Green Bay Packers vs Minnesota Vikings, Week 18 2025
Green Bay Packers
Away
3
Minnesota Vikings
HomeWon
16
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Packers | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Vikings | 3 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 16 |
GB 3MIN 16 Final
Passing leader
8.0PPR pts
14/23, 182 YDS
Top fantasy scorer
18.4PPR pts
8 REC, 101 YDS
Packers leader
6.1PPR pts
13 ATT, 61 YDS
Defensive playmaker
Dallas Turner
2 SACK, 6 TKL
Vikings 16, Packers 3: Minnesota beats Green Bay
Minnesota led 13–0 at halftime to win 16–3. The Vikings finished with a 363–121 edge in total offense and averaged 5.7 yards per play.
Green Bay didn't get on the board until the fourth quarter.
The Packers went 3-for-12 on third down, while the Vikings kept the ball for 33:30.
The two teams meet again in Week 10 of 2026. If you roster anyone from either side, run the start/sit call in Redraft Command and it will weigh your lineup, your opponent and your league scoring, not only the player rankings.
Key advantages
- +3.3 yards/play MIN 5.7 · GB 2.4
- +242 total yards MIN 363 · GB 121
- +7:00 time of possession MIN 33:30 · GB 26:30
Game Highlights
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Why the Vikings Won
Minnesota won the efficiency and time of possession battles.
| Packers | Stat | Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| 2.4 | Yards per play | 5.7 |
| 121 | Total yards | 363 |
| 26:30 | Time of possession | 33:30 |
| Other team stats | ||
| 50 | Plays | 64 |
| 0 | Turnovers | 1 |
| 25% | Third-down conversion | 20% |
Scoring Summary
The Vikings scored one touchdown and three field goals; the Packers scored one field goal.
| Time | Team | Play | GB | MIN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st quarter | ||||
| 10:27 | MIN | Will Reichard 43-yard FG Takes lead | 0 | 3 |
| 2nd quarter | ||||
| 3:02 | MIN | Will Reichard 25-yard FG Extends lead | 0 | 6 |
| 0:23 | MIN | C.J. Ham 1-yard TD run Extends leadWill Reichard XP | 0 | 13 |
| 3rd quarter | ||||
| No scoring | ||||
| 4th quarter | ||||
| 4:09 | MIN | Will Reichard 37-yard FG Extends lead | 0 | 16 |
| 0:00 | GB | Brandon McManus 24-yard FG | 3 | 16 |
Fantasy Points: Packers vs Vikings, Week 18 2025
Fantasy leaders
- Justin Jefferson18.4 PTSWR9
- Jordan Mason9.4 PTSRB25
- J.J. McCarthy8.0 PTSQB26
- Jalen Nailor7.9 PTSWR37
Player Stats
Quarterbacks
| Player | FPTS | FIN | CMP/ATT | Pass YDS | TD | INT | Rush ATT | Rush YDS | Rush TD | Rate | Start/Sit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.J. McCarthy | 8.0 | QB26 | 14/23 | 182 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 85.8 | Start/Sit → |
| Max Brosmer | 0.3 | QB38 | 7/8 | 57 | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | 96.4 | |
| Clayton Tune | 3.7 | QB32 | 6/11 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 23 | 0 | 60.4 |
WRs, RBs, & TEs
| Player | FPTS | FIN | POS | Rush ATT | Rush YDS | Rush TD | TGT | REC | Rec YDS | Rec TD | Start/Sit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Jefferson | 18.4 | WR9 | WR | 1 | 3 | 0 | 11 | 8 | 101 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Jordan Mason | 9.4 | RB25 | RB | 14 | 94 | 0 | — | — | — | — | |
| Jalen Nailor | 7.9 | WR37 | WR | — | — | — | 3 | 3 | 49 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Ty Chandler | 6.4 | RB40 | RB | 10 | 23 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 11 | 0 | |
| Chris Brooks | 6.1 | RB44 | RB | 13 | 61 | 0 | — | — | — | — | Start/Sit → |
| Emanuel Wilson | 5.8 | RB48 | RB | 18 | 44 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Josh Oliver | 4.9 | TE34 | TE | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | 29 | 0 | |
| Jakobie Keeney-James | 3.5 | WR68 | WR | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | 15 | 0 | |
| Ben Sims | 2.8 | TE42 | TE | — | — | — | 4 | 1 | 18 | 0 | |
| Zavier Scott | 2.7 | RB65 | RB | 3 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Ben Yurosek | 1.9 | TE50 | TE | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 9 | 0 | |
| Jordan Addison | 1.8 | WR91 | WR | — | — | — | 3 | 1 | 8 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Matthew Golden | 1.8 | WR92 | WR | — | — | — | 3 | 1 | 8 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Josh Whyle | 1.4 | TE59 | TE | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
| Drake Dabney | 1.3 | TE60 | TE | — | — | — | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | |
| Bo Melton | 0.0 | — | WR | — | — | — | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Start/Sit → |
Fantasy Points vs Expected
Expected points (xFP) are what a player's pass attempts, carries and targets are worth at the league's average rates; the difference is what the player made of them.
