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Packers struggle in season opener loss to Vikings despite strong performances

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 1:48 PM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Packers struggle in season opener loss to Vikings despite strong performances
Summary

The Green Bay Packers opened their 2026 season with a 39-22 loss to the Minnesota Vikings in Minneapolis on September 13. The Packers built an early lead with explosive passing plays but faltered late, allowing the Vikings to score 29 consecutive points. Key players included WR Christian Watson, who recorded 147 yards and two touchdowns, and CB Keisean Nixon, who made significant defensive contributions. The Packers' offensive line struggled, yielding 21 total pressures, contributing to the team's collapse as they fell to 0-1 for the season. This marks the sixth consecutive loss for a team under head coach Matt LaFleur, dating back to 2025.

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  • •Packers led early but lost momentum, allowing 29 unanswered points.
  • •Christian Watson recorded six catches for 147 yards and two touchdowns.
  • •Defense struggled with pressure, allowing 32 total pressures from the Vikings.
  • •Jordan Love faced heavy pressure, completing only seven passes under duress.
  • •Packers drop to 0-1, marking their sixth straight loss.
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  • 1:48 PMYahoo Sports — Packers PFF grades: Best, worst players from Week 1 loss to Vikings
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Based on grades from Pro Football Focus, here are the best and worst players from the Packers’ Week 1 loss to the Vikings.

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