Packers Stay Strong at Home Against Falcons
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Tom Lynn /Getty Images(GREEN BAY, Wi.) — The Green Bay Packers maintained home dominance with a 43-37 victory over the Atlanta Falcons Monday night.
Quarterback Aaron Rodgers continued his MVP-like season, completing 24 of 36 passes for 327 yards and three touchdowns.
The Packers also leaned on their running game to keep the Falcons off balance. Eddie Lacy and James Starks each ran for a touchdown and combined for 148 yards on 23 carries.
The Falcons fell behind early, surrendering a 24 point lead at halftime. Julio Jones helped lead an Atlanta rally, catching a career best 259 yards on 11 catches, including a 22-yard touchdown that contributed to a 20 point Falcons fourth quarter.
Green Bay (10-3) has won all seven of their home games so far this season, scoring at least 38 points in four of their last five games in Lambeau. Their final home game will be in week 17 against the Detroit Lions, who are one game behind the Packers in the NFC North at 9-4.
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