The Green Bay Packers are 6-2, entering a pivotal midseason showdown with the Detroit Lions and are just one week away from getting a chance to heal up during the Week 10 bye.
So, where do the Packers stand as contenders at this point in the 2024 season?
It’s tough to know, to be honest. A ton of different factors have combined to create a somewhat messy first half of the season, and it’s a credit to Matt LaFleur and his team for navigating their way to a 6-2 start.
The Packers lost in Brazil on a slippery field, played two games without starting quarterback Jordan Love, lost a division game at home in Love’s first game back from injury and have since ripped off four straight wins, although Love is now dealing with a new groin injury.