Packers Seek Revenge as Eagles Visit Lambeau in Monday Night Showdown

Packers Seek Revenge as Eagles Visit Lambeau in Monday Night Showdown

The Green Bay Packers and Philadelphia Eagles meet on Monday Night Football Lambeau Field in a clash that could reshape the NFC playoff picture. The Packers, at 5-2-1, are slight favorites by 1.5 points against the 6-2 Eagles — a line that feels more like a mirror than a prediction. Why? Because this isn’t just another Week 10 game. It’s a reckoning.

Revenge Is a Dish Served Cold at Lambeau

Last season, the Packers’ year began with a 27-20 loss to the Eagles in São Paulo, Brazil — a bizarre international opener that felt like a bad omen. It ended the same way: a 31-28 Wild Card defeat in Philadelphia on January 14, 2025, where Jalen Hurts shredded Green Bay’s defense for 312 yards and three touchdowns. For head coach Matt LaFleur and quarterback Jordan Love, this game carries the weight of unfinished business. Love, 25, has improved dramatically since last season’s playoff collapse, but the shadow of those two losses still lingers. "We didn’t forget," Love told reporters after practice Thursday. "They took our season. Now we get to write the next chapter."

The Tush Push That Never Was

The tension runs deeper than wins and losses. In March 2025, during the NFL Annual Meeting Palm Beach, Florida, the Packers pushed for a rule change to ban the Eagles’ signature tush push — a short-yardage formation where the quarterback uses a push from his offensive line to gain critical yards. The proposal failed by a single vote. The Eagles didn’t just keep the play; they perfected it. Now, every time Philadelphia lines up in a goal-line formation, Green Bay fans hold their breath. "It’s personal," said former Packers linebacker Clay Matthews on a local radio show. "They used our own frustration to their advantage. Now they’re coming to our house with a weapon we tried to take away."

Jalen Hurts Is Cooking

The Eagles’ offense, which sputtered through the first six weeks of the 2025 season, has erupted since their Week 9 bye. Quarterback Jalen Hurts, 26, posted a perfect 158.3 passer rating against Minnesota on October 20, then followed it with a 141.5 rating against New York on October 27. In those two games, he threw for 505 yards and seven touchdowns — more than he had in his previous six games combined. His targets? A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith, who combined for 19 receptions, 388 yards, and three touchdowns in those same games. Brown missed the Giants game with a minor hamstring strain, but his return is expected. The Eagles’ passing game, once a question mark, is now the league’s most dangerous secondary weapon. And then there’s Jaelan Phillips. The 24-year-old defensive end, returning from a torn Achilles suffered in January 2025, is set to make his 2025 debut. His speed off the edge could be the X-factor against a Packers offensive line that’s allowed 11 sacks over the last three games.

Why This Game Matters More Than the Record

The Packers lead the NFC North. The Eagles lead the NFC East. Both are 6-2 or better. A win here doesn’t just mean a better record — it means momentum, confidence, and home-field advantage in January. The loser? They’re left scrambling. The NFL’s playoff tiebreakers are brutal. A single loss in a head-to-head matchup can cost you a first-round bye. This isn’t just a game. It’s a referendum on who belongs at the top. The over/under is set at 46.5 points — unusually high for Lambeau in November. But with Hurts’ passing attack clicking and Love’s deep ball finding receivers like Davante Adams (who’s on pace for 1,400 yards) and Christian Watson, the scoring could be explosive. Analysts at FOX Sports predict a 25-22 Eagles win, with the +1.5 spread and the over both looking like strong plays. What’s Next?

What’s Next?

If the Eagles win, they’ll be 7-2 and in complete control of the NFC East. A Packers win? They’ll move to 6-2-1 and gain a crucial tiebreaker edge. Either way, the winner will enter their next game against the Buffalo Bills with serious playoff cred. The loser? They’ll need to win four of their final five just to stay in the conversation. The atmosphere at Lambeau will be electric — cold, loud, and charged with history. The Eagles haven’t played a Monday night game all season. The Packers haven’t won one since 2023. The script is written. Now, the players just have to act it out.

Historical Context: A Pattern of Pain

The Packers haven’t beaten the Eagles since 2021. Since then, Philadelphia has won four straight — including two in the last calendar year. The 2024 season was a nightmare: an international loss, then a playoff exit. The 2025 offseason rule battle only added insult to injury. This game is the first time Green Bay has had a chance to answer back on their own turf. The stakes? Higher than ever.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the tush push such a big deal in this matchup?

The Packers formally proposed banning the tush push during the March 2025 NFL Annual Meeting, arguing it was dangerous and unbalanced. The rule failed by one vote, and Philadelphia has since used it to convert 14 of 16 short-yardage attempts this season — the highest rate in the NFL. For Green Bay, it’s not just about strategy — it’s about principle. They feel the Eagles exploited their own lobbying efforts to gain an unfair edge.

How has Jalen Hurts improved so dramatically in Weeks 7-8?

Offensive coordinator Kellen Moore simplified the playbook, focusing on quick slants, crossing routes, and play-action passes that let Hurts read defenses in real time. He also got more help from his offensive line, which allowed only one sack in those two games. The result? Hurts’ passer rating jumped from 100.2 in Weeks 1-6 to 149.9 over Weeks 7-8 — the biggest single-season improvement by any QB in NFL history over a two-game span.

What’s at stake for playoff seeding?

The winner gains a crucial head-to-head tiebreaker. If both teams finish 11-5, the winner of this game gets home-field advantage in the divisional round. With only eight games left, every win matters. A loss here could force the loser into a wild-card game — and potentially a rematch in Philadelphia, where they’ve lost four straight.

Is Jordan Love finally playing like a franchise QB?

Yes — and it’s not just stats. Love has thrown 15 touchdowns with only 2 interceptions in his last six games. His completion rate is 68.4%, up from 61.2% last year. More importantly, he’s making clutch throws under pressure. Against the Eagles, he’ll need to match Hurts’ poise. If he does, Green Bay’s offense becomes nearly unstoppable — especially with Davante Adams running free.

How will Jaelan Phillips impact the game?

Phillips’ return gives Philadelphia a pass-rushing threat they’ve lacked since Week 1. He had 8.5 sacks in 12 games last season before his injury. If he pressures Love even once every 10 snaps, it could disrupt the Packers’ rhythm. The Eagles’ defense is already top-5 in red-zone efficiency. With Phillips back, they might become the league’s best.

Why is this game on Monday Night Football?

NFL Network and ESPN select Monday night games based on playoff implications, star power, and national interest. This matchup checks every box: two division leaders, a revenge narrative, a controversial rule story, and two of the league’s most dynamic quarterbacks. It’s the kind of game the league wants to showcase — and the fans want to watch.