Regular Season
Although the Packers failed to make the Playoffs, they recorded their best record since 1972. The Packers finished 10-6, placing them second in the NFC Central. The Minnesota Vikings also finished 10-6, but held the tiebreaker due to a better conference record. The team finished with a 10-6 record for their first winning season since the strike shortended 1982 season. It was also the first club to record 4 1-point victories in a season. The club was 6-2 at home and 4-4 on the road. The Packers offense had success due to a strong passing game, headed by quarterback Don Majkowski. Majkowski finished first in the NFL in passing yards and completions. He earned a bid to the NFL Pro Bowl. Wide receiver Sterling Sharpe finished the season first in receptions, and second in receiving yards and receiving touchdowns. Sharpe would also earn a bid to the Pro Bowl.
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