Packers open with victory over Lions in Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season

The Green Bay Packers kicked off the 2025 NFL season with a convincing victory over the Detroit Lions , winning 27-13 at Ford Field.

Jordan Love led the offense with two touchdown passes and 188 yards , while newcomer Micah Parsons debuted with a catch that made a difference in the defensive pressure.

Running back Josh Jacobs sealed the game with a 3-yard run in the fourth quarter, making it clear that Green Bay 's prospects are looking to compete immediately for the NFC North.

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The Packers ' defense proved impenetrable, limiting Jared Goff to a single touchdown pass in the final seconds to rookie Isaac TeSlaa .

The team also took advantage of a Jayden Reed punt return and an Evan Williams interception to control the pace of the game.

Detroit , which came in as one of the divisional favorites, was outpaced in intensity and production, totaling just 246 yards on the entire night.

This win not only represents a positive start for Green Bay , but also sends a clear message to the division: the combination of Jordan Love with the defensive talent of Parsons could be one of the most dangerous formulas of the campaign.

For Detroit , the loss forces them to rethink adjustments on offense if they want to maintain their contender status.

Other results from Week 1

In a day marked by dramatic closes, the 49ers defeated the Seahawks 17-13 thanks to an unexpected touchdown by tight end Jake Tonges in the final two minutes.

The Broncos also got off to a good start by beating the Titans 20-12 , supported by a dominant defense that sealed the victory with a decisive strip-sack .

Ultimately, the Rams outlasted the Texans 14-9 in a close game, with Matthew Stafford reaching his career high of 60,000 passing yards .