Top contenders in the NFC will clash as the Washington Commanders face the Green Bay Packers in a Thursday Night Football matchup. Washington previously defeated the New York Giants 21-6 on Sunday, while the Green Bay Packers triumphed over the Detroit Lions 27-13. The Commanders have a record of 1-0 following last season’s impressive performance of 12-5, ranking second in the NFC East. Conversely, the Packers also stand at 1-0 and finished third in the NFC North with an 11-6 record.
Kickoff from Lambeau Field in Green Bay is scheduled for 8:15 p.m. ET. Green Bay leads the all-time series 22-17-1 and comes into this matchup as a 3.5-point favorite with an over/under set at 48.5 total points. Notably, the Packers have performed consistently on their home turf with a 7-3 record since last year.
Odds Overview
- Packers vs. Commanders spread: Green Bay -3.5
- Over/Under: 48.5 points
- Money Line: Green Bay -179, Washington +149
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Player Highlights
Green Bay’s quarterback Jordan Love is making waves this season. In last week’s match, he completed 16 of 22 passes (72.7%) for 188 yards and two touchdowns, boasting an impressive quarterback rating of 128.6. He has a solid career record, showcasing his capacity to lead.
Josh Jacobs, the Packers’ running back, also made an impact with a solid finish in his last game, totaling 66 yards with a game-clinching touchdown.
On the flip side, Jayden Daniels, the second-year quarterback for the Commanders, is looking to capitalize on a promising start. Completing 19 of 30 passes for 233 yards, he also added 68 rushing yards against the Giants last week.
Lastly, running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt led the Commanders’ rushing attack with 82 yards and a touchdown, asserting himself after being a standout in preseason.
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