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The Green Bay Packers, earlier today, thwarted a late comeback from the Browns, thanks to key performances from Aaron Rodgers, Davante Adams, and Rasul Douglas. This win means that the Packers become the first team to win 12 matches this season.

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Green Bay Packers hold onto a late onslaught by the Cleveland Browns

Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams were on song earlier today as the duo led the Packers to a hard-fought 24-22 victory over the Cleveland Browns. The contest was an absolute thriller that ended with a nail-biting finish, courtesy of Baker Mayfield.

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The Browns needed just two points to win the match in the final minute, but a last-ditch interception on Baker Mayfield by Rasul Douglas meant the Packers continued their winning form.

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Baker Mayfield, who returned from injury, had a terrible night. Not only did he mess up the final TD, but he also had three other interceptions. The Packers were carried by Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams like always. While the former gave a record-breaking performance, the latter continued his consistent run with yet another ‘2TD’

Aaron Rodgers shares his gratefulness for playing in the Lambeau Field; says “It’s A Special Place”

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Aaron Rodgers has been a certified legend for the Green Bay Packers. Thanks to his loyalty and performances over the years, the superstar QB is a fan favorite. After delivering yet another record-breaking performance for the Packers last night, the fans post-match broke into ‘MVP’ chants.

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Soaking in the applause, the Packers captain took a moment to feel grateful about the Lambeau field atmosphere. “I mean this is what it’s all about. It’s Christmas night in Lambeau. Like I said last week, where would you rather be? It’s a special place and I’m eternally blessed and I don’t lose sight of that,” said Rodgers.

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The quarterback then revealed that he is grateful to have such loving fans, and he counts them as blessings in life. “I think that’s the most important thing as you get older having that perspective of living a life counting your blessings and not the things you don’t have. I have a lot of blessings in Green Bay and I am grateful to be here.”

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Will Aaron Rodgers win the MVP this season?

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Suresh Menon is a soccer writer at EssentiallySports with over 400 articles to his name. Being an ace defender back in his school days, Suresh grew up admiring the famed ‘BBC’ of Juventus which is why the Italian club is his favorite. His love for soccer from an early age combined with his flair for communication is the reason why he decided to pursue sports journalism at ES. He pursued his BMM degree with specialization in advertising which makes him an effective communicator with a sense of commerce. Beyond soccer, in his free time, he is a podcast host and likes spending time solving the Rubik’s cube.

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