Dolphins at Bills highlights 3-game Week 15 Saturday slate
December 5, 2022 GMTThe NFL will feature three current division leaders playing on Saturday, Dec. 17, and highlighted by the Buffalo Bills hosting the Miami Dolphins in a prime-time showdown that could go far in determining who wins the AFC East.
Vikings hoping to get healthy again at cornerback
December 1, 2022 GMTEAGAN, Minn. (AP) — For three straight weeks, the Minnesota Vikings have started a different cornerback because of injuries.
Last week against New England, Duke Shelley was pressed into action when Andrew Booth Jr.
Bears place Jackson on injured reserve with foot injury
November 29, 2022 GMTLAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — The Chicago Bears placed safety Eddie Jackson on injured reserve Tuesday because of a foot injury that could keep him out for the remainder of the season.
The Bears (3-9) are last in the NFC North with five games remaining.
Eagles try to keep NFL-best record alive in game vs Packers
November 25, 2022 GMTPHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Eagles are trying to make Green Bay's playoff hopes fade to black.
Philadelphia is flying high as the best team in the NFL with a 9-1 record, a pretty good mark in any season, but one historically in franchise history that has steered the Eagles on a path toward greatness.
Vikings eager to work after being exposed by Cowboys
November 21, 2022 GMTMINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The NFL this season is as competitive as ever, with all-time record rates of close games and comeback wins. Only a scant few teams are either out of contention or way ahead of the pack.
Packers caught in tailspin ever since London trip
November 18, 2022 GMTGREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers were tied for first place in the NFC North when they headed to London last month as 8 1/2-point favorites over the New York Giants.
Rodgers, Packers can’t rally again as playoff hopes fade
November 18, 2022 GMTGREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers couldn’t produce a second consecutive late comeback and didn’t get much help from a Green Bay defense that keeps underachieving.
Now the Packers head into Thanksgiving week with virtually no margin for error as the three-time defending NFC North champions’ playoff hopes continue to fade.
Surging Vikings get yet another stellar show from Jefferson
November 15, 2022 GMTMINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have leaned on their late-game resilience on a weekly basis this season, a trait that's as vital as ever in a league staging a record amount of close contests.
Lions aim for rare 3-game winning streak against Giants
November 14, 2022 GMTALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — A three-game winning streak wouldn't be a big deal for most NFL franchises.
For the Detroit Lions, it would go down as a major development.
The Lions (3-6) haven't won three in a row since November 2017.
Vikings get critical Allen turnovers, stun Bills 33-30 in OT
November 14, 2022 GMTORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Count out the Vikings all you want. Patrick Peterson, Justin Jefferson and company keep finding ways to rally for victories in the most remarkable and improbable of ways.
Sunday’s 33-30 overtime win over the previously AFC-leading Buffalo Bills might have been the most stunning so far.
Diggs’ trade to Bills paid off for Vikes, too, as teams meet
November 10, 2022 GMTORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Justin Jefferson would’ve caught Stefon Diggs’ attention even if the Buffalo Bills receiver didn’t have a direct connection to how the Minnesota Vikings landed their star player in the first round of the 2020 draft.
Bills QB Josh Allen misses 2nd straight day of practice
November 10, 2022 GMTORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Josh Allen missed his second straight practice on Thursday because of a sprained throwing elbow, further clouding the Buffalo Bills quarterback's chances of playing against the NFC North-leading Minnesota Vikings this weekend.
Confident Vikings thriving behind letting-it-loose Cousins
November 10, 2022 GMTEAGAN, Minn. (AP) — After the Minnesota Vikings hired a head coach with a player-first approach and a quarterback-friendly background, while keeping the entire starting offense intact, the 2022 season was shaping up well for Kirk Cousins.
Bills QB Josh Allen to miss practice, listed day to day
November 9, 2022 GMTORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — No one on the Buffalo Bills has a definitive answer as to whether quarterback Josh Allen’s injured throwing elbow will be healed in time to play against the NFC North-leading Minnesota Vikings this weekend.
Clutch Vikings tote ample confidence at 7-1 into tough slate
November 8, 2022 GMTMINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have owned the fourth quarter this season, with a plus-33 scoring differential that is the second best in the NFL.
Whether it's due to Kirk Cousins delivering clutch throws to Justin Jefferson and friends, Za'Darius Smith and the defense applying a fierce pass rush, late-game confidence or plain old good luck, the Vikings have reached the relative midpoint of their schedule on the strength of a series of steely performances in the closing minutes.
