Packers’ Jordan Love hits disastrous 20-year low in playoff loss to Eagles

Green Bay Packers season came to a disappointing end Sunday night with a 22-10 Wild Card loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, marking another bittersweet conclusion (despite Lil Wayne’s hype speech) for quarterback Jordan Love postseason career as a starter. Lion’s performance was marred by three interceptions, tying him with some of the franchise’s most infamous playoff performances and setting the ignominious mark as the worst playoff performance by a Packers quarterback in more than two decades.

Facing Jalen Hurts and the defending NFC champion Eagles, Love struggled to find any rhythm in the high-stakes environment. The Packers offense managed just 10 points, and Love didn’t throw a touchdown to soften the blow caused by his three critical interceptions. Each turnover proved costly, either killing Green Bay’s momentum or putting Philadelphia in favorable field position.

The loss puts Jordan Love in a doubtful category of Packers quarterbacks to throw three or more interceptions in a playoff game — a list that includes Brett Favre (2001, 2004), Lynn Dickey (1982), Irv Komp (1944) and Arnie Herber (1939). However, Love’s performance stands out in the modern era, as no Packers quarterback has suffered such a disastrous postseason outing since Favre’s three-interception game in the 2004 Wild Card round.

For Love, the game is a harsh reality check after a season filled with promise. In his second full year as the starting quarterback, Love showed flashes of brilliance, leading the Packers to an 11-6 record and a Wild Card berth. His leadership and development were seen as key positives as Green Bay moved on from the Aaron Rodgers era.

However, Sunday’s performance highlighted areas where Love needs significant improvement. His decision-making under pressure, ball security and ability to adjust against elite defenses have been questioned. Against a ferocious Eagles rush and an opportunistic second, the Lions looked overwhelmed, throwing errant passes that resulted in turnovers.

The Packers front office now faces critical decisions as the team heads into the offseason. While Love remains under contract, the organization must determine what went wrong and how it can be fixed. General manager Brian Gutekunst and head coach Matt LaFleur have expressed confidence in Love all season, but a playoff performance could prompt a reevaluation.

Despite the disappointment, Love struck an optimistic tone in his postgame comments. “I didn’t want the season to end, but I’ll learn from this and come back stronger,” he said.

For Packers fans, the loss is a painful reminder of the ups and downs that come with moving into a new era. While Love showed glimpses of potential, Sunday’s game highlighted the challenges ahead as Green Bay tries to return to its winning ways.