Green Bay
Packers
0-0
10
FINAL
48
Minnesota
Vikings
0-0
AI Recap
AI RECAPIn a commanding performance to kick off the 2026 season, the Minnesota Vikings crushed the Green Bay Packers with a final score of 48-10. This Week 1 matchup set the tone for the Vikings, showcasing their offensive firepower and solidifying their status as early contenders in the division.
Leading the charge for Minnesota was quarterback Kyler Murray, who threw for 253 yards and an impressive six touchdowns, demonstrating his ability to distribute the ball effectively. Wide receiver Justin Jefferson was a standout target, racking up 120 receiving yards and finding the end zone multiple times, while Demond Claiborne contributed with 40 rushing yards, adding balance to the offensive attack.
Defensively, the Vikings were relentless, with Josh Metellus leading the team with three total tackles. Dallas Turner made his presence felt with a key sack, while Isaiah Rodgers Sr. starred in the secondary, snatching two interceptions that shifted momentum decisively. The turning point came in the second quarter when a critical interception by Rodgers set up another quick touchdown, pushing the Vikings' lead to 28-3 and effectively sealing the game.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | YDS | TD | INT | RTG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyler Murray | QB | 26 | 15 | 253 | 6 | 1 | 114.2 |
| Jordan Love | QB | 22 | 12 | 143 | 1 | 5 | 50.1 |
| Josh Jacobs | HB | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Demond Claiborne | HB | 9 | 40 | 4.4 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
| Josh Jacobs | HB | 12 | 35 | 2.9 | 0 | 13 | 1 |
| Kyler Murray | QB | 1 | 7 | 7.0 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Skyy Moore | WR | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Jefferson | WR | 7 | 120 | 17.1 | 3 | 29 | 0 |
| Jordan Addison | WR | 5 | 90 | 18.0 | 2 | 48 | 1 |
| Christian Watson | WR | 4 | 62 | 15.5 | 1 | 37 | 0 |
| Josh Jacobs | HB | 5 | 50 | 10.0 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
| Jayden Reed | WR | 2 | 39 | 19.5 | 0 | 21 | 0 |
| Tyler Harrell | WR | 2 | 33 | 16.5 | 1 | 19 | 0 |
| T.J. Hockenson | TE | 1 | 10 | 10.0 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| Matthew Golden | WR | 1 | 3 | 3.0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Tucker Kraft | TE | 1 | -2 | -2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isaiah Rodgers Sr | CB | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Jakobe Thomas | SS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| James Pierre | CB | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Jake Golday | WILL | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Evan Williams | FS | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Dallas Turner | LEDG | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Josh Metellus | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Benjamin St-Juste | CB | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Chaz Chambliss | LEDG | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jamal Hill | WILL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Edgerrin Cooper | WILL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Caleb Banks | DT | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Zaire Franklin | MIKE | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Micah Parsons | REDG | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Keisean Nixon | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Xavier McKinney | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Harrison Smith | FS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lukas Van Ness | LEDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Domonique Orange | DT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Javon Bullard | SS | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trey Smack | K | 1 | 1 | 1 | 47 |
| Will Reichard | K | 2 | 2 | 6 | 62 |

