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when their team has visited Seattle over the past decade. Unfortunately , another devastating loss was in store for the Packers last Thursday evening as they fell 27-24 to the Seahawks. With the defeat, Green Bay dropped to 4-5-1 and well behind the division-leading Chicago Bears in the divisional race. The Packers now enter a must-win situation this week on Sunday Night Football against Minnesota, who has not played well in prime time games in 2018. Green Bay may benefit from a condensed Vikings offensive playbook after too many bells-and-whistles last week.On a short week of preparation, the Bears will head to Detroit for the Lions’ annual Thanksgiving day of obligation. Although the Lions have won the last three meetings on the holiday, Chicago has the momentum while Detroit seems headed for another season in purgatory.An explanation of that description, as well as some Thanksgiving Lions-Bears history, in today’s NFC North recap.Detroit Lions (4-6)Won 20-19 vs. Carolina; Next vs. ChicagoThe Detroit Lions Are Stuck In The NFL’s Weirdest PurgatoryIn four of the past five seasons, the Lions have either finished 9-7 or 7-9 , preventing them from a top playoff seed or a top draft pick. They seem destined for a similar finish this season.Detroit Lions stock watch: Tracy Walker needs more playing timeWhile one secondary performer stepped up at safety, a once-promising second-year cornerback may have already played himself out of a job.Why do the Lions always play on Thanksgiving?A little history on the tradition and its most notable games in this link, as well as all your TV viewing information for this Thursday’s first NFL game of the day.Chicago Bears (7-3)Won 25-20 vs. Minnesota; Next at DetroitBears prove they’re back, assume control of NFC NorthMitchell Trubisky outplayed Kirk Cousins, the Bears’ defense forced three turnovers, and Matt Nagy brought effective offensive innovation in Chicago’s statement win over Minnesota.Bears, Matt Nagy have quick turnaround with Thursday day gameDespite an enormous victory over the Vikings, the Bears are victims this week of a scheduling nightmare on short rest.Lions should be just Bear-ly thankful for Chicago’s Turkey Day visitIt will be the Bears’ 17th visit to Detroit on Thanksgiving. Here is a breakdown of the 11 matchups since World War II.Minnesota Vikings (5-4-1)Lost 25-20 at Chicago; Next vs. Green BayMike Zimmer: Too much ‘volume’ in Vikings’ offensive playbookIn the team’s third prime time loss of the season , Minnesota may have gotten too flashy on offense. Zimmer wants to execute the basics better this week.The Minnesota Vikings have the best safety in the NFLAt least according to Pro Football Focus. But it’s neither Harrison Smith, nor George Iloka.Early Look: Vikings vs. PackersHere is the skinny on each team from all sides of the ball ahead of next Sunday’s evening meeting. The Green Bay Packers take their first steps in the post-Mike McCarthy era this week, and they set up for a winnable game at home against another struggling team this Sunday afternoon.The Atlanta Falcons come into town mired in a slump, losing each of their last four games to fall to 4-8. That streak came after winning three in a row to reach .500, which followed a three-game losing streak early in the year. Clearly, it has been a season of tough challenges for the Falcons, who had won double-digit games each of the past two seasons.In 2016, the Falcons had an exceptional offense that carried them to the Super Bowl. Last season , a resurgent defense helped drive the Falcons to a playoff win, as they defeated the Los Angeles Rams in the Wild Card round. This year, however, the defense has gone back in the tank while the offense remains an average unit, which has led to a poor record despite a few close losses.For Packers fans around the Midwest, you are largely in luck; local FOX stations in the region (except for Ohio) will broadcast this game.Tune in on Sunday afternoon and get ready with our Game Primer.WHO?Atlanta Falcons (4-8) vs. Green Bay Packers (4-7-1)WHERE?Lambeau FieldGreen Bay, WisconsinWHEN?Sunday, December 9th , 201812:00 Noon Central Time (1:00 PM Eastern)HOW?TV BroadcastPackers-Falcons in red506sports.comFOX regional broadcastCommentators: Kevin Burkhardt, Charles DavisRadio BroadcastPackers Radio NetworkSirius 83; XM 225ANYTHING ELSE?OddsPackers favored by 5 pointsOver/under total: 50.5Last MeetingsRegular season: Week 2, 2017 — @Falcons 34, Packers 23Playoffs: 2016 NFC Championship — @Falcons 44, Packers 21All-time head-to-head recordRegular season: Packers lead 15-14-0Postseason: Tied 2-2

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