Packers struggle to maintain lead, lose to Vikings in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 1:58 AM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
The Green Bay Packers collapsed in the second half of their season opener against the Minnesota Vikings, surrendering a 22-10 lead to lose 39-22. The Packers faced critical red zone failures and turnovers, allowing the Vikings to score 29 consecutive points, including 22 in the fourth quarter. Key moments included settling for field goals instead of touchdowns and controversial penalties that extended Minnesota's scoring drives. The Packers' offense fell apart late in the game, resulting in turnovers that paved the way for Viking touchdowns.
- •Packers led 22-10 before the Vikings scored 29 unanswered points.
- •Jordan Love's three-point field goal attempt was followed by a Vikings touchdown.
- •Controversial penalties played a role in extending Viking drives.
- •Late turnovers from the Packers led to additional Viking scores.
- 1:58 AMYahoo Sports — What went wrong for Packers during latest second-half collapse?
"The latest Packers collapse started with a red zone failure and finished with a pair of turnovers leading to quick touchdowns.
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