2007 NFC Championship Victory
Giants conquer the frozen tundra, win NFC title in overtime.
The 2007 NFC Championship Game was an American football game played between the New York Giants and the Green Bay Packers on January 20, 2008, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Giants won 23–20 in overtime on a walk-off field goal by Lawrence Tynes, sending them to Super Bowl XLII.
Lore & Background
The game was marked by cold weather, with the wind chill factor bringing the temperature down to -23°F, making it the second coldest game in Lambeau Field history. The Giants outgained the Packers in rushing yards 114 to 28. The Packers had three turnovers, including a Brett Favre interception on the second play of overtime. The Giants missed two field goals, including a possible game-winner at the end of the fourth quarter that led to overtime. The game helped establish Eli Manning's career, while for Favre, it became the last he would play for the Packers.
Reader's Guide
The Giants entered the playoffs as a Wild Card team with a 10–6 record. They beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the Wild Card round and the Dallas Cowboys in the Divisional round. The Packers finished 13–3, winning the NFC North and securing the second seed. They beat the Seattle Seahawks in the Divisional round. The Packers were 7.5 point favorites and had home field advantage due to higher seeding.
Did You Know?
- The game was the second coldest in Lambeau Field history, with wind chill as low as -24°F by the end.
- Giants head coach Tom Coughlin's face became bright red during the game due to the cold.
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