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The Packers missed the playoffs the last two seasons, which led to a coaching change this offseason and questions about how quarterback Aaron Rodgers would fare under new management.

There have been bumps in the road, but the Packers have navigated them well enough to be 9-3 entering the final stretch of the regular season. That gives them a good chance to win the NFC North and, should teams ahead of them stumble, perhaps even land a bye through the first round.

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