second quarter of the Packers’ shutout win. Here's the latest on h…
Josh Jacobs’ contagious physical style 'not something I take lightly' as Packers' tone-setter The running back has proven massive for the Packers in recent games.
Injured Packers cornerback's season of mystery takes another turn after seemingly trending toward return Green Bay Packers star cornerback Jaire Alexander still seemingly unlikely to return, despite showing positive progress just a week ago.
Under pressure? Packers, Jordan Love prep for Vikings’ blitz-heavy scheme After a rocky outing in the last meeting between Green Bay and Minnesota, the Packers offense is ready to face a blitz-heavy Vikings defensive…
A gem of a guy: Why this Packers running back went all-out on his Christmas gift for his offensive linemen Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs shows his appreciation to his offense line, buying each of them a shiny holiday present.
Packers rule out key cornerback as Matt LaFleur dodges question about lack of progress When Green Bay's coach had a chance to bring some clarity to a mysteriously long absence from the lineup, he punted. Here's what we know enter…
3 things that stood out in the Packers' loss to the Vikings Green Bay's second-half rally from a large deficit nearly came full circle on Sunday in Minneapolis. Here are three key elements from the NFC …