Gary’s injury provides one more setback for reeling Packers
November 7, 2022 GMTThe Green Bay Packers keep taking hits on and off the field as the three-time defending NFC North champions have watched their playoff chances dwindle to a remote possibility well before Thanksgiving.
Lions’ season still appears lost despite win over Packers
November 7, 2022 GMTALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — The Detroit Lions' season has followed the usual script. It began with optimism that everything was finally headed in the right direction. Then reality set in and they find themselves once again at the bottom of the NFC North standings.
Bills QB Allen’s status uncertain with throwing elbow injury
November 7, 2022 GMTORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Josh Allen is nursing a sore right throwing elbow, leaving cause for concern over the Buffalo Bills starter’s status against the NFC North-leading Minnesota Vikings this weekend.
Packers visit Detroit in matchup of slumping NFC North teams
November 4, 2022 GMTGREEN BAY (3-5) at DETROIT (1-6)
Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, Fox
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NFL LINE: Packers by 3 1/2.
Packers and Lions meet with combined 9-game losing streak
November 3, 2022 GMTDETROIT (AP) — The Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions are struggling.
One team is used to it.
The three-time defending NFC North champion Packers (3-5) have lost four straight and are aiming to avoid their first five-game skid in 14 years.
Packers realize task at hand after lack of trade activity
November 2, 2022 GMTGREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers says the Green Bay Packers are optimistic they can turn their season around and earn a fourth straight playoff berth even though they didn’t make any additions at the trade deadline.
Vikings’ Hockenson giddy over move near home, into 1st place
November 2, 2022 GMTEAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The heavy playbook study sessions facing T.J. Hockenson this week weren't much of a worry at all for Minnesota's newly acquired tight end.
Hockenson could hardly hide his smile on Wednesday, the first full day of his fast-tracked initiation.
Lions GM insists he would’ve traded Hockenson with 6-1 mark
November 2, 2022 GMTALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes insisted he still would have traded T.J.
Record-setting 12 players dealt on NFL trade deadline day
November 1, 2022 GMTThe NFL trade deadline turned into a frenzy with 15 teams making 10 deals involving 12 players and several draft picks on Tuesday.
Edge rusher Bradley Chubb, tight end T.J. Hockenson, wide receiver Chase Claypool, suspended wideout Calvin Ridley and running back Nyhiem Hines headlined the list of players switching teams ahead of the 4 p.m.
Vikings acquire tight end TJ Hockenson in trade with Lions
November 1, 2022 GMTMINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings acquired tight end T.J. Hockenson from the division rival Detroit Lions a few hours before the NFL trade deadline on Tuesday, giving the NFC North leader another skill-position standout for a high-caliber offense.
Surprising slump puts Packers in unfamiliar position
October 25, 2022 GMTAaron Rodgers insists a playoff drive remains a realistic possibility for the Green Bay Packers.
“You’re ... damn right it does,” the 38-year-old quarterback said Sunday after the Packers’ 23-21 loss at Washington.
Rodgers says simplifying could help struggling Pack offense
October 16, 2022 GMTGREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers believes a simpler approach can help Green Bay's offense get out of its funk.
The Packers certainly need to try something.
Rodgers hasn’t come close to matching his production from the last two seasons — each of which resulted in MVP honors — and the Packers find their hopes of a fourth straight NFC North title in jeopardy.
Packers stagger back home after surprising loss to Giants
October 10, 2022 GMTThe offense can’t put together a complete performance. The defense isn’t living up to its preseason expectations.
Green Bay’s output through the first five weeks of the season raises doubts about the Packers’ chances of winning a fourth straight NFC North title and seriously challenging for a Super Bowl berth.
Cousins, Vikings snap to life with late TD, beat Bears 29-22
October 9, 2022 GMTMINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings established a remarkable rhythm early. Their resiliency surfaced again late.
The reward is being alone in first place in the NFC North.
Barkley will challenge Packers inconsistent run defense
October 6, 2022 GMTGREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Stopping the run remains the greatest challenge for the Green Bay Packers defense.
That issue is particularly imperative this week as the Packers prepare to face NFL rushing leader Saquon Barkley and the New York Giants on Sunday at London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Vikings offense with O’Connell still a work in progress
September 26, 2022 GMTMINNEAPOLIS (AP) — After opening with a decisive win against the Green Bay Packers, the Minnesota Vikings have been tested the past two weeks.
