Vikings defense excels as they rally against Packers in Week 1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

The Minnesota Vikings staged a comeback against the Green Bay Packers on September 14, scoring 29 unanswered points to take the game 39-22. Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores employed a relentless strategy, blitzing quarterback Jordan Love on 78.3% of dropbacks, leading to four sacks and a significant pressure rate. The Vikings had trailed by 12 points in the second half before turning the game around. Flores' aggressive defensive play will be crucial as the team prepares to face the Chicago Bears next week, who scored 59 points in their opening game against the Carolina Panthers.
- •Vikings score 29 unanswered points against Packers
- •Brian Flores blitzes Jordan Love on 78.3% of plays
- •Defense records four sacks and high pressure rate
- •Vikings trailed by 12 points in second half
- •Next game is against Chicago Bears after their high-scoring opener
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Vikings DC Brian Flores was ruthless against the Packers in Week 1
"Brian Flores was relentless against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday.
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