Top Story Spotlight PACKERS How self-inflicted errors doomed Packers offense in key moments against Panthers Paul Bretl For the State Journal Nov 3, 2025 Nov 3, 2025 Updated Feb 8, 2026 Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save GREEN BAY — In most football games, there are numerous factors that determine the final outcome. To a degree, that applies to the Green Bay Packers in their 16-13 loss to the Carolina Panthers on Sunday afternoon at Lambeau Field.kA 4=2DDlQE?4>D\:?=:?6\=:?<Qmk2 9C67lQ9EEADi^^>25:D@?]4@>^E?4>D^2DD6E^65:E@C:2=^e`ehgcbf\4gb3\cc2d\32d6\c42774a6cad`Qm!@=K:?i !24<6CD E2=<:?8 A@:?ED 7C@> vC66? q2J’D `e\`b =@DD E@ r2C@=:?2k^2mk^AmkAm!6?2=E:6D[ EFC?@G6CD[ 2?5 ?@E 36:?8 23=6 E@ DE@A E96 CF? H6C6 2== 4@?EC:3FE:?8 724E@CD] qFE E96C6VD @?6 @3G:@FD C62D@? 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Offense gets lowest marks in Packers’ loss to Panthers State Journal columnist Jim Polzin grades the Green Bay Packers’ performance in their 16-13 loss to the Carolina Panthers.
Polzin: Packers talking points from Green Bay’s 16-13 loss to Carolina Green Bay couldn't get out of its own way for most of Sunday's game, falling to a road underdog that was given little chance to pull off a victory.
Poll: How would you grade the Packers' performance vs. Panthers The Packers couldn't get much going on offense and fell to the Panthers at Lambeau Field. What did you make of Green Bay's efforts?
Packers tight end carted into locker room with knee injury The young star, who has put up big performances this season, left the game as Green Bay was struggling to score against Carolina.
Where a key Packers offensive leader stands after leaving loss with injury The Green Bay offense suffered what appears to be a significant injury to a key contributor on Sunday. Here's the latest on the injury, and th…
Tickets on sale today for AC/DC at Camp Randall Stadium next summer The AC/DC show at Camp Randall will be Sunday, July 19 at 7 p.m.
Panthers' rushing attack proves deadly in handing Packers a home loss Rico Dowdle and Carolina came into Lambeau Field and bullied the Green Bay defense for a good portion of Sunday's road victory.
Packers provide injury update on key offensive leader Green Bay's budding star suffered a right knee injury in Sunday's game against Carolina after colliding with a teammate. Here's the latest aft…
Holes still evident on roster despite Packers' decision to stand pat on deadline day A deep dive into where Green Bay's roster stands after a quiet trade deadline that did little to answer the team's question marks.
Why it will take a team effort for Packers to overcome loss of key player While some players will be called on more than others after an offensive leader's season-ending injury, the reality is that overcoming the set…
3 concerns the Packers face in their matchup with Eagles Green Bay's run defense struggled in last week's loss to the Panthers. Here's what else the Packers need to look out for Monday night.
