Other matchups have certainly burned hot in the NFL due to quarterbacks (Brady-Manning), home proximity (Bengals-Browns), divisional standings (the entire NFC East) or just general dislike (Ravens-Steelers), but none match the history of the Bears-Packers matchup. The rivalry started in 1921, and since then the two teams have combined for many big games and big moments.
rivalry (ri·val·ry u02c8ru012b-vu0259l-ru0113) : a state or situation in which people or groups are competing with each other
The key word in the above definition of rivalry is “competing,” something that’s been sorely lacking in the games between the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers over the last 30 years.