The Green Bay Packers faced a challenging season in which they consistently struggled against the NFL’s elite teams, failing to secure victories in any of their six matchups against teams that finished with a record of 11-6 or better. This included a disappointing conclusion to their season with a 22-10 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in the wild-card playoffs.
Rookie safety Javon Bullard reflected on the team’s struggles, emphasizing that they cannot be seen as an elite team without wins against top competitors. Although Green Bay dominated weaker opponents, highlighted by a decisive 34-0 victory over the New Orleans Saints that secured a playoff spot, they faltered in critical moments—losing their last two regular-season games against the Minnesota Vikings and the Chicago Bears. Tight end Tucker Kraft noted the team’s inability to finish strong, expressing a collective understanding that they needed to capitalize on opportunities.
This season also marked another learning phase for the Packers, who boast the youngest roster in the league for the second consecutive year. Despite ending with an 11-7 record, the team struggled particularly against the Eagles, Detroit Lions, and Minnesota Vikings, often trailing early. Coach Matt LaFleur acknowledged the need for reflection during the offseason, given the team’s slow starts against formidable opponents.
Quarterback Jordan Love’s season was characterized by inconsistency; he missed two games due to a knee injury and completed 63.1% of his passes for 3,389 yards, with a total of 25 touchdowns and 11 interceptions. During the playoffs, he faced challenges while working with a depleted receiving corps due to injuries.
As the offseason approaches, another area of focus for the Packers will be the emergence of a top receiver to support Love. Rookie Jayden Reed led the team in receptions and yards but struggled to maintain performance in the latter part of the season, while the timeline for Christian Watson’s return from injury remains uncertain.
On defense, the Packers showed improvement under new coordinator Jeff Hafley, ranking fifth in total defense and eighth in scoring defense. Rookie players such as Edgerrin Cooper and Evan Williams made notable contributions, indicating a promising future for the squad. Bullard expressed confidence in their development, stating they would evolve into a “dangerous” group.
As the Packers gear up for the 2025 draft, they aim to replicate last year’s success in the free-agent market and continue building their roster. Pending free agents like center Josh Myers and linebacker Isaiah McDuffie, along with the uncertain status of cornerback Jaire Alexander, will be crucial conversations as the team looks to strengthen its competitiveness in future seasons.
Overall, while the 2024 season presented challenges, it also laid the foundation for future growth, and Packers fans can remain hopeful for improvements as the young team matures and refines its strategy.