{
  "id": 7203510,
  "title": "Matt LaFleur criticized by Packers fans in blowing another lead",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/matt-lafleur-criticized-by-packers-fans-in-blowing-another-lead-7203510",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-13T23:58:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/matt-lafleur-criticized-packers-fans-235817272.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Green Bay Packers, as they embarked on a new season, exhibited a pattern once again of blowing leads. During their game against the Minnesota Vikings on September 13, 2026, at U.S. Bank Stadium, the Packers took a commanding lead in the third quarter, 22-10. However, their lead was short-lived as they ultimately lost the game 39-22. The final quarter saw the Vikings capitalize on a series of poor decisions by Packers head coach Matt LaFleur, leading to their overwhelming victory.\n\nLast year, the Packers experienced a similar collapse against the Chicago Bears, succumbing to a 39-17 defeat in the final quarter. This pattern of implosions continued in 2026, with fans criticizing LaFleur for his poor decision-making. A decision made early in the fourth quarter, where LaFleur opted to take 5 yards instead of three points after Trey Smack scored a field goal, ultimately set the stage for the team's downfall. This move allowed the Vikings to score on their subsequent possession, altering the momentum and ultimately leading to their crushing victory.",
  "summary": "Matt LaFleur's decision to take points off the board in fourth quarter of eventual loss to Vikings is leaving Packers fans frustrated.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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        "title": "Matt LaFleur criticized by Packers fans in blowing another lead",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/matt-lafleur-criticized-by-packers-fans-in-blowing-another-lead",
        "published": "2026-09-13T23:58:17.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}