Packers vs Eagles: Gameday Preview - 2025 Week 10
A battle for NFC Supremacy
By GregMeinholz
It's the Green Bay Packers' lone Monday night game of the season, as tonight they will take on the Philadelphia Eagles from Lambeau Field at 7:15 pm CST. It's a rematch of last year's Wild Card playoff loss in Philadelphia, but this time the Packers get to enjoy some of that home cooking. Last week, the 5-2-1 Packers fell to the Carolina Panthers 13-16 in heartbreaking, yet embarrassing fashion. The team we saw the previous week in Pittsburgh seemed to be absent, and they were defeated by a field goal in the final seconds of the game. The Eagles, sitting at 6-2, are coming off a home victory against the New York Giants, 38-20. This will surely be a battle for NFC supremacy.
The last time these two teams met was in the 2024 Wild Card playoffs, where Philadelphia defeated Green Bay 22-10. The game saw Jordan Love possibly play the worst game of his career, throwing three interceptions as the Packers' offense was just stale. After losing Christian Watson to an ACL injury the week before, it seemed almost as if the offense had no answers as to what to do next, and the defense didn't fare any better.
Last week was one of those games where you say, "Burn the tape, and let's focus on the next." Only you can't do that in this league. You need to learn from your mistakes, and there were many last week. The offense just seemed lost and couldn't put anything together, while the defense, though they only gave up 16 points, was uncharacteristically gashed on the ground. To make matters worse, the Packers lost star tight end Tucker Kraft for the season to an ACL injury. The Packers had a lot of self-evaluation to do in the last week.
Tonight, it's time to bounce back to championship contender form.
What to See on Offense
Despite only putting up 13 points against Carolina, the Packers' passing offense was still humming. They just couldn't get the ball in the end zone. Some of that was due to mistakes or just falling flat. On top of fixing that, they now have a gaping hole in their passing attack. The Packers aren't going to replace Tucker Kraft easily. But, they do have the personnel to pick up the slack. We'll have to see if Luke Musgrave can rise to the occasion or if it'll be a mix of Musgrave, Golden, plus others.
On the other side of the ball, the Eagles have Jalen Carter, who is easily a problem up the middle on the defensive line. Carter hasn't put up big stats so far, but he's always a threat to get to the quarterback. Outside of Carter, the Eagles traded for OLB Jaelen Phillips before the deadline this season, who has three sacks, and then DT Moro Ojomo has four sacks, with LB Zach Baun sitting at three. The Eagles are 26th in the league at getting after the QB, but I wouldn't write them off, as they still have a few players who can be a problem if allowed.
In the secondary, the Eagles have Quinyon Mitchell, who may be one of the best corners in the league, and then, of course, Packers social media's draft darling, Cooper DeJean, who has had a good season so far himself. Outside of those two, the Eagles added CB Michael Carter at the trade deadline as well as former Packer Jaire Alexander. Ja$ hasn't exactly had an impact anywhere so far in 2025, only playing in two games, and unfortunately we won't get to see him reunite with old teammates tonight as he didn't even make the trip with the team to Wisconsin.
Given the Packers' tendency to spread the ball around, it should be interesting to see how the Eagles match up with their corners. Mitchell tends to match up with the "best receiver." Well, the Packers don't have a definitive best receiver. So, we'll see how they line up their corners.
On to the run. It seems to be a mystery this season as to why the Packers' running game hasn't gotten going. Is it due to Josh Jacobs' ailments? Is it the offensive line not opening things up enough? My guess right now goes to the offensive line. There are many times when Jacobs seems to be fighting to just put together a positive gain. Which is disappointing. Last year, the running game was a highlight; this year, it's kind of a lowlight. But we have a silver lining tonight. The Eagles aren't that great against the run, ranking 19th in the league. They do have a stellar group of linebackers in Nakobe Dean, Zach Baun, and Jihaad Campbell, however, who can be disruptive when handing the ball off.