- Biggest overperformer+5.3C.J. Ham7.7 PTS vs 2.4 xFP
- Biggest underperformer−7.5Emanuel Wilson5.8 PTS vs 13.3 xFP
- Highest expected volume19.4 xFPJustin Jefferson18.4 PTS scored
| Player | PTS | xFP | vs xFP | Snap% | Usage | Rte% | Pass att | Car | Car% | Tgt | Tgt% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin JeffersonMIN · WR | 18.4 | 19.4 | −1.0 | — | 37% tgt | — | 0 | 1 | 3% | 11 | 37% |
| Emanuel WilsonGB · RB | 5.8 | 13.3 | −7.5 | — | 51% car | — | 0 | 18 | 51% | 1 | 10% |
| Ty ChandlerMIN · RB | 6.4 | 13.3 | −6.9 | — | 32% car | — | 0 | 10 | 32% | 4 | 13% |
| J.J. McCarthyMIN · QB | 8.0 | 11.5 | −3.5 | — | 23 att | — | 23 | 2 | 6% | 0 | 0% |
| Jordan MasonMIN · RB | 9.4 | 9.0 | +0.4 | — | 45% car | — | 0 | 14 | 45% | 0 | 0% |
| Chris BrooksGB · RB | 6.1 | 8.4 | −2.3 | — | 37% car | — | 0 | 13 | 37% | 0 | 0% |
| Clayton TuneGB · QB | 3.7 | 7.5 | −3.8 | — | 11 att | — | 11 | 4 | 11% | 0 | 0% |
| Ben SimsMIN · TE | 2.8 | 6.8 | −4.0 | — | 13% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 4 | 13% |
| Jalen NailorMIN · WR | 7.9 | 5.1 | +2.8 | — | 10% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 3 | 10% |
| Jordan AddisonMIN · WR | 1.8 | 5.1 | −3.3 | — | 10% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 3 | 10% |
| Matthew GoldenGB · WR | 1.8 | 5.1 | −3.3 | — | 30% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 3 | 30% |
| Max BrosmerMIN · QB | 0.3 | 3.6 | −3.3 | — | 8 att | — | 8 | 0 | 0% | 0 | 0% |
| Zavier ScottMIN · RB | 2.7 | 3.6 | −0.9 | — | 10% car | — | 0 | 3 | 10% | 1 | 3% |
| Drake DabneyGB · TE | 1.3 | 3.4 | −2.1 | — | 20% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 2 | 20% |
| Jakobie Keeney-JamesGB · WR | 3.5 | 3.4 | +0.1 | — | 20% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 2 | 20% |
| Josh OliverMIN · TE | 4.9 | 3.4 | +1.5 | — | 7% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 2 | 7% |
| C.J. HamMIN · RB | 7.7 | 2.4 | +5.3 | — | 3% tgt | — | 0 | 1 | 3% | 1 | 3% |
| Ben YurosekMIN · TE | 1.9 | 1.7 | +0.2 | — | 3% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 1 | 3% |
| Bo MeltonGB · WR | 0.0 | 1.7 | −1.7 | — | 10% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 1 | 10% |
| Josh WhyleGB · TE | 1.4 | 1.7 | −0.3 | — | 10% tgt | — | 0 | 0 | 0% | 1 | 10% |
Team totals: Packers 10 targets and 35 carries; Vikings 30 targets and 31 carries. Shares are from the box score. Snap counts aren't available for this game. Route counts, air yards and red-zone touches appear when the tracking feed is connected. League-average rates from the 2025 season: 1.70 PPR points per target (67% catch rate), 0.65 per carry and 0.44 per pass attempt. They don't adjust for field position or target depth.
