Packers struggle with penalties in loss to Vikings

The Green Bay Packers fell to the Minnesota Vikings 39-22 on September 13, 2026, in Minneapolis. A series of critical penalties in the fourth quarter, including three on third downs that sustained a Viking scoring drive, significantly contributed to the Packers' collapse. Coach Matt LaFleur faced scrutiny as his team allowed 29 unanswered points in the second half, marking their sixth consecutive defeat. Fans expressed frustration on social media about both the officiating and team performance, with repeated issues noted in penalties and situational play. The Packers will need to address these shortcomings moving forward in the season.

• 3:15 AMYahoo Sports — Packers fans frustrated over referees' flags thrown in loss to Vikings