sentences:  However, Favre started, and put up an impressive performance as the Packers trounced the Oakland Raiders 41–7.The Packers went into the final week needing to win and the Vikings to lose to win the NFC North in order to get the last playoff spot.The Packers beat the Denver Broncos while the Arizona Cardinals rallied in the final seconds to beat the Vikings, giving the Packers the NFC North championship with an 11–5 record.