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Green Bay Packers excel on third downs despite playoff exit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 10:52 PM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Green Bay Packers excel on third downs despite playoff exit

Summary

The Green Bay Packers demonstrated effective third-down performance during the 2025 NFL season. They averaged 6.4 yards to go on third-down plays, ranking fourth in the league. The Packers converted 48.8% of their third downs, finishing behind only the San Francisco 49ers. Despite these advantages, the team ended the season with a 9-7-1 record and lost to the Chicago Bears in the playoffs. Moving forward, the Packers aim to convert short-yardage situations into touchdowns more efficiently.

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By the Numbers

•Packers averaged 6.4 yards to go on third downs, ranking fourth in NFL.
•Green Bay converted 48.8% of third downs, second overall.
•Team scored 391 points for an average of 23.0 points per game.
•Packers lost 31-27 to the Bears in the playoffs after another early exit.
•Offensive struggles were evident in goal-line situations.

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The Green Bay Packers spent much of last season making third down easier than it looked.According to analytics expert Warren Sharp, Green Bay ranked fourth in the NFL with an average of 6.4 yards to go on third down.The Packers finished behind the Los Angeles Rams and Buffalo Bills, while matching the San Francisco 49ers […] The post Green Bay Packers Quietly Built One of NFL’s Best Advantages appeared first on HEAVY.
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