Packers try to extend NFC North lead as they host Bears

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers host the Chicago Bears on Sunday night in the first of two regular-season matchups between the NFC North’s top two teams.

The Packers own a 7-3 record and have a two-game lead over the Bears.  They’ll meet again at Chicago on Jan. 3 to close the regular season.

Both teams are struggling a bit after fast starts. The Bears have lost four straight after winning five of their first six games. The Packers won their first four games but have gone 3-3 since.

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