Again, I have to talk about Tucker Kraft. Because Kraft's absence will leave a hole in the run-blocking game as well. Something Luke Musgrave hasn't exactly stacked up to in replacement. I think back to over 20 years ago, when the Packers used to have tackle Kevin Barry line up as a tight end in some situations. They called it the "U71 package." It was famous enough that I used to create it myself in Madden, so I could put Barry on the field for a few running plays here and there. Fast forward to 2025, and the Packers have a tackle that could fill this role in Anthony Belton. Belton is a good run blocker with a tendency to be a mauler. And, what a coincidence, he's number 71! Perhaps it's time to bring the U71 package out of retirement to plow the roads ahead of Josh Jacobs.
What to See on Defense
Well, here we go, we all know it's coming, so let's get it out of the way. It's the battle of the Tush Push.
Everyone knows the story that the Packers pioneered a proposal in the offseason to have the Eagles' famous play banned. And it almost was. But all through the process, everyone mocked the Packers' attempt to put a stop to it. But now that the season is underway, all you see is debate and complaints that the play should be flagged. Maybe the Packers were right after all? Imagine that. Regardless, the play currently stands, and I wouldn't put it past the Eagles to run it against the Packers tonight every single chance they get.
Outside of being Tush Pushed, Jalen Hurts has had a relatively good season. He has the fourth-highest passer rating in the league despite falling under some occasional scrutiny. Perhaps that's just one of the joys of playing in Philly. Last year, in two matchups, the Packers did a pretty decent job of keeping Hurts in the pocket. I would imagine they'll do much of the same this time around, but with the addition of Micah Parsons to the mix, they're going to try and take advantage of the fact that Hurts has been sacked 25 times this season and see if they can harass him a bit.
Not only would harassing Hurts keep him in the pocket, but it would prevent him from taking advantage of a Packers' secondary that's been questionable this season. AJ Brown and Devonta Smith continue to be big receiving threats, and if Hurts has too much time, he will find them downfield. Green Bay mustn't let Hurts get too comfortable, or things could get out of hand quickly. I wouldn't be surprised to see Quay Walker or Edgerrin Cooper used as a bit of a spy just in case Hurts escapes the pressure. Outside of the two receivers, tight end Dallas Goedert is still a decent threat, especially in the red zone, catching seven touchdowns already this season.
If the Packers can get to Hurts quickly, they have a good chance of slowing the Eagles' passing attack. If not, we could be in for a long night.
Of course, now we have the running game. Saquon Barkley is coming to town, and we're going to have to see which Packers' run defense is coming to face him. All year long, I've expressed confidence in the Packers' defense stopping the run. It's been a welcome change from years prior. But then Rico Dowdle came along and gashed them for 130 yards and two touchdowns. Carolina barely needed to pass the football, as they were running it all day long right down the Packers' throats.
Saquon Barkley hasn't put up the same numbers as Dowdle this season, but that doesn't mean he can't. Because he very much can. But the Eagles haven't been as effective on the ground so far this season. In fact, they rank behind the Packers in rushing yards per game. It's been a bit of an anomaly given how run-heavy the Eagles have been to this date.
Hopefully, the Packers' defense hasn't started a downward trend against the run, and we don't see the Eagles re-find their way against us.
Extra Notes
Brandon McManus missed another kick last week. But does it really matter? When it comes to a game, sure, it matters; it mattered a lot as that kick may have won or at least tied the game against Carolina. But when it comes to McManus' job, it certainly doesn't seem like it matters at all. Which is curious with Lucas Havrisik still on the roster. Is he still there due to concern about McManus' injury status, or are they not quite sold on McManus being their guy? It's anyone's guess at this point, but it seems they are giving McManus every opportunity possible to redeem himself.
On the Eagles' side, they have Jake Elliott at kicker, who's 7/9 for field goals this season and a perfect 25/25 for extra points. Punting, they have Braden Mann, who has the second-best punting average this season with 52.4 yards, just ahead of Packers' punter Daniel Whelan with 51.9.
Returning kicks, the Eagles have Will Shipley averaging 28.6 yards per return, and on punts, they have Jahan Dotson averaging 9.6 yards per return. Both players have explosive abilities, and the Packers' special teams will need to be disciplined to not be beaten. On the Packers' side, it seems like on punts, they're just happy to have Romeo Doubs make a catch without mistakes, and Savion Williams has had some explosive moments on kick returns but has remained inconsistent.
