Remembering a Random Packers Game: The Minnesota Vikings
Another look back at a random game from a storied rivalry between the Packers and Vikings.
On November 21st, 2005, the 90th matchup between the Green Bay Packers and the Minnesota Vikings took place. The Packers, who had lost their starting receiver Javon Walker to a torn ACL in Week 1, along with both running backs Ahman Green and Najeh Davenport being placed on injured reserve, entered the game with a 2-7 record. The Vikings, who had recently lost their starting quarterback Daunte Culpepper to a severe knee injury, replaced him with veteran Brad Johnson, who had led the team to two consecutive wins.
The first score of the game came on the Packers' drive after a couple of big plays, including a 30-yard pass to RB Samkon Gado and a 15-yard pass to WR Donald Driver. The Vikings responded with an interception by S Nick Collins, and despite both teams combining for six straight punts, the Packers took a 14-7 halftime lead. The game remained scoreless until the third quarter, when the Vikings' running back Ciatrick Fason rushed for a 1-yard touchdown, tying the score at 14-14.
The Vikings went on to win the game 20-17, with Paul Edinger's 27-yard field goal sealing the victory. Brett Favre finished the day 20 of 33 for 227 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions, while Donald Driver had 5 catches on 9 targets for 84 yards and 2 touchdowns. The Packers finished the season 4-12, marking their first losing record since 1991.
Written by urgent.news from Yahoo Sports's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