Fantasy Verdicts
Clayton Tune
6 of 11 passing for 34 yards; 4 carries for 23 yards.
Verdict: The points matched the role, 7.5 expected.
J.J. McCarthy
14 of 23 passing for 182 yards; 2 carries for 7 yards.
Verdict: The points matched the role, 11.5 expected.
No interceptions after 4 in the previous four games. Fewest points since Week 12.
Emanuel Wilson Unlucky
1 target (10% of the team's), 1 catch for 4 yards; 18 carries (51% of the team's) for 44 yards.
Verdict: The role was there, worth 13.3 points at league-average rates; the production wasn't.
Chris Brooks
13 carries (37% of the team's) for 61 yards.
Verdict: The points matched the role, 8.4 expected.
Season high in carries (13). Best fantasy game of the season.
Justin Jefferson Volume, no payoff
11 targets (37% of the team's), 8 catches for 101 yards; 1 carry (3% of the team's) for 3 yards.
Verdict: The points matched the role, 19.4 expected.
Best score since Week 5.
Ty Chandler Unlucky
4 targets (13% of the team's), 3 catches for 11 yards; 10 carries (32% of the team's) for 23 yards.
Verdict: The role was there, worth 13.3 points at league-average rates; the production wasn't.
Trend: Season high in carries (10).
C.J. Ham Ran hot
1 target (3% of the team's), 1 catch for 6 yards; 1 carry (3% of the team's) for 1 yard and 1 touchdown.
Verdict: The opportunities were worth 2.4 points; the touchdowns supplied the rest, and they are the part least likely to repeat.
Fantasy Matchups
Fantasy points allowed per game by position, 2025 through Week 18.
| Points allowed to | Packers D | Vikings D |
|---|---|---|
| QBs | 15.2 | 11.5 |
| RBs | 21.1 | 19.0 |
| WRs | 31.0 | 23.5 |
| TEs | 12.1 | 10.7 |
Regular season, summed from each game's box score and scored with this page's rules.
How the Game Swung
Minnesota opened at 84% win probability and passed 98% before halftime on the way to the win.
Vikings win probability
Key Swings
- +5Reichard 43-yd FG83% → 88%Q1 10:27
- +6Reichard 25-yd FG85% → 91%Q2 3:02
- +7Ham 1-yd TD run91% → 98%Q2 0:23
Swing in Vikings win probability, in points
Play Calling and Possessions
| Green Bay Packers | Measure | Minnesota Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| 50 | Plays | 64 |
| 30% | Pass rate | 52% |
| -0.5 | Yds / dropback | 6.8 |
| 3.7 | Yds / carry | 4.4 |
| 3/12 | Third downs | 2/10 |
Efficiency edge Minnesota ran 14 more plays and gained 7.3 more yards per dropback.
- Top targets
- GB Golden 30% · Dabney 20% · Keeney-James 20%
- MIN Jefferson 37% · Sims 13% · Chandler 13%
Possession Results
| Result | GB | MIN |
|---|---|---|
| Touchdowns | 0 | 1 |
| Field goals | 1 | 3 |
| Punts | 8 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 0 | 1 |
GB turnover edge: +1
- The Vikings opened the scoring on their first possession, a 8-play, 46-yard drive that ended in a field goal.
- The Vikings drained the clock with two second-half drives of five to six minutes.
All 19 possessions, drive by drive
| Team | Start | Plays | Yards | Time | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIN | Q1 15:00 | 8 | 46 | 4:33 | Field goal |
| GB | Q1 10:27 | 3 | 1 | 1:25 | Punt |
| MIN | Q1 9:02 | 4 | 20 | 2:37 | Punt |
| GB | Q1 6:25 | 4 | 2 | 2:25 | Punt |
| MIN | Q1 4:00 | 5 | 21 | 3:23 | Punt |
| GB | Q1 0:37 | 3 | 12 | 2:03 | Punt |
| MIN | Q2 13:34 | 3 | 4 | 1:00 | Punt |
| GB | Q2 12:34 | 6 | 17 | 3:30 | Punt |
| MIN | Q2 9:04 | 14 | 84 | 6:02 | Field goal |
| GB | Q2 3:02 | 3 | -14 | 1:15 | Punt |
| MIN | Q2 1:47 | 9 | 59 | 1:24 | Touchdown |
| GB | Q2 0:23 | 1 | -1 | 0:23 | End of half |
| GB | Q3 15:00 | 7 | 26 | 4:25 | Punt |
| MIN | Q3 10:35 | 5 | 19 | 3:27 | Punt |
| GB | Q3 7:08 | 8 | 28 | 5:16 | Punt |
| MIN | Q3 1:52 | 9 | 74 | 5:29 | Fumble |
| GB | Q4 11:23 | 3 | -6 | 1:39 | Punt |
| MIN | Q4 9:44 | 10 | 63 | 5:35 | Field goal |
| GB | Q4 4:09 | 13 | 56 | 4:09 | Field goal |
About these numbers
Possessions that ended with the clock running out at the half or the end of the game aren't counted.
