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Packers hold on to win after tough test from Jaguars

The Packers were expected to blow out the Jaguars. Instead, they barely escaped with a win.

After a tougher-than-expected test, Green Bay managed to hold on for a 24-20 win over Jacksonville.

Aaron Rodgers turned in a strong performance, completing 24 of 34 passes for 325 yards, with two touchdowns and one interception.

Marquez Valdes-Scantling was the Packers’ top receiver, with four catches for 149 yards and a touchdown. Davante Adams exited the game with an ankle injury but then returned to score a fourth-quarter touchdown.

Jaguars rookie quarterback Jake Luton struggled, completing 18 of 35 passes for just 169 yards, with one touchdown and one interception.