A Minnesota offense looking to make a jump under new coach Kevin O’Connell is still a work in progress.
Montgomery’s effort not enough in Bears’ loss to Packers
September 19, 2022 GMTGREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — David Montgomery made things happen for the Chicago Bears just about every time he touched the ball.
But he rarely got that chance in the second quarter when the Bears fell further and further behind.
Bears seek to change recent history of rivalry with Packers
September 15, 2022 GMTGREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — After spending the last three seasons looking up at the Green Bay Packers in the NFC North standings, the Chicago Bears head into Lambeau Field in an unusual position.
The Bears (1-0) lead the Packers (0-1) in the division race for the first time since 2018, when Chicago last earned the NFC North title.
Bears hope improvement on offense continues in Green Bay
September 14, 2022 GMTLAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — As the Chicago Bears regrouped in the locker room following a half that was as ugly as the weather at Soldier Field, quarterback Justin Fields noticed something. Offensive coordinator Luke Getsy was smiling.
Vikings open O’Connell era, aim for LaFleur-like Packers run
September 8, 2022 GMTMINNEAPOLIS (AP) — When Kevin O'Connell takes the field with the Minnesota Vikings for his first game as a head coach, the 37-year-old will carry with him the blank slate that's one of the benefits of being a rookie in this high-pressure, much-coveted job.
Packers’ defense of NFC North title starts, yes, on defense
August 31, 2022 GMTThe transition for the Green Bay Packers has been ongoing for a few years, starting with their first-round draft picks in the spring and extending to the field in the fall.
Despite the transcendent presence of four-time NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers at quarterback, the Packers have quietly evolved into a defense-driven team.
Bears enter new era, look to make jump under Poles, Eberflus
August 24, 2022 GMTLAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — The Chicago Bears had enough big questions hanging over them, with new general manager Ryan Poles and coach Matt Eberflus now in charge and quarterback Justin Fields trying to build on a shaky rookie season.
Packers camp gives Rodgers chance to work with his new WRs
July 15, 2022 GMTGREEN BAY PACKERS (13-5)
CAMP SITE: Green Bay, Wisconsin
LAST YEAR: QB Aaron Rodgers delivered a second straight MVP season as the Packers won a third consecutive NFC North title. The Packers earned the NFC’s top playoff seed for a second straight year, but again failed to reach the Super Bowl.
Packers defense ready to deal with heightened expectations
May 17, 2022 GMTGREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — As they chase their fourth consecutive NFC North title and first Super Bowl berth in more than a decade, the Green Bay Packers may rely on a different formula than usual.
Multiple early picks should help Packers find receivers
April 22, 2022 GMT22, 28. GREEN BAY PACKERS (13-5)
LAST SEASON: The Packers won a third straight NFC North title and owned the conference’s No. 1 playoff seed, but lost 13-10 to the San Francisco 49ers in the divisional round.
Former Packers CB Chandon Sullivan signs with rival Vikings
March 25, 2022 GMTEAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Former Green Bay Packers cornerback Chandon Sullivan signed with the Minnesota Vikings on Friday, the latest player to switch from one NFC North rival to another.
The 25-year-old Sullivan played more than 76% of the snaps on defense last season for Green Bay, mostly in the slot position in the nickel package.
Vikings agree to 3-year, $42M deal with OLB Za’Darius Smith
March 23, 2022 GMTMINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Three years ago at the Pro Bowl, Danielle Hunter autographed a jersey and gave it to his NFC teammate, Za'Darius Smith, with an inscription that raised the possibility of a future reunion.
Pack extend Preston Smith, release Za’Darius Smith, Turner
March 14, 2022 GMTThe Green Bay Packers signed outside linebacker Preston Smith to a contract extension and released outside linebacker Za’Darius Smith and offensive lineman Billy Turner in a flurry of moves before the start of the free-agency period.
From north to east, NFL firings begin on day after finales
January 10, 2022 GMTFrom the NFC North to the AFC East, the firings began almost immediately after the NFL's first 17-game season concluded.
The Vikings fired coach Mike Zimmer and general manager Rick Spielman on Monday following an 8-9 season.
Rodgers fine, sits 2nd half, top seed Packers lose to Lions
January 9, 2022 GMTDETROIT (AP) — Aaron Rodgers got off the field unscathed, giving Green Bay a win of sorts in a game it lost on the scoreboard.
Rodgers threw two touchdown passes in the first half and sat out the second half with nothing at stake as the Detroit Lions beat the top-seeded Packers 37-30 Sunday.
