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NFL News / Green Bay Packers on SI / September 12

Three Reasons Why Packers Will Beat Vikings in Week 1 Rivalry Showdown

Almost exactly eight months after the Green Bay Packers’ Super Bowl aspirations imploded in gory fashion in the playoffs at Chicago, they will give it another shot when they kick off the 2026 season at the Minnesota Vikings.

Bo Melton News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 12

Packers Call Up Two Including WR Bo Melton For Week 1

The Green Bay Packers officially elevated WR Bo Melton and LB Kristian Welch for Week 1’s game against the Vikings. Melton, 27, was a seventh-round draft pick by the Seahawks out of Rutgers in the 2022 draft.

Tucker Kraft News / Athlon Sports / September 12

Where Does Tucker Kraft Stand Among NFL TEs After Packers' $92 Million Decision

Tucker Kraft and the Green Bay Packers are heading into the 2026 season with plenty riding on his return. The tight end has turned into one of Green Bay’s most dangerous offensive weapons, lining up alongside Jordan Love, Josh Jacobs and Jayden Reed.

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The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

There have been 22 quarterbacks in NFL history to throw for 4,500 yards and 15 interceptions in the same season. How many can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

The 'Multiple 4K passing-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The '3-TD, 3-INT NFL games' quiz

Tucker Kraft News / EssentiallySports / September 12

Packers Put an End to Tucker Kraft’s Contract Dispute as TE Secures Major $92 Million Paycheck

Earlier, when the Green Bay Packers extended defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt for three years at $57 million, everyone started predicting Tucker Kraft would be next in line.

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / September 12

Packers confirm suspicion with one final move that completes their clever Week 1 strategy against the Vikings

Green Bay elevated wide receiver Bo Melton from the practice squad for gameday, as well as linebacker Kristian Welch. The Green Bay Packers confirmed the suspicion and completed the roster management strategy they started on Friday.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / September 12

What Latest Packers Roster Moves Mean for Week 1 at Vikings

Before hopping on the plane for Minneapolis on Saturday, the Green Bay Packers made some roster moves to get ready for Sunday’s season-opening game at the Vikings.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / September 12

Packers show confidence in Tucker Kraft with massive extension

It's not very common to see a player coming off a torn ACL receive a massive contract extension. In the case of Kraft, though, that is exactly what took place just ahead of a Week 1 showdown against the division rival Minnesota Vikings.

Three key questions the Packers must answer against the Vikings

Packers may finally get clarity on Josh Jacobs' punishment

Packers GM Brian Gutekunst sounds confident in his big RB gamble

The '2025 NFL yards-per-catch leaders' quiz

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The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz

The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz

Tucker Kraft News / Pro Football Rumors / September 12

Packers To Extend TE Tucker Kraft

The Packers are keeping tight end Tucker Kraft around for the long haul. The team and player have agreed to a four-year, $75MM extension that could max out at $92MM, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Tucker Kraft News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 12

Packers Signing TE Tucker Kraft To Four-Year, $75M Extension

Ian Rapoport reports that the Packers are signing TE Tucker Kraft to a four-year, $75 million contract extension ahead of Week 1. The deal makes Kraft the league’s highest-paid tight end and is worth up to $92 million, including a $26 million signing bonus.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / September 12

Packers’ Trey Smack Kicked in Tough College Stadiums (Including ‘Overrated’ One)

When Green Bay Packers kicker Trey Smack jogs onto the field for the first kicks of his NFL career on Sunday at the Minnesota Vikings, about 67,000 screaming fans will be encouraging him to, well, choke.

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / September 12

Packers Final Injury Report Before Season Opener

The NFL season has finally begun. Green Bay will open their season Sunday at 4:25 PM EST at the Minnesota Vikings. Here is the Packers final injury report before the season opener.

Jordan Love News / Green Bay Packers on SI / September 12

Supercomputer Loves the Packers But Hates Top Rival

NFL games aren’t played on paper. They’re not played on silicon, either. However, one supercomputer thinks pretty highly of the Green Bay Packers’ chances of winning the Super Bowl.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 12

Vikings DC Brian Flores’ gameplan to stop Jordan Love needs to include this one thing to secure a victory vs. Packers

The Minnesota Vikings have gotten the best of Jordan Love at times, and the path to doing so again is clear. One thing that has hindered the Minnesota Vikings over the last few seasons has been Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love.

Micah Parsons News / HITC / September 12

‘I’m glad’: Vikings coach Wes Phillips makes feelings clear on Micah Parsons before Packers game

The Minnesota Vikings will not have to deal with Micah Parsons when they face the Green Bay Packers in Week 1, and offensive coordinator Wes Phillips has made his feelings clear about the absence.

Green Bay Packers News / Viral Sports News / September 12

Packers' Matt LaFleur makes telling Josh Jacobs statement

Josh Jacobs remains barred from practicing or playing while the NFL reviews the case.

Packers may finally get clarity on Josh Jacobs' punishment

Three key questions the Packers must answer against the Vikings

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / September 11

Brian Gutekunst gets creative in order to keep Bo Melton with the Packers

Bo Melton was moved from the active roster to the practice squad without going through the waiver process.

Aaron Rodgers will eventually return to Green Bay as a hero

Packers GM Brian Gutekunst sounds confident in his big RB gamble

Insider addresses Tucker Kraft's contract discussions with Packers

Packers may finally get clarity on Josh Jacobs' punishment

Three key questions the Packers must answer against the Vikings

The 'Most 10-sack NFL seasons' quiz

Bo Melton News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 11

Packers Re-Signing WR Bo Melton To Practice Squad

According to Adam Schefter, the Packers are re-signing WR Bo Melton to their practice squad on Friday. Melton, 27, was a seventh-round draft pick by the Seahawks out of Rutgers in the 2022 draft.

Green Bay Packers News / Pro Football Rumors / September 11

No Timeline For Suspension Of Packers RB Josh Jacobs

Yesterday saw an end to Josh Jacobs’ legal case. The Packers running back entered a plea of no contest to the two misdemeanor charges he faced. Jacobs now has five conditions stemming from his damage to property count (including restitution to the victim) along with a $1K fine due to his battery count.

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / September 11

Three key questions the Packers must answer against the Vikings

Following a disappointing loss to the Bears in the Wild Card Round of last season's playoffs, the Green Bay Packers are likely eager to start the new season on a high note.

Packers GM Brian Gutekunst sounds confident in his big RB gamble

Aaron Rodgers will eventually return to Green Bay as a hero

Jordan Love News / PackersTalk.com / September 11

Packers Will Start With Heavy Lean On Love

It’s time, Week 1 of the 2026 Packers regular season kicks off on Sunday against division rivals, the Minnesota Vikings. It’s hard to believe it’s finally happening.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 10