Packers lead by 12 but lose to Vikings in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 3:29 AM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026

The Green Bay Packers opened their season with a shocking loss to the Minnesota Vikings, falling 39-22 after leading 22-10 late in the third quarter. The Vikings scored 29 unanswered points, marking a unique late-game collapse. Key moments included a fumble and an interception by quarterback Jordan Love, which allowed the Vikings to capitalize and widen their lead. The Packers were outscored 22-0 in the fourth quarter. This loss reflects a troubling trend for Green Bay, which has struggled in similar situations in recent games.
- •Packers led 22-10 with under 20 minutes left.
- •Vikings scored 29 consecutive points to win.
- •Jordan Love had a fumble and an interception late.
- •Packers failed on critical fourth-down attempts.
- •Vikings managed only 239 total yards in the game.
- 3:29 AMYahoo Sports — Packers lost to Vikings in a uniquely terrible way to open season
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