The Green Bay Packers are set to start 2024 with an unprecedented opening game abroad in Brazil. This is part of the National Football League’s continuing efforts to promote the league internationally — sometimes at the expense of a team’s schedule.
The Packers will face the Philadelphia Eagles at São Paulo’s Corinthians Arena, which is known for soccer. Green Bay will be the visiting team.
Historic Opener in Brazil
This game is not just a regular season opener but a cultural bridge, with over 35 million NFL fans in Brazil eagerly anticipating it. The game signifies the NFL’s commitment to growing its global audience, showcasing football talent in new markets. The Packers, with their storied history and wide fanbase, along with the Eagles, will bring the thrill of American football to South American fans in a live setting for the first time.
A Look Ahead: The Packers’ Opponents in 2024
The Packers will have the honor of having nine home games next season while only playing seven at the opposing teams’ stadium. That’s because the game in Brazil is technically their eighth “road game.” Six of the Packers games will be played within their division, half of which will be at Lambeau Field.
One of the biggest home games that will likely earn a prime-time slot will be a rematch with the San Francisco 49ers at the end of the 2024 schedule. During the Divisional Round, the 49ers rallied from behind to eliminate the Packers from the playoffs in Santa Clara.
The Packers will this time get the 49ers at Lambeau Field in what they hope will be a nationally televised game. The Packers will also have home games with an improving Houston Texans team, the New Orleans Saints, the Arizona Cardinals, the Indianapolis Colts, and the Miami Dolphins.
On the road, the Packers have a challenging schedule. They will have to travel to Jacksonville where there’s a strong possibility that the Jacksonville Jaguars NFL odds will be in their favor, especially if the Jaguars regain their 2022 form and it’s played early in the season in the steamy Florida heat.
The Packers will also have to go on the road to face the Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks, two teams coming off solid seasons. They will also travel to Nashville to play the revamped Tennessee Titans.
Anticipation for the Full Schedule Release
While the excitement builds around these games, fans and analysts alike are on the lookout for the full release of the 2024 schedule on May 9. This announcement will detail all opponents, dates, and times for the upcoming games, providing a complete picture of what the Packers and their fans can expect throughout the season.
Before that, though, teams are preparing for the 2024 NFL Draft beginning on April 27. Interested parties have begun taking part in NFL Draft betting as they try and wager on where certain college players will land.
The 2024 NFL season for the Green Bay Packers promises a blend of tradition and novelty. Starting with an unprecedented game in Brazil against the Eagles, the Packers are not just competing for another successful season but are also promoting the NFL’s global presence.
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