For the first time in nearly a decade, the Green Bay Packers are gearing up for consecutive Thursday matchups. Just like in 2015, their opponent is the Detroit Lions.
The Iconic Play
In 2015, the Packers delivered one of the most unforgettable finishes in team history. Trailing the Lions 23-21 with no time left, a controversial facemask penalty set the stage for an untimed down. Aaron Rodgers launched a 61-yard Hail Mary, and tight end Richard Rodgers leaped to secure the game-winning touchdown in the end zone.
“I felt good about throwing it from the 40,” Aaron Rodgers recalled. “It was all about creating time and finding space for the throw.”
The Impact
The victory jumpstarted a three-game winning streak, propelling the Packers to the playoffs. While their postseason ended in a loss to Arizona, the Ford Field Hail Mary remains a cherished moment in Packers history.
Looking Ahead
Now, as the Packers face the Lions again under similar circumstances, fans are eager to see if history will repeat itself. Will another legendary moment unfold?
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