In the End
I hate to call games "emotional" because in a way, they all are. But given the playoff defeat last year and all the drama around the "Tush Push" over the summer, the Packers want to win this one badly. The Packer fans want to win this one badly. And I'm sure if there are Eagles fans in attendance tonight, many of our fellow Packer fans in attendance are not going to want to listen to Philadelphia fans gloat all night. So, let's also win it for them.
A victory tonight over the Eagles would set things on track again for the 2025 Packers. We've had some big wins, but some embarrassing losses. After the loss to the Panthers, many are starting to count the Packers out. It's time to prove them wrong.
Next week, we travel to the Meadowlands to face the New York Giants. Let's get on that plane next week with a 6-2-1 record. Go Pack Go.
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Comments (29)
LambeauPlain
November 10, 2025 at 10:09 am
"It seems to be a mystery this season as to why the Packers' running game hasn't gotten going."
Really? This mystery is solved. The IOL is a disorganized mess. Jacobs needs to earn the bulk of his yards from mistake free, cohesive and synergistic play from Banks, Jenkins, Morgan, Rhyan. 4 IOL players still getting introduced. They are not a unit...on nearly every play one of the 3 breaks down and wrecks the play.
Lack of a solid IOL is due to injuries, lack of practice time together, and OL coaching unable to find the best 3 out of 4 candidates. (so far, Rhyan has been the weak link but Butkus and Stenovich continue to wear blinders, and still desire him to be a starter after 4 years not yet earning the job)
If LaFleur doesn't get this fixed, the playoffs, like his tenure, are in grave danger.
T7Steve
November 10, 2025 at 11:26 am
I'd copied and was ready to paste that same line. You did it for me. I was beginning to hesitate because he did say all the right things concerning the line further down the paragraph.
LambeauPlain
November 10, 2025 at 11:59 am
I watched the pressers from Hafley and Stenovich.
Hafley is always interesting, explaining what worked, what didn't. He knows his guys...what they are doing well and what they are not. He said Wyatt had a very good week and expects a big game from him. He is positive on Wooden. Brooks, Stackhouse and Brinson need to step up more. He explained the fundamentals and techniques of rush D...and was quick to announce they did not execute either very well on Sunday. He said "that's coaching" and they concentrated on it this week.
Stenovich interview tells me nothing except the status quo remains a go. It is like handing him your watch and he tells you the time...intermingled with "kinda, sort of, maybe, gotta see" wishy washy bromides. He did say he really likes how the OL is set up now with 8 guys playing different roles all over the OL. So now they have 8 guys who are ready to play several positions for the rest of the season...like they have all season. Hooray! See...the lack of a continuous, cohesive unit of the best 5 is actually a strength! SMH.
dblbogey
November 10, 2025 at 04:24 pm
Jenkins play at Center has been a surprising negative. I assumed Banks must be a strong run blocker for the money they gave him - another negative. Morgan doesn't seem able to beat out Rhyan permanently, and Rhyan has not played up to his mediocre standards. Maybe they'll stay healthy and show some improvement? We really need for Belton to be a quality starter next year, hope Morgan can at least help somewhere, and find a new center.
LambeauPlain
November 10, 2025 at 05:09 pm
I get nerdy sometimes and rewatch a game with focus on the OL and DL. Morgan is better than Rhyan.
Jenkins almost reminds me of Nijman's last season with the Pack. Playing like "I am done here." (Yosh was a more than capable back up)
Jenks has been the leader of the OL for most of LaFleur's tenure. He can be again if he wants to. It would be helpful if he was well acquainted with his two Guards.
A healthy Walker and Tom are the pillars on the OL. Banks needs consistent play on the practice and game fields. Morgan at RG...end the musical chairs!
Banks/Jenks/Morgan...weak link IOL now that I believe will vastly improve with synergies playing as a unit.
SinceLombardi
November 10, 2025 at 10:26 pm
Well they ran pretty good tonight and still flatlined with 7 points.
LaFleur must go after 2025.
TarynsEyes
November 10, 2025 at 10:50 am
"This will surely be a battle for NFC supremacy.".
