Packers rally from 10-point deficit to defeat Jets 20-17 in overtime
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 8:42 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
The Green Bay Packers secured a 20-17 overtime victory against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on September 20, 2026. Facing a late 10-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Packers managed to tie the game with three minutes remaining. Their defense showcased resilience, forcing a key stop before overtime. Trey Smack kicked the game-winning field goal from 26 yards in overtime, marking his first NFL win. The Packers had lost two key offensive starters early in the game but demonstrated depth and determination.
- •Packers overcomes 10-point deficit to tie the game in the fourth quarter.
- •Green Bay's defense recorded back-to-back sacks in overtime.
- •Trey Smack connected on a 26-yard field goal for the win.
- •Packers lost two key offensive players early in the game.
- •The teams combined for 197 yards of offense and 110 yards in penalties.
- 8:59 PMYahoo Sports — Trey Smack’s OT kick lifts the Packers past the Jets, ending a 6-game skid
- 8:42 PMYahoo Sports — Packers-Jets Final Score: Green Bay overcomes injuries, late 10-point deficit in 20-17 win
"Trey Smack kicked a 26-yard field goal in overtime and the Green Bay Packers overcame a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit and a sloppy, penalty-filled performance to snap a six-game skid with a 20-17 victory over the New York Jets on Sunday. Jordan Love threw two touchdown passes for the Packers (1-1), who had 14 accepted penalties and appeared on their way to another ugly loss after a fourth-quarter collapse at Minnesota last week. The Packers also overcame a scary start when wide receiver Jayden Reed and right tackle Zach Bako-Bewele were carted off the field with injuries on consecutive plays on the opening drive.
"It took extra time, but the Packers finally broke their losing streak.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 20, 2026, 8:59 PMTrey Smack’s OT kick lifts the Packers past the Jets, ending a 6-game skid
Trey Smack kicked a 26-yard field goal in overtime and the Green Bay Packers overcame a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit and a sloppy, penalty-filled performance to snap a six-game skid with a 20-17 victory over the New York Jets on Sunday. Jordan Love threw two touchdown passes for the Packers (1-1), who had 14 accepted penalties and appeared on their way to another ugly loss after a fourth-quarter collapse at Minnesota last week. The Packers also overcame a scary start when wide receiver Jayden Reed and right tackle Zach Bako-Bewele were carted off the field with injuries on consecutive plays on the opening drive.
- Yahoo SportsSep 20, 2026, 8:42 PMPackers-Jets Final Score: Green Bay overcomes injuries, late 10-point deficit in 20-17 win
It took extra time, but the Packers finally broke their losing streak.
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