Well, the much criticized Christmas Eve game has come and gone, with the Packers victorious in both games against the Vikings this year. It’s the first time in four seasons that Minnesota and Green Bay haven’t split the series.
Both games ended with the Packers winning 34-31 on a last second field goal, 858 total yards combined in the first game and 868 total yards yesterday. Packers went 2-2 on 4th and goal yesterday. Each team had success on kick returns: GB with 5 for 150 yards and MN with 5 for 152. Punt returns were not big: GB 1 for 7 yards and MN 3 for 3 yards.
All in all, a good game, but neither team can really brag about their defense.
Minnesota must either win in week 17 or get help from St Louis or Carolina this weekend to be a wild card team. Either team loses or ties, Minnesota will be in.
Have a safe and happy holiday.