Packers Start Season Strong with 27-18 Victory Over Commanders
The Green Bay Packers are off to a resounding start in the NFL season, with a 27-18 win over the Washington Commanders on Thursday night. Jordan Love led the team to victory with 292 yards in passing and two touchdowns, while tight end Tucker Kraft caught a career-high 124 yards. The Packers' defense also played a crucial role, pressuring Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels throughout the game and limiting Washington's offense.
Key Takeaways:
- The Packers are 2-0 for the first time since 2020, with wins over playoff teams from last season.
- Jordan Love went 19 of 31 in the game, leading an offense that was playing without injured linemen Zach Tom and Aaron Banks.
- Tight end Tucker Kraft caught six passes for a career-high 124 yards, helping the Packers build a 14-3 halftime lead.
- The Packers' defense pressured Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels, sacking him four times and limiting Washington's offense to just 11 yards in the first quarter.
- The Commanders suffered a costly defeat, with running back Brian Robinson Jr. injured in the fourth quarter and defensive end Deatrich Wise Jr. carted off the field with a quadriceps injury.
- The Packers have won their last seven home matchups with the Commanders, with Washington's last win on the road coming in 1988.
Statistics:
- Jordan Love: 19 of 31, 292 yards, 2 touchdowns
- Tucker Kraft: 6 catches, 124 yards, career-high
- Packers' defense: 4 sacks, 3 hurries, 11 yards allowed in first quarter
- Commanders' offense: 200 yards, 2 touchdowns, 4 sacks
Sources:
- AP NFL (Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)
- Packers coach Matt LaFleur
- Commanders coach Dan Quinn
- Washington Times