The talk of the NFC North this week undoubtedly centers around the comeback miracle in Green Bay, where Aaron Rodgers led the Packers to a 24-23 opening week win over the Chicago Bears. An opening week victory was just what the Packers needed heading into an early-season clash with the Minnesota Vikings and Rodgers’ health in doubt. Despite a rocky start, Rodgers’ return sparked a full-team revival in which the Packer defense made an impressive final stand in Mike Pettine’s first game as Defensive Coordinator.
Around the division, outlooks are incredibly mixed.