In a historic night for the Green Bay Packers, they achieved their first shutout of the NFL season with a 34-0 victory over the New Orleans Saints, clinching a playoff berth for the second consecutive year. However, the game was marred by a knee injury to wide receiver Christian Watson, who was hurt during a play but managed to return briefly before leaving for good. Despite Watson's injury, the Packers celebrated a significant win, while the Saints continued to struggle under interim coach Darren Rizzi.
- The Packers secured their first shutout of the season and clinched a playoff spot.
- Christian Watson's knee injury raises concerns for the team's future games.
- The Saints continue to struggle, having been shut out for only the second time since 2002.
Christian Watson | WR
Injury
Week 16
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2 carries
23 rush yards
0- Sustained a knee injury during the game but returned briefly before leaving.
- Did not record any receptions but had two rushes for 23 yards.
Josh Jacobs | RB
Week 16
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69 rush yards
1 rush TDs
- Rushed for 69 yards and a touchdown in the game.
- Expressed satisfaction with the team's playoff berth.
Spencer Rattler | QB
Week 16
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- Started in place of the injured Derek Carr.
- Faced a tough defense and could not lead the team to score.
Green Bay Packers
- Achieved their first shutout since 2021.
- Clinched a playoff berth with two games remaining.
New Orleans Saints
- Shut out for only the second time since 2002.
- Struggling under interim coach Darren Rizzi, with a seven-game losing streak.
Christian Watson | WR
Injury
Week 16
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2 carries
23 rush yards
0- Suffered a knee injury during the game but returned briefly.
- Did not record any catches but had two rushes for 23 yards.
Josh Jacobs | RB
Week 16
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69 rush yards
1 rush TDs
- Rushed for 69 yards and a touchdown in the victory.
- Expressed satisfaction with reaching the playoffs.
Spencer Rattler | QB
Week 16
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- Started at quarterback in place of the injured Derek Carr.
- Faced a tough defense and struggled to find success.
Green Bay Packers
- Achieved their first shutout since 2021.
- Clinched a playoff berth with two games remaining.
New Orleans Saints
- Shut out for only the second time since 2002.
- Struggled under interim coach Darren Rizzi with a seven-game losing streak.