History of Lions vs. Packers
The Lions and Packers have a great NFC North rivalry that dates back to the 1930s. With such a storied history, there have been so many epic clashes throughout the seasons.
Lions Record vs. Packers
The Lions are 78-107-7 against the Packers. Remember, there was a stretch of time where the Lions simply could not beat the Packers at Lambeau, and it lasted over two decades. But things have changed recently. The Lions swept the Packers last season and have gone 6-1 in the past seven games against the Pack.
All-Time Best Lions vs. Packers games
There have been numerous exciting games throughout the decades. However, three epic clashes stand out, including one that ended on a Hail Mary pass.
1. Packers vs. Lions -December 3, 2015
The Lions led 20-0 at one point in the third quarter and seemed to be on their way to an easy win. Then, the Packers started chipping away, getting two touchdowns in the third quarter to cut the deficit to six. The Packers trailed 23-21 while on their own 38-yard line and with seconds remaining and no timeouts. Next, Aaron Rodgers heaved a 61-yard mammoth pass to Richard Rodgers, who caught a contested Hail Mary pass in the endzone to give the Packers an unforgettable win.
2. Packers vs. Lions -January 8, 1994 -NFC Wildcard
This was the first of two epic playoff matches between the Lions and Packers. Also, it was as memorable as ever. With under two minutes remaining, Brett Favre connected with Sterling Sharpe for a 60-yard touchdown to give the Packers the 28-24 lead and the eventual win at the Pontiac Silverdome.
3. Lions vs. Packers - December 31, 1994 - NFC Wildcard
This was the fourth game in one calendar year, and the second straight playoff matchup. It turned into a defensive slugfest. The Lions had Barry Sanders, one of the best running backs of all time. Somehow, the Packers held him to -1 rushing yards on their way to a 16-12 win.
Injury Status for Lions Vs Packers
Lions vs Packers FAQ
The Packers currently lead the all-time, head-to-head series 107-78-7. Currently, the Lions have gone 6-2 against the Packers in the past eight games, displaying some dominance in the last few contests after the Pack dominated for a decade.
The Packers won the first game against the Lions (then known as the Portsmouth Spartans) 47-13 on November 24, 1930. The Packers also won the first game against the Detroit Lions in 1934 in a home game in Milwaukee.
There is no line for the Packers-Lions on Thanksgiving yet. However, the Packers were favored by 1.5 points in Week 1, so it is best to expect a close line unless either team suffers a barrage of injuries to key players.
You can place a bet on the Lions-Packers game in Week 1 by using any of the licensed sportsbooks in Ontario. Some official sites to choose from include DraftKings Sportsbook, betMGM, Caesars Sportsbook, FanDuel, and PointsBet Canada Sportsbook.
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Brandon Justice is a Writer, Commercial Editor, and Fact Checker for BetMichigan.com. He also writes about the Michigan Wolverines & Detroit Lions, two teams he spent seven years covering professionally. Additionally, the Metro Detroit, Michigan native has covered numerous sports betting perspectives, including everything from analysis & daily picks to reviews & guides.
