Packers, Steelers Keep Playoff Fires Burning With Victories;Green Bay Needs Bengals to Defeat Vikings

From: The Washington Post | Date: December 25, 1989 | Copyright information

The Green Bay Packers put themselves in position to win their first division title in 17 seasons and brought an end to the Dallas Cowboys' second-worst season.

Green Bay defeated Dallas, 20-10, today and would win the NFC Central Division and go to the playoffs for the first time since 1982 if the Minnesota Vikings lose to the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday night.

"We did what we had to do," Green Bay Coach Lindy Infante said. "I still feel like Cincinnati will give us the help we need tomorrow night."

Green Bay was eliminated from wild-card contention when the Los Angeles Rams edged New ...

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