Aaron Rodgers-led Packers facing Lions for reward, not risks
January 6, 2022 GMTAaron Rodgers knows the Green Bay Packers, who have clinched the NFC's No. 1 seed, can't improve their playoff positioning with a win over the lowly Detroit Lions.
With Kirk Cousins out, Vikings’ playoff hopes disintegrate
January 3, 2022 GMTGREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings’ offense didn’t show much sign of life without Kirk Cousins around.
By the end of Sunday night, the Vikings’ playoff hopes were dead.
Two nights after their starting quarterback was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list, the Vikings fell 37-10 to the NFC North champion Green Bay Packers.
Bears, Giants look for strong finishes with changes looming
December 31, 2021 GMTCHICAGO (AP) — Bears safety Eddie Jackson wanted to make one thing clear about Matt Nagy before what could be his final home game as Chicago's coach.
Vikings, minus QB Cousins, look to beat Packers again
December 31, 2021 GMTWhile the Green Bay Packers have dominated the NFC North lately, there’s one division opponent they’ve struggled to solve.
The Minnesota Vikings have won their last two matchups with the Packers and are the only NFC North team to beat them during Matt LaFleur’s three-year coaching tenure in Green Bay.
Vikings seek to complete sweep of NFC North champion Packers
December 31, 2021 GMTMINNESOTA (7-8) at GREEN BAY (12-3)
Sunday, 8:20 p.m. EST, NBC
OPENING LINE: Packers by 6½, according to FanDuel Sportsbook.
Tough path to playoffs for Vikings worsens without Thielen
December 29, 2021 GMTMINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have had one of those nail-biter seasons, and there's not much left to chew on with their chance of making the playoffs now in low-percentage territory.
The math problem won't be any easier to solve without Adam Thielen.
Packers must improve their run defense before postseason
December 27, 2021 GMTGREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Now that they’ve moved a step closer to earning the NFC’s lone first-round playoff bye, it’s becoming apparent the Green Bay Packers don’t merely need that extra week to get healthier.
Browns face plenty of uncertainty as they head to Green Bay
December 24, 2021 GMTGREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Cleveland Browns are residing in the AFC North basement, dealing with COVID-19 complications and playing two road games in a span of six days.
Yet they remain in the mix for a second straight playoff berth.
Not much for certain playoffs wise as NFL enters Week 16
December 24, 2021 GMTIt's holiday season, sure. Thus far, only one NFL team, the Packers, has something to celebrate.
Green Bay owns the NFC North title for the third straight year and holds a one-game lead over Arizona, Dallas and Tampa Bay for the NFC’s No.
Packers stay on top of AP Pro32 poll; Chiefs, Bucs follow
December 22, 2021 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — With three games to go in the regular season, Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers are on quite a roll.
Record 27 teams remain in playoff hunt with 3 weeks to go
December 22, 2021 GMTWhile no team has clinched a postseason spot in the jam-packed AFC, there never have been more teams alive in the playoff hunt this late in a season.
Only Chicago, Detroit, Jacksonville, Houston and the New York Jets have been eliminated so far, with 27 teams still with at least a sliver of a postseason chance, tied for the most ever with three weeks left in the season.
Record chase puts Packers’ Rodgers in nostalgic mood
December 22, 2021 GMTGREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is feeling nostalgic and cherishing every moment as he moves closer to breaking the franchise record for career touchdown passes.
His 442 touchdown passes put him in a tie with Brett Favre, his Hall of Fame predecessor.
With division title in hand, Packers seeking NFC’s top seed
December 20, 2021 GMTNow that they’ve clinched their third straight NFC North title, the Green Bay Packers can turn their focus to claiming the conference’s top seed and lone first-round playoff bye.
The Packers could use the extra week of rest at the start of the postseason.
Packers become 1st team into playoffs, win NFC North
December 20, 2021 GMTBALTIMORE (AP) — Aaron Rodgers threw three touchdown passes — tying Brett Favre on Green Bay’s career list — and the Packers became the first team this season to clinch a division title, wrapping up the NFC North with a 31-30 win over Baltimore.
Packers clinch division after Ravens’ 2-point try fails
December 20, 2021 GMTBALTIMORE (AP) — Aaron Rodgers tied Brett Favre for a major franchise record, and the Green Bay Packers won the NFC North.
Both of those accomplishments felt a bit like formalities as the season wound down, but this latest victory for the Packers included plenty of drama.