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Keisean Nixon's End-Zone Interception Lifts Packers Over Bears, Puts Green Bay Atop NFC North

The cornerback capped a season of frequent pass breakups by finally grabbing one in the game's defining moment.

Overview

  • Nixon intercepted Caleb Williams on fourth-and-1 from the Packers' 14-yard line, ending Chicago's last chance in a 28-21 game.
  • The win moved Green Bay to 9-3-1 and into first place in the NFC North ahead of the 9-4 Bears, with four games remaining and a rematch coming in less than two weeks.
  • Earlier in the game, Nixon drew two penalties on one drive and was briefly benched as Matt LaFleur emphasized the need to maintain poise.
  • ESPN credits Nixon with 14 pass breakups entering Week 14, while another outlet lists 16, highlighting his disruptive season despite a prior interception drought.
  • Micah Parsons praised Nixon as a tough, savvy defender and warned opponents not to underestimate him.