The Green Bay Packers had a massive time of possession advantage in Monday night’s 23-10 victory over the Minnesota Vikings, and that difference allowed the team to deploy its personnel in the most ideal fashion imaginable. With a 23-play advantage in offensive snaps, Green Bay’s defense was able to remain fresh while the offense wore down Minnesota’s excellent defense.
Three turnovers by the offense in the first half led to a choppy-feeling and frustrating start to the game, however. But the defense held firm after the first, forcing Minnesota to a field goal early, then gave up one touchdown and a turnover on downs after the final two giveaways.