Personnel groupings, average depth of target and pass rate over expected appear when the tracking feed is connected.
Packers vs Vikings Head-to-Head
The Packers and Vikings first met in 1961 and have played 132 times since. They have been NFC North rivals since 1970.
- All-time series
- 67–62–3Packers lead, 132 meetings since 1961
- Postseason
- 1–1Packers won in 2012; Vikings won in 2004
- Largest Packers win
- 45–72011
- Largest Vikings win
- 42–71986
Since 2021
7–4 Vikings lead
11 meetings since the 2021 season, regular season and playoffs.
Oldest to newest. V = Vikings win, P = Packers win, outlined = this game.
2026 Meetings
- Week 10 Vikings at Packers Upcoming
Recent Meetings
- 2026 Wk 1 Packers at Vikings, 2026 Wk 1 recap MIN 39 GB 22 MIN W
- 2025 Wk 18 Packers at Vikings MIN 16 GB 3 MIN W
- 2025 Wk 12 Vikings at Packers, 2025 Wk 12 recap GB 23 MIN 6 GB W
- 2024 Wk 17 Packers at Vikings, 2024 Wk 17 recap MIN 27 GB 25 MIN W
- 2024 Wk 4 Vikings at Packers, 2024 Wk 4 recap MIN 31 GB 29 MIN W
- 2023 Wk 17 Packers at Vikings, 2023 Wk 17 recap GB 33 MIN 10 GB W
- 2023 Wk 8 Vikings at Packers, 2023 Wk 8 recap MIN 24 GB 10 MIN W
- 2022 Wk 17 Vikings at Packers, 2022 Wk 17 recap GB 41 MIN 17 GB W
- 2022 Wk 1 Packers at Vikings, 2022 Wk 1 recap MIN 23 GB 7 MIN W
- 2021 Wk 17 Vikings at Packers, 2021 Wk 17 recap GB 37 MIN 10 GB W
- 2021 Wk 11 Packers at Vikings, 2021 Wk 11 recap MIN 34 GB 31 MIN W
Season to Date (Through Week 18)
The 2025 regular season, from each game's box score.
| Packers | Stat | Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| 9-7-1 | Record | 9-8 |
| 23.0 | Points per game | 20.2 |
| 332.6 | Yards per game | 275.0 |
| 5.6 | Yards per play | 4.9 |
| 21.2 | Points allowed per game | 19.6 |
| 311.8 | Yards allowed per game | 282.6 |
Packers vs Vikings Odds and Results
How this game finished against the betting lines.
- Spread
- MIN −13.5Vikings failed to cover by 0.5
- Total
- 37.5Under: 19 points scored (by 18.5)
Expected vs Actual Scoring
| Team | Implied | Actual | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vikings | 25.5 | 16 | −9.5 |
| Packers | 12.0 | 3 | −9.0 |
Both offenses finished under the market's expectation, which matches the low fantasy output in the Fantasy tab.
Betting Trends
Last 5 meetings: Packers 3–2 ATS, overs 3–2.
Each team's 2025 season through this game. Over/under is overs first.
Green Bay Packers
- Against the spread
- 3–3
- Over/under
- 4–2
- ATS as favorite
- 1–2
- ATS as underdog
- 1–1
- ATS on the road
- 2–2
Minnesota Vikings
- Against the spread
- 4–2
- Over/under
- 1–5
- ATS as favorite
- 2–1
- ATS as underdog
- 2–1
- ATS at home
- 2–1
Lines: ESPN's consensus, captured at kickoff. Individual sportsbooks varied.
