Lions-Packers will be on Sunday Night Football
The teams will play the season's final regular season game at Lambeau Field.
By PackerAaron
The NFL's regular season will conclude with #Game272, Detroit at Green Bay on Sunday Night Football on NBC, the league announced earlier this afternoon.
The Packers must win the game to earn the NFC's No. 7 seed for the playoffs.
The game will be broadcast on NBC. The game will also be available on the Packers Radio Network, made up of 50 stations in six states. A full list of stations is available here.
The Lions' playoff fate hinges on this game and the result of the Rams-Seahawks game earlier Sunday. If the Seahawks win, the Lions will be eliminated before the kickoff at Lambeau Field, and Seattle would earn the last playoff spot if Detroit beats Green Bay. If the Seahawks lose, the Packers-Lions game becomes a de facto playoff game, with the winner getting the No. 7 seed and the loser's season ending.
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Comments (42)
NickPerry
January 02, 2023 at 03:21 pm
Had a feeling...Good deal. Will be even colder at night and just might cause Goff some issues.
LambeauPlain
January 02, 2023 at 03:57 pm
Good point...and the reason Gutey drafted AJ, AJD, and OL, TEs, and WRs who can run block when the weather gets cold and the field gets slick.
And pressure Goff early and often in passing downs. Campbell and Walker are playing well...and so is McDuffie who got the nod over Barnes and did not disappoint with 8 tackles yesterday. The front 7 is playing a solid pass D pressure game which thankfully Barry is finally embracing. I think Walker is a secret weapon as a pass rusher...so blasted quick and strong to get by slower lineman.
jannesbjornson
January 02, 2023 at 04:30 pm
The Packer D has to be more disciplined against the Screen game. D'Andre Swift is a Jones clone, but faster. Campbell is now leading his squad; setting assignments and keeping Walker focused.
LeotisHarris
January 02, 2023 at 05:48 pm
"Campbell is now leading his squad; setting assignments and keeping Walker focused."
And, wasn't that a great sight to see against MN! Your question from a couple of weeks ago was answered; Campbell is the leader of this D.
jannesbjornson
January 03, 2023 at 11:12 pm
He is setting the course, along with Amos.
NickPerry
January 02, 2023 at 06:59 pm
The Lions O-Line is much better than the Vikings, at least IMO. But I agree, the front 7 has played well, especially these last 6 quarters against REALLY good offenses. I'd like to see Walker blitz more too. I'd love to see some of the Mike Zimmer type A-Gap blitz's using Walker. That's where Walker could really excel IMO.
Good catch on McDuffie too. I thought he played pretty well too.
T7Steve
January 03, 2023 at 02:47 pm
Yes. Have you notice that when they do send Walker it's usually from the edge? Wonder why they don't send him up the middle more? Could also keep the QB from slipping up the middle like happened Sunday. Oh wait! I just opened up another coaching rant conversation, didn't I?
pantz_bURp
January 02, 2023 at 03:22 pm
Oh boy...you like theater? This is going to be fun.
It seems like 40 years ago, they were 4-8. This is the beauty of the game: so much at stake. Gonna make a run to Kwik Trip to have oat sodaz and snacks and veggies on hand. The L-Z Boy (and the recliner) won't be able to be still. Kinda like those moving plastic football players on the vibrating gridiron board.
Bring it!
Gonna cue up "Lose Yourself" by Eminem
MainePackFan
January 02, 2023 at 06:07 pm
" Kinda like those moving plastic football players on the vibrating gridiron board."
Pantz, we don't have try too hard to figure out your age bracket. At least those of us who experienced the vibrating gridiron board and the little felt football : )
pantz_bURp
January 02, 2023 at 06:22 pm
Hey Maine, there may be snow on the rooftop but there is still a FIRE raging in the furnace...
It's amazing how one can move the line of scrimmage with a finger strategically placed in the corner and raising the board just enough. :D
MainePackFan
January 02, 2023 at 07:03 pm
Pantz, I had a feeling you knew the key to winning championships. Now if you could teach MLF how to strategically place his finger on the board, it would be much appreciated ; )
Philarod
January 03, 2023 at 09:52 am
I can't decide whether Electric Football was the greatest lousy game or the lousiest great game ever created.
