Green Bay and Atlanta each scored on their opening drives of the game, but the Packers scored 24 unanswered points in the second quarter to take a commanding 31-7 lead into halftime. The Falcons showed major signs of life in the second half as they cut Green Bay's lead to six with 2:11 to play, but the Packers held on for the victory.
Turning Point:
After a field goal put the Packers up 17-7, Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan was picked off by Morgan Burnett, who returned the ball all the to the 15-yard line. Green Bay scored four plays later, giving Green Bay a big enough cushion they needed in the second half.
Key Stat:
24-0. Atlanta hung with Green Bay for most of the game, but they were absolutely manhandled in the second quarter. The Packers outscored them 24-0 during those 15 minutes, and that was the biggest reason they came away with the victory.
Green Bay MVP:
Quarterback Aaron Rodgers was his usual productive self in this game, completing 24/36 passes for 327 yards and three touchdowns. Wideout Jordy Nelson was his favorite target once again, catching eight passes for 146 yards and two touchdowns.
Atlanta MVP:
Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones continued his hot streak, torching Green Bay's secondary for a career high 259 yards and a touchdown on 11 catches.
What’s Next?
Green Bay hits the road to face the Bills in Buffalo on Sunday, while Atlanta returns home to face the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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