Long march for field goal proved valuable for Packers

GREEN BAY – A possession that produces a field goal early in the second quarter doesn't typically stand out as one of the more important sequences in a game.

But the Packers' 12-play, 75-yard series worth three points in their 45-27 victory at New England was crucial, and therefore it's the Chevy Drive of the Week.

Its value was heightened because it began on Green Bay's own 2-yard line following a punt. The Packers were in control early and led, 14-0, but this was a huge chance for the Patriots to get right back in the game.

The Packers had other ideas, though, as QB Jordan Love hit WR Christian Watson along the sideline to convert on third-and-7 from the 5-yard line, getting the offense out…