Green Bay Packers quarterback Malik Willis is set to take the field in a crucial matchup against the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday night, December 20, 2025, at Soldier Field in Chicago. This game holds significant implications for the Pittsburgh Steelers, who require a Packers victory to secure a playoff berth one day ahead of schedule.
Jordan Love, the expected starter for the Packers, has been unable to clear concussion protocol after being limited in practice over the past three days, paving the way for Willis to step into the starting role. Although Willis faced his own challenges with a right shoulder injury and illness, the team’s decision not to promote third-string quarterback Clayton Tune from the practice squad indicates confidence in Willis’s ability to lead the offense.
Adding intrigue to the game, Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is doubtful due to a serious back contusion, likely turning the starting responsibilities over to Snoop Huntley. If the Ravens fall to the Packers, it would not only benefit Green Bay, but also allow the Steelers to clinch a playoff spot along with the AFC North division title. This outcome would render the Steelers’ upcoming games against the Cleveland Browns and the Ravens next week less consequential.
While the Steelers still have a slim chance of securing the three seed in the playoffs, it would require multiple favorable outcomes. As the teams prepare for this pivotal contest, fans and players alike are eager to see whether the Packers can deliver a win and impact the playoff picture in the AFC. The situation remains tense, but it also offers an opportunity for teams to showcase their depth and resilience.