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Packers Gear Up for Bears Showdown: Ultimate Guide for Cheeseheads Ahead of Week 14

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Packers Gear Up for Bears Showdown: Ultimate Guide for Cheeseheads Ahead of Week 14

Green Bay, WI – Packers fans, the Frozen Tundra is calling! With an 8-3 record and a shot at reclaiming the NFC North lead, our Green Bay Packers are set to host the Chicago Bears (9-3) in a classic rivalry clash at Lambeau Field. This Week 14 battle could swing the division – a win boosts our playoff odds to nearly 67%! Though the Bears lead the series standings now, history favors us with 16 of the last 18 wins. Let's dive into all the details you need to cheer on the Pack, from game time to tickets, streams, lineups, injuries, and odds.

Date, Time, and Stadium

Kickoff is on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 3:25 PM CT (4:25 PM ET). The venue? Iconic Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, with its 81,000-seat capacity ready to rock with Cheesehead energy. Expect frigid temps around 13-16°F with possible light snow – classic Lambeau weather that plays to our home-field advantage!

Ticket Prices and How to Buy

If you're itching to experience the rivalry live amid the cold and camaraderie, tickets are still available, but they're moving fast for this heated matchup. Prices start as low as $165 on TickPick, with averages around $229 on Vivid Seats. On SeatGeek, expect entry-level seats from $262 (Row 8), while premium spots like Row 1 can hit $1,000+. StubHub lists tickets from $185.88, and USA Today notes lower-level seating starting at $339.

How to grab yours:

  • Official Packers Site: Visit packers.com/tickets for single-game tickets, including parking and VIP options – the best for authentic Pack gear bundles.
  • Ticketmaster: The NFL's go-to, with tickets for this game listed directly – easy app purchases starting around $200+.
  • Vivid Seats, SeatGeek, StubHub, TickPick, SeatPick: Top resale sites with no-hidden-fee guarantees, promo codes, and mobile entry. Vivid Seats and SeatGeek often have the lowest prices with buyer protections.Pro tip: Check for last-minute deals on December 5 or 6, but act quick – this NFC North thriller is a hot ticket!

Where to Watch on TV and Online

Can't brave the cold? Catch every snap from home. The game airs on FOX in local markets like Green Bay and Chicago.

Streaming options:

  • NFL+: Live mobile streaming for out-of-market fans, starting at $6.99/month.
  • FuboTV, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV: Full cable replacements with FOX included, from $70/month – perfect for cord-cutters.
  • FOXSports.com or App: Free with cable login for in-market viewers. Radio: Tune into 97.3 The Game for Packers play-by-play. Post-game highlights on NFL.com, ESPN, or YouTube.

Projected Starting Lineups

Based on the latest depth charts, previews, and injury reports, here's what to expect on the field. The Packers' offense is firing on all cylinders with Jordan Love at the helm, while the Bears rely on rookie Caleb Williams – but our pass rush could make his day tough.

Green Bay Packers (Offense):

  • QB: Jordan Love
  • RB: Josh Jacobs (or MarShawn Lloyd if needed)
  • WR: Jayden Reed (WR1), Christian Watson, Dontayvion Wicks
  • TE: Tucker Kraft
  • OL: LT Rasheed Walker, LG Elgton Jenkins, C Josh Myers, RG Sean Rhyan, RT Zach Tom

Defense: DE Lukas Van Ness, DT Devonte Wyatt, LB Quay Walker, CB Jaire Alexander, S Xavier McKinney.

Chicago Bears (Offense):

  • QB: Caleb Williams
  • RB: D'Andre Swift (or Kyle Monangai if Swift sits)
  • WR: DJ Moore, Rome Odunze, Keenan Allen
  • TE: Cole Kmet
  • OL: LT Braxton Jones, LG Teven Jenkins, C Coleman Shelton, RG Matt Pryor, RT Darnell Wright

Defense: DE Montez Sweat, DT Gervon Dexter, LB T.J. Edwards, CB Jaylon Johnson, S Kevin Byard.

Key matchups: Our DL vs. Bears' OL (expect sacks galore), and Love exploiting Chicago's secondary if Reed and Watson are healthy.

Injury Updates

The final injury report as of December 5, 2025, shows both teams banged up, but the Packers are trending positive with key players practicing. Javon Bullard is a concern after downgrading to DNP, while the Bears miss Rome Odunze and others.

Packers:

  • QB Jordan Love: Full (left shoulder) – Good to go.
  • RB Josh Jacobs: Limited (knee) – Expected to start.
  • WR Jayden Reed: Limited (foot).
  • LB Quay Walker: Full (neck) – Back in action.
  • S Javon Bullard: DNP (ankle) – Downgraded, monitor closely.
  • DL Lukas Van Ness: DNP (foot).
  • Others limited: DL Collin Oliver (hamstring), WR Dontayvion Wicks (ankle), LB Edgerrin Cooper (shoulder), etc.

Bears:

  • WR Rome Odunze: DNP (foot) – Big loss if out.
  • RB Kyle Monangai: DNP (ankle).
  • LB Ruben Hyppolite II: DNP (shoulder).
  • CB Tyrique Stevenson: DNP (hip).
  • Full participants: DL Andrew Billings (concussion), CB Jaylon Johnson (groin), etc.

Check packers.com for Friday's final report.

Betting Odds

The odds favor the Pack at home, reflecting our 5-1 recent streak and Bears' road struggles. As of December 5, 2025, from OddsShark, ESPN, and others:

  • Spread: Packers -6.5 (win by 7+ points).
  • Moneyline: Packers -340 (bet $340 to win $100); Bears +270 (bet $100 to win $270).
  • Over/Under: 44.5 total points.

Expert consensus: Packers win 27-20, but Bears could cover if they force turnovers. Gamble responsibly, Cheeseheads!

Packers Nation, this is our time to roar! Whether at Lambeau or from your couch, let's make the Bears regret crossing the border. Follow updates on packers.com or the NFL app. Go Pack Go!

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