TV/Online Streaming Odds & More It’s almost here. The start of the Green Bay Packers’ 2018 season — the franchise’s 100th year of football — and the push for Super Bowl LIII begins this weekend. And how else would such a momentous year begin than with a game against the team’s oldest rival?That’s just what we have
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http://www.thepackersfootballauthentic.com/mason-crosby-jersey-authentic , and Thursday night again in 2011, with the last non-night game coming in week 17 of the 2010 season.Leading the storylines in this game are the massive new contracts signed by Aaron Rodgers, which made him the highest-paid player in NFL history, and newly-acquired Bears edge rusher Khalil Mack, who became the highest-paid defensive player in league history. Count on those numbers coming up early and often in the game broadcast.With the game on the horizon, here’s a look at how and when to get tuned in for Sunday’s opener.WHOChicago Bears (0-0) and Green Bay Packers (0-0)WHERELambeau FieldGreen Bay, WisconsinWHENSunday, September 9, 20187:20 PM Central TimeHOWTV Broadcast: NBC (national broadcast)Commentators: Al Michaels
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Youth Jaire Alexander Jersey , with second-round pick Derrius Guice tearing his ACL and Adrian Peterson joining the rotation. How has the running game looked thus far, and how do you expect Washington will divide the workload against the Packers?APC: Washington has gotten off to a strong start defensively, coming in fourth against the pass by DVOA and eighth overall. Are those rankings merely a reflection of the competition Washington has played (Cardinals and Colts), or is the defense going to carry the team this season?APC: If you were game planning against Washington this week, how would you attack the team on offense? On defense?APC: Finally, it’s prediction time. Which team wins on Sunday and why?We’d like to thank Ken and Hogs Haven for answering our questions. Be sure to check out our Q&A session over there, as well as their fantastic coverage of all things Washington. As always, keep your internet machines tuned to Acme Packing Company this Sunday for our comprehensive game-day coverage of Packers vs. Washington.