The Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears will renew the NFL’s oldest rivalry when they play the league’s primetime opening game on Thursday night at Soldier Field.
After 198 games spanning almost 100 seasons, the Packers hold a 97-95-6 edge over the Bears. The two franchises have won 22 NFL championships and five Super Bowls.
Before the Packers and Bears take the field for Game No. 199 in the rivalry on Thursday night, a little history lesson is required. The video above provides an in-depth look at 10 of the greatest moments in the historic rivalry between the Packers and Bears.
It paints a picture of why the Packers and Bears remain one of the greatest rivalries in sports.
The 10-minute video includes appearances from Walter Payton, Brett Favre, Aaron Rodgers, B.J. Raji and Randall Cobb.
Will Thursday night’s opener provide another historic moment? Tune in at 7:20 p.m. CT to find out.
