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Packers Enter 2025 as NFC North Threat as Jordan Love Draws MVP Buzz

Oddsmakers make Green Bay a prime division bet, with rookie Matthew Golden flashing as an immediate playmaker.

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Green Bay Packers wide receiver Matthew Golden (22) catches a pass during the first day of training camp on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Ray Nitschke Field in Ashwaubenon, Wis. Tork Mason/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
Aug 23, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) during warmups prior to the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Overview

  • ESPN’s Dan Graziano reports Jordan Love is expected to be ready for Week 1 after a procedure on his non-throwing thumb and says he could be an MVP candidate if Green Bay elevates against top opponents.
  • Sportsbooks price the Packers around +225 with a 9.5 win total to take the NFC North, and a FOX Sports analyst picks Green Bay to win the division this season.
  • First-round receiver Matthew Golden impressed throughout camp and the preseason and is projected by multiple outlets to contribute immediately with Offensive Rookie of the Year buzz.
  • The Associated Press reports key roster changes including the signing of guard Aaron Banks with Elgton Jenkins shifting to center, cornerback Nate Hobbs arriving, and two-time Pro Bowler Jaire Alexander being released, with offensive line depth still flagged as a concern.
  • Green Bay finished 11-6 in 2024 but went 0-6 against the Lions, Vikings and Eagles including the playoff loss; the team cut Mecole Hardman, and outside speculation links the Packers to a possible Tyreek Hill trade scenario.