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Packers struggle late but see bright spots from Watson in loss to Vikings

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 4:20 PM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Packers struggle late but see bright spots from Watson in loss to Vikings

Summary

The Green Bay Packers faced a difficult situation in their game against the Minnesota Vikings on September 13, 2026, suffering a 39-22 defeat. Defensive coordinator Brian Flores effectively exploited weaknesses in the Packers' offensive line, leading to significant pressure during the fourth quarter. Despite the collapse, wide receiver Christian Watson stood out, recording six catches for 147 yards and two touchdowns, while Matthew Golden also contributed with six catches for 95 yards. The performance from Watson, who was the highest-graded player for the Packers in the matchup, offers a glimmer of hope as the team seeks to improve its offensive line moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•Packers lost 39-22 to Vikings on September 13.
•Brian Flores' defense targeted weaknesses in Green Bay's offensive line.
•Christian Watson recorded six catches for 147 yards and two touchdowns.
•Matthew Golden added six catches for 95 yards.
•Watson was the highest-graded player for the Packers in the game.

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4:20 PMYahoo Sports — Packers get major encouraging bright spot despite collapse vs. Vikings

What they're saying

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Whatever could go wrong, did go wrong for the Packers late in Sunday’s collapse against the Minnesota Vikings, as defensive coordinator Brian Flores exploited every possible weakness in Green Bay’s offensive line in a fourth quarter barrage of pressure. While it was Flores’ cacophony of exotic blitz concepts executed by Vikings edge rushers that flew [...]
— Yahoo Sports

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