Packers vs. Giants: A Look Back at the 2008 NFC Championship Game

A Thrilling Matchup

The 2008 NFC Championship Game was a highly anticipated matchup between two of the NFL's most storied franchises, the Green Bay Packers and the New York Giants. Both teams had impressive regular seasons, with the Packers finishing 13-3 and the Giants going 12-4. The game was played at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, in front of a sold-out crowd of over 70,000 fans.

A Defensive Struggle

The game was a defensive struggle throughout, with both teams struggling to move the ball consistently. The Packers took an early 3-0 lead on a field goal by Mason Crosby, but the Giants responded with a touchdown pass from Eli Manning to Steve Smith to take a 7-3 lead. The Packers tied the game at 10-10 with another field goal by Crosby, but the Giants regained the lead with a field goal of their own to make it 13-10 at halftime.

A Late Packers Rally

The Packers came out strong in the second half, driving down the field and scoring a touchdown on a pass from Aaron Rodgers to Greg Jennings to take a 17-13 lead. The Giants responded with a drive of their own, but they were forced to settle for a field goal, making the score 17-16. The Packers then went on a long drive that took them into Giants territory, but they were unable to score, and the Giants took over with just over two minutes remaining.

A Miraculous Giants Victory

The Giants drove down the field and were in position to kick a game-winning field goal, but Lawrence Tynes' attempt was blocked by Packers linebacker Nick Barnett. The Packers took over with just over a minute remaining and drove into field goal range, but Crosby's attempt was wide left, giving the Giants a miraculous 23-20 victory.

A Historic Upset

The Giants' victory was a major upset, as the Packers were heavily favored to win the game. The Giants went on to win Super Bowl XLII, defeating the New England Patriots 17-14. The 2008 NFC Championship Game is still remembered as one of the most exciting and memorable games in NFL history.