It’s finally Bears week. In a breach of tradition going back to 2004, the NFL’s opening kickoff game will not be hosted by or feature the defending Super Bowl champion, but for good reason—the NFL’s oldest rivalry will headline the first week of the league’s 100th regular season.
Here’s a quick look at some fun facts about the NFL kickoff game, and some memorable contests.
Trivia
-This marks the third time the Packers have played in the NFL Kickoff Game, and the first time for the Bears. The Packers are 1-1 in kickoff game appearances, defeating the New Orleans Saints in 2011 but losing to the Seattle Seahawks in 2014.