Jacob Westendorf

Joined: Jul 26, 2024

Jacob Westendorf, who has covered the Green Bay Packers since 2015, is a writer for Packers On SI, a Sports Illustrated channel. E-mail: jacobwestendorf24@gmail.com History: Westendorf started writing for Packers On SI in 2023. Twitter: https://twitter.com/JacobWestendorf Background: Westendorf graduated from University of Wisconsin-Green Bay where he earned a degree in communication with an emphasis in journalism and mass media. He worked in newspapers in Green Bay and Rockford, Illinois. He also interned at Packer Report for Bill Huber while earning his degree. In 2018, he became a staff writer for PackerReport.com, and a regular contributor on Packer Report's "Pack A Day Podcast." In 2020, he founded the media company Game On Wisconsin. In 2023, he rejoined Packer Central, which is part of Sports Illustrated Media Group.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) is pressured by Chicago Bears defensive end Montez Sweat on Dec. 20.

Green Bay Packers defensive end Barryn Sorrell (99) celebrates after tackliing Minnesota Vikings running back Ty Chandler.

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Dallas Turner (15) pressures Green Bay Packers quarterback Clayton Tune.

Jordan Morgan might start at left tackle for the Packers at the Vikings on Sunday.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Malik Willis (2) celebrates after a touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens at Lambeau Field.

Malik WIllis was the star of the show before leaving the game with a shoulder injury. Even while he was in the game, Green Bay's defense could not stop Baltimore's powerful ground game, as their hopes for an NFC North title were crushed.

Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore (2) catches the game-winning touchdown pass against Packers cornerback Keisean Nixon.

The grades are in, and they would have been much more kind to the Green Bay Packers had the game ended in 58 minutes. Instead, a few big plays at the end of the game are dragging them down.

Chicago Bears defensive end Austin Booker (94) sacks and injures Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love on Saturday.

The Green Bay Packers were primed to take an emphatic victory over the Chicago Bears on the shoudlers of their backup quarterback. Then the final two minutes of regulation and a disastrous sequence in overtime happened.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) throws a pass while pressured by Chicago Bears safety Jaquan Brisker (9) during the first quarter of their game Sunday, December 7, 2025 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

The Green Bay Packers are playing the Chicago Bears for the second time in 13 days. If they're going to win come away with a victory, here are the 10 most important players.

Green Bay Packers receiver Christian Watson lies on the field following an injury during the third quarter at the Broncos.

Packers receiver Christian Watson, who scored five touchdowns in his first seven games following last year’s torn ACL, was briefly hospitalized after an injury against the Broncos on Sunday. Here’s the latest.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) is sacked by Denver Broncos linebacker Jonah Elliss (52).

The Green Bay Packers’ entire season turned on its head with a 23-14 lead in the third quarter on Sunday at the Denver Broncos. The report card this week reflects what was truly a poor performance on the road.

Green Bay Packers defensive end Micah Parsons (1) walks off the field with help from medical personnel after a knee injury.

The Packers were leading the Broncos 23-14 in the third quarter, when the game took a turn for the worse. The Packers would lose two of its best players, losing the battle and the war.

Green Bay Packers defensive end Micah Parsons will be challenged by the Denver Broncos' powerful front on Sunday.

From Micah Parsons to Jordan Love, these are the 10 most important players for the Green Bay Packers today against the Denver Broncos.

Green Bay Packers receiver Romeo Doubs (87) pulls in a touchdown against Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II in 2023.

The Green Bay Packers (9-3-1) and Denver Broncos (11-2) will meet on Sunday in Denver. Here is a look at the matchups for this heavyweight showdown.

Green Bay Packers running back Josh is tackled by Chicago Bears defensive lineman Austin Booker.

A back-and-forth second half saw the Packers trying to save the game from deep in their own territory with less than 30 seconds left. Their defense was able to make the one big play it needed to beat the Bears and take the NFC North lead.

Nov 27, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) throws a pass against the Detroit Lions during the first quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

Matt LaFleur and Jordan Love found the signature win that eluded them a season ago, with an all-gas, no-brakes performance to beat the Lions 31-24 at Ford Field.

Green Bay Packers defensive end Micah Parsons (1) celebrates after sacking Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won the game, 23-6.
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The Green Bay Packers are headed back to Detroit trying to get a big win in division play. Here are the 10 most importnat players if they're going to secure victory

Jacob Westendorf

Joined: Jul 26, 2024

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