Surely, you jest. I hope you wrote of this mindset after floating on a huge marshmallow in a dream, because in reality you're simply delusional. From what aspect are you seeing the Packers becoming the 'Supreme' team of the NFC if they win tonight? Are you not watching Sea, Rams, Det for starters, or are you just a blind optimist Packer fan who cannot see what 'Supreme' looks like from the marshmallow cloud you're floating are. A win tonight simply increases the odds of a playoff berth, it doesn't in any way make the Packers a 'Supreme' team candidate.
I couldn't even read the article after that sentence, as I'm pretty sure it's filled with a blather that denies everything we've seen, with emphasis on those 'Supreme' exploits last week against the Panthers. I totally get the fandom, but I just can't take marshmallow rides and think all is fine, or rather, 'Supreme'.
Happy floating in fantasy land where a win tonight will have you floating even 'higher', until the next cloudburst of dismal melts the marshmallow float.
Go Pack Go, without the marshmallows, please.
Bitternotsour
November 10, 2025 at 06:19 pm
bet heavily. you got this.
splitpea1
November 10, 2025 at 10:52 am
Can MLF and the Packers adjust to life without Kraft? The Eagles should load up to stop Jacobs (but will they have to?) and take their chances with the Packers' depleted receiving unit (Wicks, Williams, Golden all questionable). Watson will need to have a big game in both volume and yardage probably. I don't know what to expect from Musgrave, but hopefully someone will be able to block on the outside.
Defense: This ought to be interesting. The Packers are easy prey for the tush push (in fact I think the Eagles could tush push their way down the field if they wanted to), so they'll need to play good defense on first and second downs (like maybe get some sacks) to minimize these situations.
Pivotal game for the Packers and MLF; he's going to have to show some unpredictability and willingness to take chances (but smartly!) in order to win. Business as usual isn't going to cut it; if MLF has any moxie in him, now is the time to show it. The Packers are going to look awful silly if they lose, especially with a poor defensive showing, after whining in the off-season about the tush push.
Snap the ball
November 10, 2025 at 11:07 am
Packers by 8 plus
dblbogey
November 10, 2025 at 11:53 am
Dolphins beat the Bills. No predicting games anymore.
NFLfan
November 10, 2025 at 12:22 pm
I bet the Bills slept-walked through the game
TarynsEyes
November 10, 2025 at 11:55 am
The Giants just fired Dabol, that marshmallow ride will really be soaring high when the Packers win next week against the Giants. A remarkable win for sure and proof that the Packers are 'Supreme'.
bleedgreen
November 10, 2025 at 12:06 pm
Seems like a turning point game for the year and maybe the organization. A win could send us to the playoffs and a deep playoff run or a loss could be the beginning of the end of the MLF and Gutenkunst era.
NFLfan
November 10, 2025 at 12:14 pm
I don't know what to think and which Packer team is going to show up. I am essentially feeling philosophical and less tied to this outcome. Sometimes something needs to break in a big way before changes are made. Murphy has allowed both Gute and MLF to operate without consequences for 7 years--Gute's poor roster construction/ wasteful Draft picks and MLF's repeated poor in-game management and lack of personnel management.
I am still more than annoyed at MLF for waltzing into Lambeau with an unprepared team and losing to the Panthers after he did the same thing several weeks prior.I am rooting for a whatever it takes to remove those two-
Because MLF and the team didn't try hard enough against winnable teams-their backs are now against the wall--that behavior has happened repeatedly over many years.
bleedgreen
November 10, 2025 at 12:50 pm
Completely agree. I am kind of resigned to watching another half hearted effort by this team to win the game. By Both the players and the coaches. Don't know why this team just looks flat and disinterested so often. Maybe its just me.
mnbadger
November 10, 2025 at 06:00 pm
Not on you green bleeder.
That aspect of the game lies almost completely on mlf shoulders.
Some goes to team leaders, or maybe lack thereof.
GPG!
Leatherhead
November 10, 2025 at 12:52 pm
We're basically the same as the Eagles on the ground. Same number of attempts/game, same number of yards, same number of TDs. How bad is their run game?
