Three other times, two Packers receivers got 150 yards in a game
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel • • sports
Key Points:
- In the Packers' 45-27 win over New England on Nov. 8, Christian Watson and Matthew Golden both surpassed 150 receiving yards, marking only the fourth time in franchise history two receivers achieved this in the same game.
- Watson had 171 yards and a touchdown on seven catches, while Golden caught all 10 targets for 164 yards and a score, with Jordan Love throwing for 372 yards and three touchdowns.
- The previous instances of two Packers receivers clearing 150 yards were in 2004 (Donald Driver and Javon Walker), 1999 (Antonio Freeman and Bill Schroeder), and as far back as 1942 (Don Hutson and Andy Uram).
- The 1942 game was notable for Don Hutson's three touchdowns on long receptions, during an era when passing was rare, and he set multiple NFL receiving records that stood for decades.
- These historic performances highlight rare offensive explosions in Packers history, often occurring in memorable or pivotal games despite varied team outcomes.
