Packers lose to Vikings in Week 1 despite Jordan Love's efforts
6 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 4:21 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026

The Green Bay Packers faced the Minnesota Vikings in Week 1, suffering a 39-22 loss. Quarterback Jordan Love acknowledged the pain of the defeat, particularly after a costly interception in the fourth quarter shifted momentum to Minnesota. The Vikings capitalized with Carson Wentz, stepping in for the injured Kyler Murray, who threw three touchdowns. The Packers are now the only winless team in the NFC North and aim to secure their first victory against the New York Jets on September 20.
- •Packers lose to Vikings 39-22 in Week 1.
- •Jordan Love threw a costly interception late in the game.
- •Carson Wentz threw three touchdowns for Minnesota.
- •Packers are now winless in the NFC North this season.
- •Next game is against the New York Jets on September 20.
- 4:21 PMYahoo Sports — Adam Stenavich reveals what went wrong for Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Jordan Love shares honest reaction to Packers’ painful loss to Vikings
- 11:09 PMYahoo Sports — Packers news: Will Jordan Love survive Green Bay's o-line? Dan Orlovsky has concerns
- 5:25 AMYahoo Sports — Packers Get Ugly Jordan Love Truth After Vikings Collapse
- 5:24 AMYahoo Sports — Jordan Love Reacts to Packers Latest Implosion vs. Vikings
- 5:18 AMYahoo Sports — Packers news: Jordan Love issues tough admission on painful Week 1 loss to Vikings
"After allowing 22 unanswered points in the fourth quarter on Sunday, the Green Bay Packers suffered a 39-22 Week 1 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. While there were some bright spots throughout the contest, one notable weakness was the pass protection. It was so poor that former quarterback turned NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky revealed he’s concerned […] The post Packers news: Will Jordan Love survive Green Bay's o-line? Dan Orlovsky has concerns appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"The Green Bay Packers took on their fierce NFC North rivals, the Minnesota Vikings , in Week 1. The Vikings lost Kyler Murray early due to a concussion . But they still were able to take down Jordan Love and the Packers in front of their home fans. Green Bay had a solid game offensively and did well enough to stay in it. However, a costly […] The post Packers news: Jordan Love issues tough admission on painful Week 1 loss to Vikings appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"Green Bay Packers star Jordan Love entered Week 1 with plenty of attention on him, but the spotlight quickly shifted to an unexpected figure on the other side. Carson Wentz was never expected to take the field for the Minnesota Vikings, yet circumstances thrust him into action, and the veteran quarterback responded with a determined [...]
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 4:21 PMAdam Stenavich reveals what went wrong for Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers
Green Bay Packers star Jordan Love entered Week 1 with plenty of attention on him, but the spotlight quickly shifted to an unexpected figure on the other side. Carson Wentz was never expected to take the field for the Minnesota Vikings, yet circumstances thrust him into action, and the veteran quarterback responded with a determined [...]
- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 1:00 AMJordan Love shares honest reaction to Packers’ painful loss to Vikings
Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers opened the season against the Minnesota Vikings in a tough NFC North matchup. Green Bay struggled to finish the game after holding an advantage at halftime, allowing Minnesota to rally and secure a Week 1 victory at home. Packers moved the ball effectively and stayed within striking distance [...]
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 11:09 PMPackers news: Will Jordan Love survive Green Bay's o-line? Dan Orlovsky has concerns
After allowing 22 unanswered points in the fourth quarter on Sunday, the Green Bay Packers suffered a 39-22 Week 1 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. While there were some bright spots throughout the contest, one notable weakness was the pass protection. It was so poor that former quarterback turned NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky revealed he’s concerned […] The post Packers news: Will Jordan Love survive Green Bay's o-line? Dan Orlovsky has concerns appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 5:25 AMPackers Get Ugly Jordan Love Truth After Vikings Collapse
The Packers looked in control before everything fell apart in Minnesota, with Jordan Love and Green Bay’s offensive line taking the brunt of the reaction. The post Packers Get Ugly Jordan Love Truth After Vikings Collapse appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 5:24 AMJordan Love Reacts to Packers Latest Implosion vs. Vikings
Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love addressed the team's latest second-half implosion in Week 1 versus the Minnesota Vikings. The post Jordan Love Reacts to Packers Latest Implosion vs. Vikings appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 5:18 AMPackers news: Jordan Love issues tough admission on painful Week 1 loss to Vikings
The Green Bay Packers took on their fierce NFC North rivals, the Minnesota Vikings , in Week 1. The Vikings lost Kyler Murray early due to a concussion . But they still were able to take down Jordan Love and the Packers in front of their home fans. Green Bay had a solid game offensively and did well enough to stay in it. However, a costly […] The post Packers news: Jordan Love issues tough admission on painful Week 1 loss to Vikings appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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