With the help of the Eagles and Giants struggling, the Packers have made the playoffs, but truthfully, it was not the way they wanted to get in. They played their last three games with excellence as each one was a must win in order to get into the playoffs. They played the Giants, who were also competing for a playoff spot, and trounced them in a 45-17 win at Lambeau Field. They then went on to beat the divisional rival Bears in a close game at home, which clinched the playoff spot.
The Packers underwent numerous changes throughout the season at the running back position. Ryan Grant, the 1,000+ yard rusher for the past three years, had a season ending injury on the very first game of the season. The linebacker core and defensive line also went through major changes as injuries plagued the team all season. Despite all these injuries, the Packers had one of the best defenses this season and they slowly increased the running plays towards the end of the year.
The Packers will be facing the Eagles in the Wild-Card Playoff round next weak. The two teams played on opening day in a game that the Packers won somewhat easily, but the two teams have changed drastically since then, especially the Eagles at the quarterback position. I see the Eagles putting up a good fight at home, but I like the Packers in a close game.
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