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Packers lose close game to Lions amid controversial officiating decisions

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Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Packers lose close game to Lions amid controversial officiating decisions

Summary

The Green Bay Packers faced the Detroit Lions on the road during Week 7 of the NFL season, losing 20-17. Costly officiating decisions sparked controversy, a roughing the passer call against Packers defensive tackle Karl Brooks on Lions quarterback Jared Goff. Following the game, Packers coach Matt LaFleur expressed frustration, and players, including Micah Parsons and Tom Brady, criticized the officiating. The Packers now hold a 4-3 record, trailing the Lions, Bears, and Vikings in the competitive NFC North division. The team will look to regroup as they prepare for upcoming contests after this difficult defeat.

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By the Numbers

•Packers lose to Lions 20-17 on October 25, 2026.
•Controversial roughing the passer call on Karl Brooks drew ire.
•Matt LaFleur and players criticized officiating postgame.
•Packers drop to fourth in the NFC North standings.

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2:27 AMYahoo Sports — Even Tom Brady couldn’t believe officiating late in Packers-Lions game

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The Green Bay Packers hit the road to take on the Detroit Lions in Motown during Week 7 which included controversial calls that had coach Matt LaFleur biting his tongue in a postgame press conference, before letting his true feelings slip. Packers star pass rusher Micah Parsons called out the refs after the game, and he also got support from Tom […] The post Even Tom Brady couldn’t believe officiating late in Packers-Lions game appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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