TarynsEyes
November 10, 2025 at 01:06 pm
Two people learned chess by the same mentor, but one always beat the other. Your premise is that they should be equal in outcomes. They weren't, and neither are GB and Phi. Do you know why?
Leatherhead
November 10, 2025 at 06:01 pm
There's a lot more random stuff in football than in chess. My premise is that for all intents and purposes, the Packers and Eagles are pretty similar on the ground.
Brewcity_BearsFan
November 10, 2025 at 02:58 pm
Sirianni is 4-0 coming out of the bye. I think he gets to 5-0 tonight.
Barkley will have a modest game, but I think Brown and Smith will have very good games.
I will say Eagles 37 Packers 24.
mnbadger
November 10, 2025 at 06:03 pm
I see (and understand) your Eagles 37 Packers 24 and raise you Pack 27 - beagles 23.
GPG!
Leatherhead
November 10, 2025 at 06:27 pm
This premise is that the Packers will have their 2nd worst defensive game of the season, at the same time that the Packers will be held below their season average on offense. At home.
The Eagles are very good at protecting the ball, short-yardage, and red zone production. That's their offense. That's what we should expect to see. The Packers are one of the best "throw it over your head" teams in the league. Also, Hurts has been sacked 25 times, and he could get sacked a couple of times tonight.
Some interesting Siriani Factoids: He has the best winning percentage of any active NFL coach, and 5th all time. He's only coached for 5 years. He's 37th all time with a record of 32 games over .500,
Philadelphia will be ready to play tonight.
Packers'Dynasties6of16-5of7-next....
November 10, 2025 at 03:40 pm
Run!
Run!
Run!
Just get the ball out of Jordan Love's hands.
Would rather see Malik Willis in there.
The Packers data below pertains to the Chiefs game in 2021 and all Packers games (45), including playoffs, in the 2023-24 season, 2024-25 season and current 2025-26 season (total of 46 games, 44 of which Jordan Love started)
Packers record when running plays are 50% or more of total offensive plays: 16 wins, 3 losses
Packers record when passing plays are 50% or more of total offensive plays: 9.5 wins, 17.5 losses
Packers record when running plays are 45% or more of total offensive plays: 19 wins, 5 losses
Packers record when passing plays are 55% or more of total offensive plays: 7.5 wins, 14.5 losses
Go Pack Go!!
Hoping for the Best!!
Packers'Dynasties6of16-5of7-next....
November 10, 2025 at 04:12 pm
Packers record when Jordan throws 1 or more interceptions: 7 wins and 14 losses
Packers record when Jordan throws 0 interceptions: 17.5 wins and 5.5 losses – Jordan lost a fumble in the 2023 Tampa Bay game loss and lost a fumble in this year’s Cowboy game tie – adjust the record for those and Jordan and the Packers are 17 and 4 in games where Jordan neither throws an interception or fumbles.
Packers record when Malik throws 0 interceptions: 2 wins and 0 losses (Malik has yet to throw an interception as a Packer.
Note: For the 2023-24 regular season, including the playoffs and Superbowl, 285 games were played. In 225 of those games 1 team turned the ball over more than the other team. The teams that turned the ball over more often in those 225 games lost 168 times or 74.7% of the time.
CONCLUSION:
If we turn the ball over less than the Eagles we most likely win.
Only ways we lose is:
1) Lafleur lets Jordan do more than throw passes behind the line of scrimmage or more than 10 yards beyond the line of scrimmage - Jordan cannot throw accurately beyond 10 yards. Every pass beyond this is completed simply because the Packers receivers are quality receivers and they have been specially trained to deal with Jordan's off target throws.
2) Jordan falls asleep on the field - mentally - as he often does - and does something extraordinarily stupid.
3) Eagles just run through the Packers. TJ Slaton is a big loss in the middle as is Kenny Clark. Micah Parsons is a great pass rusher but offers little against the run. The Packers WAY OVERPAID - 2 first round drafts picks and a 3 time pro bowler who is playing great for the Cowboys..
Gutey screwed the Packers out of Super Bowls from 2018 through the present.
If we lose tonight, due to the reasons above - it is all on Gutey.
Dick-theBruiser-Afflis
November 10, 2025 at 04:44 pm
The picture becomes more and more clear with every month and will be evident to all soon.
