Packers lose to Lions 20-17 after missed opportunities and key errors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 3:11 AM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026
The Green Bay Packers fell to the Detroit Lions 20-17 on Sunday at Ford Field. Missed field goals and red zone failures plagued the Packers throughout the game. Jordan Love started strong, completing key fourth downs and connecting with several receivers, but the team struggled with key drops and defensive lapses, allowing the Lions to secure the win. The Packers now sit at 4-3 and will face the Carolina Panthers on Thursday Night Football to open Week 8.
- •Packers missed two field goals in the loss.
- •Jordan Love connected with multiple receivers for significant yardage.
- •Defense allowed 415 total yards and struggled against the Lions' offense.
- •Packers face the Carolina Panthers next on Thursday Night Football.
- 3:11 AMYahoo Sports — Breaking down Packers' 20-17 loss to Lions: What went right, wrong
"Lions 20, Packers 17: What went right, what went wrong and what it means for the Packers moving forward.
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