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Aaron Rodgers, Packers remain atop NFC playoff race with win over Panthers

Aaron Rodgers and the Packers look determined to secure the top seed in the NFC.

The Packers, behind a near-perfect first half from Green Bay at Lambeau Field on Saturday night, cruised past the Carolina Panthers 24-16 to grab their fourth-straight win — which keeps them in the driver’s seat to claim the lone playoff bye.

Panthers struggle to slow Green Bay early

The Panthers couldn’t seem to find a way to slow the Packers’ offense down in the first half. Green Bay scored a touchdown on each of its first three drives of the game, quickly amassing a 21-3 lead.