The Green Bay Packers’ schedule for the 2024 season was released Wednesday night, revealing some interesting matchups and challenges for the team. One highlight is the Thanksgiving game against the Miami Dolphins, marking only the third time in team history that the Packers will play a home game on the holiday. This tradition dates back to 1923 when Green Bay defeated the Hammond Pros, with another game played in 2015 against the Chicago Bears.
Another notable feature of the Packers’ schedule is the significant travel involved in their Week 1 game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Brazil. The team will travel roughly 11,000 miles round trip for this matchup, but they get a Week 2 home game against the Indianapolis Colts as a reprieve. Despite the travel challenges, the Packers will have the support of their home crowd to help kick off the season.
The Packers will face a tough schedule in 2024, with the highest strength of schedule in the NFC and the fourth-hardest in the league overall based on winning percentages from the previous year. Having to play against teams like the Browns, Ravens, and Steelers will test the Packers’ skills and determination throughout the season. This tough slate of opponents will provide a challenging road to the playoffs for Green Bay.
One of the toughest stretches for the Packers comes between Weeks 12-14 when they face three consecutive playoff teams from the previous season – the 49ers, Dolphins, and Lions – in just a 12-day window. This stretch will be a significant test for the team as they aim to secure a playoff spot. Additionally, the Packers have back-to-back road games in Weeks 14-15, traveling to Detroit and Seattle, which will require them to stay focused and resilient on the road.
In terms of game times, the Packers will have a mix of early and late starts throughout the season. Six of their first eight games will be noon starts, providing a consistent schedule to start the season. However, they will then have four straight night games between Weeks 13-16, which will test their ability to perform under the lights. The networks will be hoping that the Packers remain in playoff contention late in the year to draw in viewers for these primetime matchups.
Overall, the Green Bay Packers’ 2024 schedule presents a mix of challenges and opportunities for the team as they aim to make a playoff run. With tough opponents, significant travel, and a mix of game times, the Packers will need to stay focused and resilient throughout the season. Fans will be eagerly anticipating the matchups, especially the Thanksgiving game against the Dolphins, as the Packers look to build on their successes and make a push for the postseason.
