Vikings rally past Packers with late-game penalties influencing outcome

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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Vikings rally past Packers with late-game penalties influencing outcome
Summary

The Minnesota Vikings staged a comeback against the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium, turning a 22-10 deficit into a possible victory with a series of touchdowns. The Packers faced three defensive penalties that helped the Vikings extend their drive in the fourth quarter. Criticism has emerged from Packers supporters regarding the calls, particularly an illegal contact and a roughing the passer penalty that granted the Vikings first downs during crucial moments. Both aspects of officiating are being examined as the game unfolds.

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  • Vikings trail 22-10 before rallying back in second half
  • Packers penalized three times on Vikings' go-ahead drive
  • Illegal contact and roughing the passer calls drew scrutiny
  • Game occurs at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 13, 2026
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  • 3:34 AMYahoo SportsDid the Packers get hosed? Examining critical calls in Vikings' wild comeback
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The Vikings were bailed out by three different Green Bay penalties on the drive that put them ahead.

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