The NFC North is known for being a competitive division with intriguing rivalry matchups. During the 2019 season, the Green Bay Packers finished with a 13-3 record and won the division as a result.
There has been significant focus on the Packers’ decision to trade up in the first round to select former Utah State quarterback Jordan Love during the 2020 NFL Draft. Many are looking towards Aaron Rodgers’ future with the team as opposed to what they may accomplish next season.
It’s a bit strange to hear the emphasis placed on the future considering the Packers are a team coming off an appearance in the NFC Championship Game. They’re still a talented team regardless of their selections in the draft and even after losing some key players in free agency.
The Packers will be looking to build off the results they achieved during the first season of head coach Matt LaFleur’s tenure. They will need to do exactly that if they hope to achieve more than just a division title and winning a playoff game or two.
With that being said, there are four reasons the Packers should be considered the early favorites to win the NFC North in 2020.