6 winners (and 1 loser) for Packers after they survive Panthers comeback in Week 16
Winner: Tucker Kraft
Tucker Kraft continues to deliver. The Packers have been without Luke Musgrave since Week 11. They needed Kraft to contribute, and all he has done is impress week after week.
"Wow. I can't say enough great things about Tucker Kraft," said head coach Matt LaFleur after the game. "Just making critical plays, man. He has brought so much to our offense, and it has been so fun to see him progress and get better."
Kraft made a number of key plays on Sunday, finishing with four catches for 60 yards. He showed his toughness, good hands, and impressive yards-after-catch ability. Kraft and Musgrave working together in this offense is going to be a lot of fun.
Winner: Bo Melton
Bo Melton earned himself more opportunities in Week 16. With key starters at wide receiver out, the Packers needed one of their backups to contribute. This week, it didn't come from Samori Toure or Malik Heath, who both failed to make a catch.
It was Melton making plays. He finished the game with four catches for 44 yards and had a seven-yard rush. Melton stepped up and made an impact, and it should earn him more snaps in the near future. He was impressive against the Panthers on Sunday.