Aaron Ripkowski gains 76 total yards, scores in season finale
by Brad Richter | Mon, Jan 2nd 10:17am EST
Aaron Ripkowski saved his best game for last in the Packers 31-24 win over the Detroit Lions to clinch the NFC North Division title. Ripkowski led the Packers with nine carries for 61 yards and caught both of his targets for 15 receiving yards. He scored the Packers' first touchdown of the game on a short seven-yard reception over the middle.
Fantasy Impact:
Ripkowski was the Packers' featured running back in the first half when he had six of his nine carries. He ran hard and powerful racking up yardage in chunks including a long run of 15 yards. Ripkowski finished the season with 150 rushing yards on 34 carries and caught nine passes for 46 yards. He will remain in the mix for carries in the playoffs when the Packers host the Giants.
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