Chicago Bears vs. Green Bay Packers: Who Has the Advantage?

Nov 26, 2015; Green Bay, WI, USA; Green Bay Packers wide receiver Randall Cobb (18) rushes with the football as Chicago Bears cornerback Bryce Callahan (37) defends during the fourth quarter of a NFL game on Thanksgiving at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports /

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Bears’ Run Offense vs. Packers’ Run Defense

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Even after surrendering 157 rushing yards to Dallas Cowboys rookie running back Ezekiel Elliott, the Packers still find themselves ranked second in the NFL in run defense (72.4 yards per game). The Bears’ 23^rd ranked ground attack didn’t go anywhere against Jacksonville last week, and probably will be stuck in the mud once again at Lambeau Field. Besides, Bears head coach John Fox still hasn’t shown total commitment to his running back-by-committee approach.

Advantage: Packers

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