Bure9620
January 02, 2023 at 03:23 pm
A bit surprised by this as the Lions could very well be eliminated by kicl off. Go Pack Go.
ImaPayne
January 02, 2023 at 06:17 pm
Good point didn't think of that. I would hate to play an angry team that has nothing to lose and wants to spoil your life.
murf7777
January 03, 2023 at 09:13 am
I’m not sure which to root for because either way the Lions are going to want to beat the crap out of the Packers. Division rival and playing to get better with a Coach who trains them to “bite kneecaps”. They will either be pissed Seattle won or playing to get into the playoffs. Either way, I think they will be motivated to beat us.
LambeauPlain
January 02, 2023 at 03:45 pm
Well, more drama for Rodgers. Last game in the 2022 season which was pedestrian for him. Win this game and the season will be saved.
I just do not want the drama game in primetime to influence him to put on a show. Let AJ, AJD and the O line put on a show and keep the potent lions O and porous Packer D off the field. Control the TOP, get first downs, run more plays and score.
Then, when a rested D is on the field, turn the playmakers lose and force turnovers if possible. Goff is very secure with the ball and is having a career year. Keep him a spectator.
PearlyBakerBest
January 02, 2023 at 03:53 pm
You sound like Swisch
LambeauPlain
January 02, 2023 at 04:00 pm
Is that a compliment? I certainly don't sound like Swisch. I do not think I write like Swisch either.
But thank you?
pantz_bURp
January 02, 2023 at 04:06 pm
L-Plain you are you and Swisch is Swisch. Personally, I would find it a compliment. Compared to me, Swisch has more heart and courage than I will ever have. I like his style, whether I agree with his statements or not..., has nothing to do with it.
GPG!
PearlyBakerBest
January 02, 2023 at 04:27 pm
Don’t want the drama to affect AR? Yeah. Sounds just like Swisch. Wasn’t meant as a compliment or otherwise. If you start to talk the same bunch of non football crap he has, then I’ll decide.
TarynsEyes
January 02, 2023 at 03:58 pm
Which Lions team do they want to face off against.
1) A lions team already eliminated with nothing to lose, if Seattle wins?
2) A Lions team with the pressure of needing to win if Seattle loses?
Whichever one it is, the Packers better not bring their C game on either side of the ball. Dan Campbell will have his team fired up, regardless. Whereas the Packers have been known to be a tad slumbering at the wrong time.
Possibly the best 'must-see' game of the season.
Qoojo
January 02, 2023 at 04:36 pm
I'd prefer another playoff game. Win or go home. Plus, it's always nice to see the shithawks lose, but Rams are pathetic. So it will probably be your #1.
PearlyBakerBest
January 02, 2023 at 05:37 pm
This comment has no point Doesn’t matter. Either way they have to win.
TarynsEyes
January 02, 2023 at 06:41 pm
It wasn't about the Packers having to win, it was about which psychological Lion team they'd want to face. Read the question again.
Leatherhead
January 02, 2023 at 08:28 pm
Psychologically, they'll be the same ball of messed up crap they've been my entire life.
TarynsEyes
January 02, 2023 at 08:49 pm
You think this Lions team is the same as the last 30 years, then you are just blind, or committed to ignorance. This Lions team isn't the same as the one that beat GB earlier, this season.
murf7777
January 03, 2023 at 09:22 am
I like #2, pressure can be the worst enemy for many people. I like our chances on that. Quite frankly, I think we blow out the Lions either way. The Lions are a home type team, they have one of the better offenses in the league and the worst defense.
Get this thou, when playing away, they only score around 17 points and at home it was around 33. In addition, in two of the away games they scored 0 and 6. To get their average to around 17 points, they scored 24 against Minnesota and 30 against Chicago, arguably two of the worst defenses in the league. As a betting man, I’m giving up the 4.5 points and taking the Packers.
joel_wall
January 02, 2023 at 05:31 pm
Either way it’s going to be a battle. After starting out 4 & 8, adversity seems to be the only thing that motivates each 11 to play as one. Go Pack!
