The Green Bay Packers traveled to Detroit to face the Lions in a crucial Week 7 NFC North matchup that ended in controversy. Packers pass rusher Micah Parsons also criticized the officiating after the game, drawing support from NFL legend Tom Brady, who shared his own thoughts on the questionable calls.
The controversial play occurred when Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Karl Brooks charged toward Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff and made contact just as Goff released a pass to tight end Sam LaPorta, who completed the catch downfield. Officials flagged Brooks for roughing the passer, but Brady disagreed with the call.
“My goodness. What is that?” commented Brady.
“There’s no way! It’s definitely not roughing the passer.”
The Green Bay Packers heartbreaking loss in Detroit
The Packers battled the Lions until the final seconds but ultimately fell 20-17. Packers rookie kicker Trey Smack’s missed field goal gave Detroit an opening, and the Lions capitalized by marching down the field for Jake Bates’ game winning kick. The defeat dropped Green Bay to 4-3 on the season.
Green Bay now sits behind the Lions, Chicago Bears, and Minnesota Vikings in a tightly contested NFC North race. All four teams remain in the playoff picture, but the Packers’ chances have taken a hit following its crushing Week 7 defeat. Matt LaFleur and his players will need to keep their frustrations in check to avoid fines while focusing on the work ahead as they try to get their season back on track.
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