Willie Colon predicts Packers will win NFC North despite Vikings' perfect record
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 9:35 AM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
Willie Colon has predicted that the Green Bay Packers will win the NFC North, despite the Minnesota Vikings currently holding a 5-0 record. Colon praised the Packers' defense, stating they play with purpose and an edge. As of now, the Packers sit second in the division with a 4-2 record, alongside the Chicago Bears, while the Detroit Lions are at the bottom with a 3-2 record. The Packers will face the Lions on Sunday, and the Vikings aim for a 6-0 record against the Indianapolis Colts on October 25.
- •Vikings lead NFC North with a 5-0 record.
- •Packers sit second with a 4-2 record.
- •Colon believes Packers' defense gives them an edge.
- •Packers face Lions on Sunday, October 22.
- •Vikings will play the Colts on October 25.
- 9:35 AMYahoo Sports — Super Bowl champion thinks another team will win NFC North ahead of undefeated Vikings
"The NFC North is one of the most tightly contested divisions in the NFL right now and Willie Colon has now named who he thinks will win it. At present, the Minnesota Vikings, who have already had a bye this season, top the table with a record of 5-0.
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