In 1988, George Michael was on top of the pop chart with the song “Faith.” Rain Man won the Academy Award, and the first Die Hard movie premiered. Kirk Gibson hit the famous home run as the Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series. And, 1988 was the last time the Washington Football Team won in Wisconsin against the Green Bay Packers.
| When | Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 8:15 p.m. ET |
| Where | Lambeau Field, Green Bay, Wisconsin |
| From: FanDuel – All information is subject to change from the publication date/time | Spread | Money | Total |
| Washington Commanders | +3.5 -108 | +160 | O 48.5 -105 |
| Green Bay Packers | -3.5 -112 | -190 | U 48.5 -115 |
Green Packers will win and cover the spread
History is interesting, but it really doesn’t matter in the NFL, especially for a team that does not play in Green Bay that often. Picking the Green Bay Packers to win has to do with the 2025 version of the Packers and the fact that the game is on Thursday.
The Green Bay defense: While Washington racked up 220 rushing yards against the Giants, the Lions only managed 50 on the ground against the Packers. Something has to give, and the thought here is that they will remain solid against the Commanders. Part of the reasoning here is that Micah Parsons barely had time to unpack last week before his first game on a new team. Just think how good he will be now that he has had time to rent a small ranch-style house on a tree-lined street a few blocks from the stadium and can hang out with neighbors eating brats after practice.
The Packers head coach: With a quick turnaround from Sunday to Thursday, coaching is key. It is not about the prep this week, because it is so short. It is about the team that can take all the prep from the previous weeks and apply it to game day. Since Matt LaFleur is 16-3 against the spread in the first three weeks of the season since he became coach, we are putting our money on him having the better-prepared team.
Key Matchup notes that favor the Packers:
- Packers’ dominant Week 1 performance against Detroit showcased Jordan Love’s efficiency (16-22, 188 yards, 2 TDs) and a defense that held the Lions to under 50 rushing yards
- Micah Parsons’ Packers debut created an immediate impact with one sack and constant pressure despite limited snaps
- Josh Jacobs’ arrival in Green Bay provided 66 rushing yards and a crucial touchdown against Detroit
- Rashan Gary’s pass rush generated 1.5 sacks and three quarterback hits in the season opener
Key Matchup Points that give the Commanders a chance
- Commanders’ rushing explosion produced 220 yards on 32 carries (6.9 per carry) against the Giants, with two ground touchdowns, but now go against the Packers’ defense
- Jayden Daniels’ dual-threat ability adds complexity with 68 rushing yards and 233 passing yards in Week 1
Final thoughts – Green Bay and over 48.5
The short week and playing at home favor the Green Bay Packers.
Prediction: The Green Bay Packers will cover the spread and pick over 48.5 in a high-scoring game.