GPG_Since_66
January 02, 2023 at 06:05 pm
On NBC, you say? Does that mean I don't have to listen to FOX and listen to Aikman badmouthing the Packers and see Terry Bradshaw at halftime? Wonderful! What's that you say? Aikman went to some other network this year? I don't care. Good riddance. I bet he is just as much a resentful homer as always. After this week I think the Pack needs to stay off FOX as much as possible :) GPG!
HarryHodag
January 03, 2023 at 07:12 am
Aikman and Buck have been on ESPN's Monday Night Football all season. So, no you don't have to listen to Aikman.
Rarescope
January 03, 2023 at 09:13 am
My favorite Aikman broadcasting line - "Looks like the coach is going to have some decisions to make." Oh how far NFL broadcasting has fallen since the Madden days.
ImaPayne
January 02, 2023 at 06:24 pm
The thing is Seattle has to lose no matter when they play for the lions to have a chance. Pack win doesn't matter what Seattle does.
Starrbrite
January 02, 2023 at 07:27 pm
This game should be the Sunday game—they made the right decision.
As for the weather—cold weather games are the most overrated advantage in sports. Hot weather however is a completely different story. I’ve attended three of the warmest games on record and was absolutely brutal.
Go Packers!!!
Magebauer
January 02, 2023 at 09:09 pm
I hear NBC is involved. So, I won't have to watch Terry Bradshaw at halftime or listen to Troy Aikman bash the Packers on FOX? Wonderful! A word please! In 2013, Aikman left CBS for another channel. Not that it matters to me. As far as I'm concerned, it's about time they left. It's safe to assume he's still the same disgruntled homer he's always been. I believe it's best if the Pack avoids FOX as much as possible after this week. GPG!
Magebauer
January 02, 2023 at 09:09 pm
I hear NBC is involved. So, I won't have to watch Terry Bradshaw at halftime or listen to Troy Aikman bash the Packers on FOX? Wonderful! A word please! In 2013, Aikman left CBS for another channel. Not that it matters to me. As far as I'm concerned, it's about time they left. It's safe to assume he's still the same disgruntled homer he's always been. I believe it's best if the Pack avoids FOX as much as possible after this week. GPG!
Starrbrite
January 02, 2023 at 11:47 pm
Yep—I like your thinking.
HarryHodag
January 03, 2023 at 07:19 am
Anyone who thinks the Lions won't be going full throttle is really off the mark. A win against Green Bay at home would cement what is building in Detroit. The Packers are playing very well(overall) right now so this game should be a dogfight. Unlike the Vikings who wet their pants and went home, the Lions operate on sheer guts sometimes. I've been impressed with them for awhile.
Unlike the Vikes, whose offensive line stunk, the Lions have an excellent offensive line. They have an excellent defensive line. Goff is playing like he actually belongs in the NFL, unlike his time at the Rams.
The key to the game is a quick start for the Packers. If they come out slow like they often do, it might be too late. Detroit can put up points.
The Packers must win but it won't be easy.
BTW-Detroit has two first round picks, two second round picks and a third rounder in the top 80 selections in the April draft. Keep your eye peeled for the Motor City.
Starrbrite
January 03, 2023 at 10:23 am
Exactly right Harry.
packanimal
January 03, 2023 at 07:26 am
Happy to get a notice yesterday from the Packers that they had tickets available because the Lions had returned some of their allotment -- a perhaps small but nonetheless encouraging sign of our home field advantage.
Philarod
January 03, 2023 at 10:09 am
Wow, the feature game of the weekend?
Obviously, it's a must-win for the Packers (win and get in, lose and go home), but the dynamic will be different for the Lions. I think they'll play hard either way, but would rather the Seahawks win, so they'll have just a little less incentive.
Either way, the Pack has to play just as well as versus the Vikings.
(I'm compartmentalizing, as, well, last night's game was tough -- prayers for Damar Hamlin.)
ImaPayne
January 03, 2023 at 10:21 pm
The one good thing but its bad, win and get in good, but so is lose and go home because they are already home. LOL
ImaPayne
January 03, 2023 at 10:18 pm
I like the Lions and Packers but the Lions cant go to the playoffs (assuming Seattle kicks the Rams ass) so its Packer football all the way.
Should be a good game and I wouldnt take the Lions lightly but they have shown a weakness to stop the run so we should have a big edge and of course the fans too.