Packers Crush Bears’ Perfect Start in Lambeau Showdown

GREEN BAY, WI — The Green Bay Packers dominated in all phases of the game to hand the Chicago Bears their first loss of the season, securing a 27-7 victory at Lambeau Field. Quarterback Jordan Love and kicker Eddy Pineiro spearheaded the Packers’ effort as they controlled the tempo and neutralized Chicago’s offense throughout the contest.

Game Recap

The Bears’ offense struggled to establish any rhythm, and the Packers capitalized on their opportunities early. Eddy Pineiro opened the scoring with a booming 52-yard field goal in the first quarter to give Green Bay a 3-0 lead.

The Packers extended their advantage in the second quarter. Love orchestrated a clinical drive capped off by a 2-yard touchdown pass to Jayden Reed. Pineiro added another field goal from 21 yards, sending Green Bay into halftime with a commanding 13-0 lead.

Chicago showed signs of life in the third quarter as quarterback Caleb Williams found rookie wide receiver Rome Odunze for a 12-yard touchdown, cutting the deficit to 13-7. However, the Packers quickly responded. Love hit Luke Musgrave for a 1-yard touchdown, followed by a successful two-point conversion from Josh Jacobs.

Pineiro sealed the game in the fourth quarter, adding his third and fourth field goals from 37 and 49 yards, respectively. Chicago’s offense faltered late, and they were unable to overcome the relentless Green Bay defense.

Key Stats

Jordan Love had a standout performance, completing 18 of 26 passes for 262 yards, two touchdowns, and no turnovers. Wide receiver Romeo Doubs torched the Bears’ secondary, finishing with five receptions for 133 yards, including a 55-yard catch. Jayden Reed added 55 yards and a touchdown, while Luke Musgrave contributed 15 yards and a score.

Josh Jacobs led the Packers’ ground game with 63 yards on 23 carries. Kicker Eddy Pineiro was perfect, hitting all four of his field goals, including a long of 52 yards.

For Chicago, Caleb Williams completed 17 of 36 passes for 219 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. Rome Odunze was the lone bright spot offensively, catching seven passes for 111 yards and a touchdown. The Bears’ ground game sputtered, with Kenneth Gainwell managing just 23 yards on 10 carries.

Defensively, Rashan Gary led the Packers with one sack, while linebacker Quay Walker grabbed a key interception. For Chicago, rookie cornerback Tyrique Stevenson recorded the team’s only sack.

Up Next

The Bears (2-1) will look to bounce back next week as they return home to host the Detroit Lions. Meanwhile, the Packers (2-1) remain at Lambeau Field for a marquee matchup against the Cleveland Browns.