Packers lead 19-10 at halftime against Vikings with Watson's two touchdowns

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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Packers lead 19-10 at halftime against Vikings with Watson's two touchdowns
Summary

The Green Bay Packers are leading the Minnesota Vikings 19-10 at halftime in their matchup on September 13, 2026. Christian Watson has been a standout performer, racking up 131 receiving yards and scoring two touchdowns, including a 2-yard touchdown just before the half. The Vikings managed their first touchdown of the season, with Justin Jefferson catching a pass from Carson Wentz shortly before halftime. Minnesota's starting quarterback Kyler Murray is out with a concussion suffered earlier in the game, leaving Wentz to handle the offense. Green Bay's Jordan Love has thrown for 199 yards and two touchdowns as the teams prepare for the second half.

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By the Numbers
  • •Christian Watson caught five passes for 131 yards and two touchdowns.
  • •The Packers scored both touchdowns in the first half.
  • •Kyler Murray is out due to a concussion.
  • •Justin Jefferson caught the Vikings' first touchdown.
  • •Jordan Love has thrown for 199 yards in the first half.
Latest Updates
  • 4:54 AMYahoo Sports — Green Bay Packers: Christian Watson details what the team must fix after Week 1 Vikings loss
  • 10:04 PMYahoo Sports — Christian Watson has 131 yards, two TDs, Packers lead 19-10 at halftime
What they're saying
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Christian Watson caught both of the touchdowns the Green Bay Packers scored on Sunday and did not want credit for either one. Watson took a Jordan Love throw 81 yards to the end zone with 7:54 left in the first quarter, then caught a two-yard score with 18 seconds left in the first half that [...]

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Christian Watson's spectacular 81-yard touchdown saw Green Bay extend their lead over Minnesota in the first quarter.

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Christian Watson is going off and the Packers have a 19-10 lead over the Vikings at halftime.

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