It is appropriate we are playing the Eagles - as Howie Roseman had the balls to cut Carson Wentz loose despite signing him to a big contract just a year earlier.
Rodgers after 8 games had 17 touchdown passes and 5 interceptions – the 17 touchdowns puts him in a tie for 4th and Herbert and Nix both one in front of Rodgers with 18 touchdown passes have played 1 and 2 more games this year. In Rodgers last MVP season of 2021-22 Rodgers also had 17 touchdown passes – and 2 interceptions – after 8 games. The difference is Rodgers had years of familiarity with his backs, receivers and tight ends in that 2021-22 season and this year Rodgers is with a crew he has just met.
And Jordan continues to show us what most of us all knew he was back in 2019, his final year of college, and it was demonstrated again last week against the Panthers - who were the only team - besides the Browns (who Jordan also failed against) - that the Packers have played this year with a top 10 passing defense in terms of lowest passing yards allowed per game.
Tonight's game against the Eagles should be interesting because the Eagles are 17th ranked in lowest passing yards allowed but 4th lowest in passer rating allowed.
I expect that Lafleur will try to run the ball early- given Jordan's annual season ending meltdown in last year's wild card game with the Eagles with 3 interceptions and a 41.5 passing rating - lowest in Packer playoff history for any quarterback with 20 or more passing attempts. I expect Lafleur will continue to wear down Jacobs - and that could of all been averted if the IDIOT Gutekunst had sprung for the extra 1 or 2 million in guaranteed money beloved loyal Aaron Jones wanted.
I expect the Eagles to run the ball against the size depleted Packers - courtesy of Gutekunst allowing TJ Slaton to walk and trading Clark - with Hurts and Barkley and Tank Bigsby - doubt AJ Dillion sees the field - with intermediate passes to tight end Goedert - who stiff armed Valentine like a tiny little boy - on his way to a touchdown in the wild card loss last year and the 225 pound WR Brown manhandling Valentine again as Rasul Douglas excels for the Dolphins and Jaire hopes to re-start his career with the Eagles - like DeVondre Campbell Jaire succumbed to the pressure of playing too soon with injuries. Just a year ago Jaire opened the season with 2 interceptions and 4 passes defensed in his first 3 games, including an interception against the Eagles in the first game in Brazil - hopefully he has recovered because when he is not hurt he is still an All Pro corner - Howie Roseman decided the risk was worthwhile.
Packers can't get behind as then the Packers may be forced to pass.
The Packers defense - and Jacobs on offense - most likely get worn down and Eagles win the game by literally RUNNING the clock out.
Only becomes an Eagles blow out if Jordan collapses - AGAIN.
Hope Jordan and Micah and the Packers prove me wrong on all counts and the Packers pull it out.
The opening line was Packers by 2.5 points - line is currently Packers by 1 with an over/under of 45.5 implying a Packers 23 Eagles 22 final score - maybe gambling has the refs on the Packers side. In the NBA- allegedly - its been the coaches, players and refs, so why not the NFL.
LambeauPlain
November 10, 2025 at 04:46 pm
Dusty over at APC had a good take how to attack the Eagles D. I liked it.
Run a lot of play action. They are not good at it, especially when defending a horizontal pass game behind their LBs. They give up the short passes in RPO.
They are better defending the run out of play action against zone blocking. But not so good defending RPO runs with gap blocking. Jacobs could have a good time if the IOL can execute good gap blocks...you know, in unison on the target.
Eagles are an entirely different D when defending vs clear drop backs. One of the NFLs best.
barutanseijin
November 10, 2025 at 05:09 pm
The problem with that is that you need a credible running game to set up play action. The Packers’ lousy run blocking makes their rushing attack somewhat less than credible.
Starrbrite
November 10, 2025 at 07:03 pm
I’m referring to this as the “Lafluer Game.”
In light of the extremely embarrassing loss to the panthers (and then they lost to the pathetic saints), I’m calling for LaFluer to be fired if he doesn’t win this game; unless he somehow makes the nfc championship.
This team has every possible motivation and had better play with their a$$ on fire.
Go Packers!!!