The results of games earlier in Week 17 provided a clear path for the Green Bay Packers entering Sunday night’s primetime battle against the Minnesota Vikings.
If the Packers win at U.S. Bank Stadium, a victory over the Chicago Bears next Sunday at Lambeau Field will clinch a playoff spot as a wildcard team in the NFC.
If the Packers lose, they will be officially eliminated from playoff contention entering Week 18.
It’s that simple at this point. Winning is the only reasonable path forward.
Matt LaFleur’s team got some help earlier Sunday.