The Packers' Aaron Rodgers came through when Green Bay needed him most. Rodgers and clinical Pack offense extended a late drive to keep Green Bay ahead of the New England Patriots, holding on for a 26-21 victory and winning Week 13's GMC Never Say Never Moment of the Week. Who else was in contention?
NEVER SAY NEVER MOMENT NOMINEES
Philip Rivers, San Diego Chargers
Chargers win on last-minute TD drive:San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers capped an eight-play, 80-yard drive with a 1-yard touchdown pass to Eddie Royal with 38 seconds remaining in the game to pull off a 34-33 victory on the road against the Baltimore Ravens. The Chargers eliminated a 10-point deficit with 6:13 remaining in the fourth quarter.
Blake Bortles, Jacksonville Jaguars
Jaguars pull off largest comeback in team history: The Jacksonville Jaguars overcame a 21-0 deficit to defeat the New York Giants, 25-24, in the largest comeback victory in franchise history. Jaguars rookie quarterback Blake Bortles directed an 11-play, 55-yard drive that culminated with kicker Josh Scobee's game-winning 43-yard field goal with 28 seconds remaining in the game. Jacksonville scored two defensive touchdowns in the same game for the first time in team history.
Aaron Rodgers, Green Bay Packers
Packers hold off Patriots in marquee matchup: Leading by five late in the fourth quarter, the Green Bay Packers defense held firm against the potent New England Patriots offense, and quarterback Aaron Rodgers converted a crucial third-and-4 play to wide receiver Randall Cobb late in the game to seal a 26-21 victory.