Packers Film Room: Setting up a slant

Green Bay suffered a devastating collapse against Minnesota at U.S. Bank Stadium, largely spurred by a pivotal fourth-quarter coaching decision.

Leading 22-17 with 13:11 remaining, Packers head coach Matt LaFleur declined a successful 40-yard field goal from Trey Smack after Vikings defender Dallas Turner committed an offside infraction. Rather than securing an eight-point edge, Green Bay elected to attempt a fourth-and-1 sneak from Minnesota's 17-yard line with quarterback Jordan Love, who faced heavy pressure throughout the contest and was halted on the play.

The Vikings capitalized on the defensive stop to complete a comeback victory, aided significantly by the play of Blake Cashman. Prior to the turnaround, Minnesota endured a difficult first three quarters, during which Kyler Murray departed the game due to a concussion, forcing veteran backup Carson Wentz into action, while Christian Watson provided a massive spark for Green Bay with a pair of touchdowns, including an 81-yard score.

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