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Vikings’ 22-point fourth quarter comeback beats Packers 39-22

By Drooid · Sep 20, 2026, 10:11 PM UTC · How we work

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Vikings Complete Comeback

Vikings completed a fourth-quarter comeback, beating the Packers 39-22.
Minnesota scored 22 unanswered points in the fourth quarter to secure the win.
Packers linebacker Lukas Van Ness was fined $17,911 for a blow to Carson Wentz’s head/neck in the third quarter.
Backup quarterback Carson Wentz completed 13 of 19 passes for 133 yards, three touchdowns and a 123.5 passer rating.

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Cooper Powers Defense

Edgerrin Cooper delivered a standout defensive performance, positioning himself as a potential All-Pro.
Christian Watson posted 147 receiving yards and two touchdowns, highlighted as a bright spot.
Sean Rhyan urged teammates to protect Jordan Love and simplify the offense before the Jets matchup.
The Packers marked the 22nd consecutive year an undrafted free agent made the roster, per Sturdivant.

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Packers Showcase Highlights

CBS aired a Packers special-teams highlight reel at halftime despite the team's second-half collapse.
The Packers' kicker missed the extra point after the first-half touchdown.
He then made three field goals, including successful 43-yard and 26-yard attempts.
The Packers will travel to face the New York Jets at noon on Sunday.
Concerns remain about the Packers' offensive line stability ahead of the Jets matchup.

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Vikings Complete Comeback

Vikings completed a fourth-quarter comeback, beating the Packers 39-22.
Minnesota scored 22 unanswered points in the fourth quarter to secure the win.
Packers linebacker Lukas Van Ness was fined $17,911 for a blow to Carson Wentz’s head/neck in the third quarter.
Backup quarterback Carson Wentz completed 13 of 19 passes for 133 yards, three touchdowns and a 123.5 passer rating.

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