But Green Bay's season ended with a 45–17 loss to the St. Louis Rams in the NFC divisional playoff game.
That game saw quarterback Brett Favre threw a career high six interceptions.
[2] With their first round pick (10th overall) in the 2001 NFL draft, the Green Bay Packers selected defensive end Jamal Reynolds.
[4] Running backs Wide receivers Tight ends Defensive linemen Defensive backs Special teams Practice Squad Rookies in italics 53 active, 8 inactive, 5 practice squad The second game in 2001 was the first time since 1988 that the Packers played the Washington Redskins.
The Packers finished 12–4 overall, placing 2nd in the NFC Central Division (behind the Chicago Bears), and qualifying for a wild card playoff spot.