Top Story Spotlight PACKERS High-stakes divisional showdown pits Packers against NFC-leading Bears Paul Bretl For the State Journal Dec 4, 2025 Dec 4, 2025 Updated Mar 9, 2026 Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save GREEN BAY — It's been a long time since the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears have met with as much at stake as there is in this week's matchup.kAmx? 724E[ @?6 >:89E 92G6 E@ 8@ 2== E96 H2J 324< E@ E96 a_`b D62D@? E@ 7:?5 2 82>6 36EH66? E96D6 EH@ 5:G:D:@? C:G2=D E92E 96=5 >@C6 H6:89E E92? E96 FA4@>:?8 @?6 $F?52J]k^AmkAm%92E D62D@?[ E96 !24<6CD 2?5 q62CD >6E 2E $@=5:6C u:6=5 :? E96 7:?2= H66< @7 E96 D62D@? H:E9 E96 }ur }@CE9 2?5 2 A=2J@77 36CE9 @? E96 =:?6] x? 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Packers linebacker proving 'extremely valuable' in new defensive role Green Bay coach Matt LaFleur lauded the linebacker after he was thrust into playing a different position while taking on a key responsibility.
3 things to know about the Packers' newest practice squad addition The cornerback provides much-needed practice squad depth for a squad that has dealt with a recent string of injuries.
Packers see positive returns from change to offensive line For a Green Bay offense that's been unable to find consistency in the run game for much of the season, more movement up front and open running…
Matt LaFleur confirms Packers' defensive tackle out for remainder of season The Green Bay defensive line took a hit in a win against the Lions on Thanksgiving Day and will now be without a defensive tackle the rest of the way.
'It doesn't look good': Defensive tackle's injury puts damper on Packers' win over rival The dominant defensive tackle entered the Thanksgiving Day matchup with 20 quarterback pressures and four sacks this season. Green Bay will no…
Packers' aggressiveness on 4th down yields success in win over Lions Green Bay showed its own aggressiveness to add a win against an aggressive Lions team.
Packers wide receiver comes up clutch with best game of season in win against Detroit The pass catcher, who has face multiple minor injuries this season, put up his second-best game of his career.
Packers address D-line depth with signing of Giants practice squad defensive lineman The Packers, in the wake of Devonte Wyatt's season-ending injury, signed a player off of the Giants' practice squad to help replenish a depleted unit.
Packers' backfield gets a boost with return of running back to practice field The second-year running back was designated to return from injured reserve on Monday, opening a 21-day window for him to be added back to the …
3 concerns the Packers face in NFC North showdown with the Chicago Bears The latest matchup in the storied rivalry will come with NFC North bragging rights. Here are the challenges Green Bay faces Sunday at Lambeau Field.
3 things to know about the Packers' new defensive line addition A former Seahawk was claimed off waivers to bolster a unit that's been dealing with injuries at many points this season for Green Bay.
