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Bears-Packers Renew NFL's Oldest Rivalry in Wild-Card Tilt at Soldier Field

Despite a four-game skid with mounting injuries, Green Bay enters as a narrow favorite.

1/8/2025
The Chicago Bears' locker room was a scene of joy as owner/coach George Halas, far left, led players, staff members and well-wishers in a rousing cheer after the team’s 33-14 victory over the Green Bay Packers at Wrigley Field on Dec. 14, 1941, in a playoff for the Western Division National League title. (Chicago Tribune historical photo)

Overview

  • Chicago hosts Green Bay on Saturday night in just the third playoff meeting between the franchises.
  • The Bears finished 11-6, won the NFC North, and are playing their first home postseason game since 2018.
  • The Packers went 9-7-1 and lost pass rusher Micah Parsons to a season-ending knee injury in Week 15.
  • Green Bay expects quarterback Jordan Love to be available after he missed the final two regular-season games with a concussion.
  • The teams split two close regular-season games, rain is forecast for Chicago, and current odds slightly favor the Packers at roughly -1.5 with a total near 44.5.