Chicago
Bears
0-0
34
FINAL
38
Green Bay
Packers
0-0
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 10d ago
In a thrilling season opener, the Green Bay Packers narrowly defeated the Chicago Bears with a final score of 38-34. Both teams came into this matchup looking to set the tone for the 2028 season, but it was the Packers who emerged victorious in a high-scoring affair that showcased offensive fireworks. Leading the charge for Green Bay was quarterback Jordan Love, who put on a spectacular performance with 426 passing yards and four touchdown passes. His connection with receiver Matthew Golden was particularly impressive, as Golden racked up 203 receiving yards, making crucial catches that kept the chains moving and the offense in rhythm. On the other side, Chicago's Hollywood Smothers had a standout day on the ground, rushing for 217 yards and keeping the Bears competitive in this shootout. Defensively, the Bears struggled to contain the Packers' explosive offense, though Jevon Holland did manage to contribute with four tackles and an interception. The game's turning point came late in the fourth quarter when Love orchestrated a crucial drive, culminating in a touchdown that put the Packers ahead for good. With both teams showcasing their offensive talent, it was Green Bay's timely plays and defensive stops that ultimately sealed the win.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
Jordan LoveQB281657%42641126.4
Darian MensahQB432967%40751126.7
Zavion ThomasWR01—000—
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Hollywood SmothersHB1621713.6183620
TreVeyon HendersonHB14926.6151320
Braylon StaleyWR11414.0—0140
Jordan LoveQB166.01060
Josh JacobsHB000.0—000
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Matthew GoldenWR720329.0693720
Christian WatsonWR513527.0361640
Zavion ThomasWR36220.7200410
Nick McClellanTE15050.060500
Hollywood SmothersHB23517.5350290
TreVeyon HendersonHB22211.040170
Braylon StaleyWR11616.0180160
Rome OdunzeWR11010.040100
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Will ReichardK22447
Cairo SantosK0000
Trey SmackK11562