Jordan Love Exits with Head Injury in Crucial NFC North Clash vs. Bears
The Packers' playoff push hit a major speed bump on Saturday when quarterback Jordan Love was forced out of a key divisional matchup against the Bears with a head injury. The moment came midway through the second quarter, on a first-down play from Green Bay’s own 17-yard line.
Love dropped back, climbed the pocket, and just as he looked to deliver, he was leveled by Bears rookie defensive end Austin Booker. The hit was high and hard-enough to draw a 15-yard roughing the passer penalty and plenty of concern from the Packers’ sideline.
Love stayed down on the turf as medical staff quickly came out to assess him. After a few tense moments, he was able to jog off under his own power, heading first to the blue medical tent and then to the locker room for further evaluation.
Not long after, the team announced he was being evaluated for a concussion. By the time the third quarter rolled around, the Packers had officially ruled him out for the remainder of the game.
Before the injury, Love had been steady, if unspectacular, completing 8 of 13 passes for 77 yards. It wasn’t a dominant showing, but it was the kind of controlled, efficient start that’s become more common for him as the season has progressed. He looked comfortable navigating the pocket early, and Green Bay’s offense had been moving with rhythm.
With Love sidelined, backup Malik Willis took over under center. It’s a tough spot for any quarterback, especially with so much on the line.
Saturday’s game wasn’t just another chapter in the Packers-Bears rivalry-it carried major playoff implications. A win would’ve vaulted Green Bay into first place in the NFC North and second overall in the conference.
Every possession mattered.
#Packers QB Jordan Love just took a massive helmet-to-helmet hit. Down on the field and injured. Likely to be evaluated for a concussion: pic.twitter.com/2hL4w7xawu
— Arye Pulli (@AryePulliNFL) December 21, 2025
Now, the focus shifts to Love’s health and what comes next. The Packers have been building momentum, and Love has played a central role in that surge.
If he’s forced to miss time, it could reshape the trajectory of Green Bay’s postseason hopes. But for now, the priority is his recovery-and the hope that Saturday’s hit doesn’t derail what’s been a promising stretch for the young quarterback.