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Packers vs Vikings Fantasy Outlook for 2026
One meeting is left on the 2026 schedule: Week 10 in Green Bay. Here's how to decide who to play in your league.
- Start/Sit ToolShould your Packers or Vikings player start in Week 10? Compare the decision against your other options.
- Fantasy Football ProjectionsSee the latest weekly and rest-of-season projections for Packers and Vikings players.
- Fantasy Points Allowed by PositionHow the Packers and Vikings defenses have treated QBs, RBs, WRs and TEs.
- Strength of ScheduleWhere this matchup falls in each team's fantasy playoff run.
- Redraft CommandConnect your league for personalized lineup, trade and roster advice.
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Packers vs Vikings Game FAQ
Who won the 2025 Packers vs Vikings Week 18 game?
The Minnesota Vikings beat the Green Bay Packers 16–3 in Week 18 of the 2025 season. The game was played at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN, on January 4, 2026. See the Vikings' 2025 schedule.
What was the final score of Packers vs Vikings?
The final score was Vikings 16, Packers 3. The Vikings led 13–0 at halftime, and the second half went Packers 3, Vikings 3.
What happened in the Packers vs Vikings game?
Minnesota led 13–0 at halftime to win 16–3. The Vikings finished with a 363–121 edge in total offense and averaged 5.7 yards per play. Justin Jefferson led all players with 8 catches for 101 yards, plus a carry for 3 rushing yards. The Vikings committed 1 turnover, the Packers none.
Who scored the most fantasy points in Packers vs Vikings?
Justin Jefferson led the game with 18.4 PPR fantasy points, the WR9 of Week 18, on 8 catches for 101 yards, plus a carry for 3 rushing yards. Jordan Mason was next with 9.4 (RB25). See Justin Jefferson's 2025 game log.
Who led Packers vs Vikings in passing, rushing and receiving?
J.J. McCarthy (MIN) led all passers with 14 of 23 for 182 yards. Jordan Mason (MIN) led in rushing with 14 carries for 94 yards. Justin Jefferson (MIN) led in receiving with 8 catches for 101 yards.
How many fantasy points did Justin Jefferson score against the Packers?
Justin Jefferson scored 18.4 points in PPR leagues, 14.4 in half-PPR and 10.4 in standard scoring against the Packers in Week 18 of the 2025 season, on 8 catches for 101 yards, plus a carry for 3 rushing yards. He drew 37% of his team's targets.
Who outperformed and underperformed expected fantasy points in Packers vs Vikings?
C.J. Ham outperformed his expected fantasy points the most, scoring 7.7 PPR points on 2.4 xFP (+5.3). Emanuel Wilson fell furthest short, with 5.8 points on 13.3 xFP (−7.5). A gap either way reflects efficiency and touchdowns in one game; it is not a forecast. For matchups ahead, see fantasy points allowed by position.
How did the Vikings beat the Packers?
The Vikings beat the Packers 16–3 because they averaged 5.7 yards per play to 2.4 and outgained them 363–121.
Which team won the turnover battle in Packers vs Vikings?
The Packers won the turnover battle 1–0: the Vikings gave the ball away 1 time and the Packers not at all. The Vikings won the game anyway.
What is the all-time Packers vs Vikings record?
The Packers lead the all-time series 67–62–3 across 132 meetings since 1961, including a 1–1 record in the postseason.
When did the Packers and Vikings last play before this game?
Before Week 18 of 2025, they last met in the 2025 season on November 23, 2025, when the Packers beat the Vikings 23–6.
Have the Packers and Vikings met in the playoffs?
Yes, 2 times, most recently in the 2012 playoffs. The Packers are 1–1 against the Vikings in the postseason.
What was the closing spread for Packers vs Vikings?
The consensus closing spread at kickoff was Vikings −13.5, making the Minnesota Vikings 13.5-point favorites, with a closing total of 37.5. That implied about 25.5 points for the Vikings and 12.0 for the Packers.
Did Packers vs Vikings go over or under the total?
The game went under. The consensus closing total was 37.5, and the teams combined for 19 points, 18.5 under the number.
Who covered the spread in Packers vs Vikings?
The Packers covered as 13.5-point underdogs against the closing line of Vikings −13.5. The final margin was 13 points.