It was no secret that the Green Bay Packers were aiming to get off to a fast start against the Detroit Lions.

After last season’s matchups between NFC North rivals where the Lions started fast and staved off every attempt at a comeback from the Packers, the want for an early statement and a victory reached its peak.

That’s exactly what the Packers executed Sunday afternoon at Lambeau Field, scoring 17 first-half points that would already be enough to earn a victory over the Lions.

“It’s amazing. A big goal for us was being able to come in here and start the season off fast and start the season on the right note,” quarterback Jordan Love said after the 27-13 win . “To come in here Week 1 at home and get a dominant win like that is amazing and exactly what we’ve been working for.

“This

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