The Green Bay Packers finally drafted a first-round wide receiver for the first time since 2002, but Matthew Golden's rookie year hasn't gone exactly like expected. Even though his separation stats are good and he catches the ball when targeted (zero drops),

Matt LaFleur champions Green Bay Packers' rookie receiver Matthew Golden, citing his mental and physical toughness despite early-season injuries and limited production.

Quay Walker's return for the Packers may be important against a Bears rushing offense that leads the NFC. Javon Bullard and Nate Hobbs also will play.

The Green Bay Packers get a reinforcement to the receiver group with Matthew Golden active against the New York Giants.

On Thursday, both Jayden Reed and Matthew Golden were spotted at practice, which is a good sign moving forward.

Packers coach Matt LaFleur provided injury updates on RB Josh Jacobs, DE Lukas Van Ness and WR Matthew Golden on Thursday.

Micah Parsons doesn’t leave the field much, but Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton might try to take advantage of the Packers defense when he does.

Romeo Doubs caught a 10-yard slant on third-and-6 while Broncos sent an all-out blitz. Green Bay used its final timeout with 17 seconds left. Chris Brooks caught a quick pass for six yards and went out of bounds with 10 seconds left. McManus made a 35-yard field goal to put the Packers back up 16-14.

Passes of 22 and 19 yards from Nix to Humphery and FZranklin quickly get the ball from the Broncos' 32 to the Packers' 28. A nine yard throw to Mims moves the ball to the 16 and two plays later a `14-yard throw from Nox to Sutton cuts the Packers lead to 23-21 after the extra point with 9:07 left in the third quarter.

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