The Green Bay Packers came away with an integral victory over the Chicago Bears last Sunday. Every game is important moving forward as the Packers are in a tight race for the top spot in the NFC.

They had a tough first half defensively as they gave up 27 points to the Bears. Defensive coordinator Joe Barry made some great adjustments at halftime and held the Bears to three points in the second half. Aaron Rodgers and the offense played consistently well throughout the game.

The way they played in the second half shows the full potential of the team. The Packers now sit at 10-3 on the season, even with key players David Bakhtiari, Jaire Alexander, and Za'Darius Smith still out due to injuries.

Here are three takeaways from the Packers' wild Week 14 win over the Bears.

3. Aaron Rodgers can win back-to-back MVPs

Rodgers has found himself constantly in the headlines since the trade rumors in the offseason. Rodgers entered the season coming off of his third MVP plum and is right back in the conversation once again.

Rodgers' statement saying “I own you” to Bears fans during the Packers win last October stood true as he once again took them down. He had a phenomenal performance as he threw for 341 yards along with four touchdowns and zero interceptions.

This added to an already incredible season for Rodgers. He has thrown for 3,219 yards, 27 touchdowns, and only four interceptions. His play has led the Pack Attack to their tremendous record and will be vital come playoff time.

2. Joe Barry was the perfect replacement for Mike Pettine

While the Packers have made the NFC Championship Game in two straight seasons, their defense has held them back from making it to the Super Bowl. A lot of the blame went to Pettine, their former defensive coordinator.

Coach Matt LaFleur and the Packers decided to go in a new direction this campaign and signed Barry to be the new defensive coordinator. The decision to hire Barry has been a great one as he has elevated the defense despite numerous injuries to players.

Against the Bears, Barry's defense forced three turnovers, including a pick-six. They also had two sacks and nine hits on quarterback Justin Fields.

When Alexander and Smith return, the defense will be even better, and Barry's system will thrive.

1. Packers will finally get past the NFC Championship Game

The NFC Championship Game has been a curse for the Packers since their loss to the Seattle Seahawks in 2014. Rodgers has been pinned by many for not leading his team to victory, but that has not been the case. Rodgers has proven time and time again that he can carry the Packers above where they should be. But he can't do everything himself.

In prior years, he has not had enough talent around him, especially on the defensive end. This year, Rodgers has an elite defense and a talented offense that he can lead. The second half against the Bears proved this to other teams as they dominated on both sides of the ball.

While the Packers have looked great this season, their special teams have struggled. This was evident against the Bears as they muffed a punt and gave up an onside kick. If LaFleur can get the special teams in check, they have a great shot at making it to the Super Bowl for the first time since 2010.

Rodgers and the Packers will face some challenges along the way in the talented NFC, but they have the talent to get over the hump.