Packers Playoff Outlook: Odds, Schedule, and Division Standings
The Green Bay Packers are in a strong position as they pursue playoff qualifications for the 2025 NFL season. With their recent victory over the Chicago Bears, they are now narrowly leading the NFC North division.
Packers Playoff Outlook
After their Week 14 win, the Packers boast a 94% chance of reaching the playoffs, as reported by NFL Next Gen Stats. This is an increase from an 89% probability before the game, illustrating the significant impact of their latest performance.
Current Standings
- Green Bay Packers: 9-3-1 (4-0 in NFC North)
- Chicago Bears: 9-4 (1-3 in NFC North)
- Detroit Lions: 7-5 (1-3 in NFC North)
- Minnesota Vikings: 4-8 (2-2 in NFC North)
The Packers currently hold the second seed in the NFC, a promising position heading into the critical final stretch of the season.
Remaining Schedule
Looking ahead, Green Bay faces the NFL’s second-toughest schedule in the remaining weeks. Their challenges include:
- Two games against teams with winning records.
- Two divisional matchups, including a crucial rematch against the Bears.
- Games against playoff-contending AFC teams: the Denver Broncos and Baltimore Ravens.
NFC Playoff Picture
The current playoff landscape is as follows:
| Team | Record | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Rams | 10-3 | NFC West Leaders |
| Green Bay Packers | 9-3-1 | NFC North Leaders |
| Philadelphia Eagles | 8-4 | NFC East Leaders |
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 7-5 | NFC South Leaders |
| Seattle Seahawks | 10-3 | Wild Card #1 |
| Chicago Bears | 9-4 | Wild Card #2 |
| San Francisco 49ers | 9-4 | Wild Card #3 |
Teams in contention include the Detroit Lions (8-5), Carolina Panthers (7-6), and Dallas Cowboys (6-6-1). Notably, several teams have already been eliminated, including the Atlanta Falcons, Arizona Cardinals, and New York Giants.
As the Packers aim to secure their playoff spot and strive for a higher seed, upcoming matches will be pivotal for their success in the postseason. With the right performances, Green Bay could capitalize on their current momentum and remain dominant in the NFC North.
