The Green Bay Packers hosted the San Francisco 49ers in Week 12 of the NFL season and came away with an impressive 38-10 victory. However, the win didn’t come without setbacks.

Star wide receiver Romeo Doubs suffered a significant injury during the game. He went down hard while attempting to secure a contested catch, requiring assistance to leave the field and head to the blue medical tent. Shortly afterward, Doubs was diagnosed with a concussion and ruled out for the rest of the game, according to Lily Zao of Fox 6.

Unfortunately for the Packers, this wasn’t their only injury concern. Entering the matchup, they were already missing key players, including cornerback Jaire Alexander (knee) and linebacker Edgerrin Cooper (hamstring). The 49ers, on the other hand, also had their share of injury struggles, with quarterback Brock Purdy, left tackle Trent Williams, and others sidelined.

Packers Fight for NFC North Supremacy

This season, the NFC North has emerged as the league’s most competitive division. The Packers, Detroit Lions, and Minnesota Vikings are not only battling for playoff spots but also vying for the NFC’s top seed. Right now, the Packers sit third in the division with an 8-3 record, trailing the 10-2 Vikings and the 11-1 Lions.

Despite the standings, the Packers still have a path to the top. Six games remain in the regular season, including matchups against both the Vikings and Lions. If Green Bay can win out, including those key division games, they could take the NFC North crown.

However, their remaining schedule isn’t easy. In addition to the Vikings and Lions, the Packers must face the Chicago Bears, Seattle Seahawks, Miami Dolphins, and New Orleans Saints.

The Bears, led by rookie quarterback Caleb Williams, are inconsistent but capable of big performances. The Seahawks are always dangerous, and the Dolphins have been playing well since quarterback Tua Tagovailoa’s return from injury.

It’s a challenging road ahead, but the Packers are determined to stay in the race and make a strong push for the playoffs. Every game will count as they look to outpace their rivals in one of the NFL’s toughest divisions.