Packers Hold Wild-Card Cushion as Week 9 Approaches

Chicago’s win over Seattle leaves Green Bay at 5–3 with a one-game cushion over nearby wild-card challengers; recent snapshots place the Packers fourth in the NFC North and in a wild-card spot. The upcoming New England game could affect the playoff picture, but simulator estimates and standings snapshots are not guarantees, and one playoff table contains apparent errors.