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Packers' Playoff Hopes Soar After Thanksgiving Victory

12/1/2025

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The Green Bay Packers have a 94% playoff chance per the New York Times Playoff Simulator.
Their schedule includes two games against the Chicago Bears, who lead the NFC North.
After a Thanksgiving win over the Detroit Lions, the Packers control their playoff destiny.
Two wins could secure a playoff spot, with four likely to clinch the division and odds rising after Philadelphia Eagles and Los Angeles Rams losses.

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The Green Bay Packers have a 94% playoff chance per the New York Times Playoff Simulator.
Their schedule includes two games against the Chicago Bears, who lead the NFC North.
After a Thanksgiving win over the Detroit Lions, the Packers control their playoff destiny.
Two wins could secure a playoff spot, with four likely to clinch the division and odds rising after Philadelphia Eagles and Los Angeles Rams losses.