The Green Bay Packers defeated the New York Jets 20–17 in overtime on September 20, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Green Bay entered the fourth quarter trailing by 10 points, but the Packers scored the final 13 points to complete a dramatic comeback. Jordan Love threw two touchdown passes, while rookie kicker Trey Smack made the decisive 26-yard field goal in overtime. The victory moved Green Bay to 1–1, while New York also finished the game at 1–1.
The Packers struggled for much of the afternoon, especially on third down, and finished with only 199 total yards. The Jets gained 285 yards and controlled possession for more than 37 minutes. However, Green Bay created enough late opportunities to recover from its fourth-quarter deficit. Christian Watson caught a touchdown pass, Smack tied the game with a field goal, and the Packers defense stopped New York’s opening overtime possession.
Final Score
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Bay Packers | 0 | 7 | 0 | 10 | 3 | 20 |
| New York Jets | 0 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 17 |
The Packers and Jets played a low-scoring first half before the game opened up after halftime. Green Bay scored the only touchdown of the second quarter when Jordan Love connected with MarShawn Lloyd. New York answered with a Braelon Allen rushing touchdown. The Jets then took control in the third quarter with a Garrett Wilson touchdown, building a 14–7 advantage before adding another field goal early in the fourth.
Green Bay’s comeback began with Love’s three-yard touchdown pass to Christian Watson. Trey Smack then kicked a 34-yard field goal with just over three minutes remaining in regulation to tie the game. Neither team scored before the end of regulation, sending the contest to overtime.
Match Overview
The opening quarter belonged to both defenses. Green Bay managed only six total yards during the first quarter, while New York also struggled to move consistently beyond midfield. The Packers faced early problems when wide receiver Jayden Reed and offensive tackle Zach Bako-Bewele left the game after injuries on consecutive plays. Despite those setbacks, Green Bay’s defense kept the Jets off the scoreboard.
The Jets eventually established more offensive control. Geno Smith completed 27 of 41 passes for 247 yards and one touchdown, while New York held the ball for 37:40. Green Bay, meanwhile, had only 26:57 of possession. The Jets also forced four Packers fumbles, although they recovered only one. Those defensive plays helped New York build its fourth-quarter lead.
Green Bay Packers Player Stats
Jordan Love finished 16 of 29 for 145 yards and two touchdowns without an interception. His numbers were modest because the Jets defense consistently pressured him and limited Green Bay to 199 total yards. Love was also sacked three times. Still, his fourth-quarter touchdown pass to Watson helped start the comeback and gave the Packers an opportunity to tie the game.
Green Bay’s rushing attack was led by rookie Kaleb Johnson, who carried eight times for 32 yards. MarShawn Lloyd added 20 yards on six carries and scored his first NFL touchdown on a six-yard reception from Love. Chris Brooks contributed 11 rushing yards and made an important 15-yard catch during the overtime drive.
Packers Passing Stats
| Player | Comp/Att | Pass Yards | TD | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Love | 16/29 | 145 | 2 | 0 |
Love completed just over half of his attempts, but both touchdown passes came at important moments. His first scoring pass went to Lloyd in the second quarter, while his second went to Watson in the fourth. Love then completed the key 14-yard pass to Matthew Golden in overtime that moved Green Bay inside the Jets’ 10-yard line.
Packers Rushing Stats
| Player | Carries | Rush Yards | TD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaleb Johnson | 8 | 32 | 0 |
| MarShawn Lloyd | 6 | 20 | 0 |
| Chris Brooks | 4 | 11 | 0 |
Green Bay finished with only 63 rushing yards, but Johnson produced two important runs during overtime. He gained 11 yards and then added three more yards to move the Packers into Jets territory. That sequence helped set up the passing plays that eventually placed Green Bay in field-goal range.
Packers Receiving Stats
| Player | Receptions | Yards | TD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Golden | 4 | 58 | 0 |
| Christian Watson | 4 | 41 | 1 |
| Tucker Kraft | 2 | 15 | 0 |
| MarShawn Lloyd | — | — | 1 |
Matthew Golden led Green Bay with 58 receiving yards on four catches. Watson caught four passes for 41 yards and scored the Packers’ fourth-quarter touchdown. Lloyd’s six-yard touchdown reception in the second quarter gave Green Bay its first touchdown of the afternoon.
New York Jets Player Stats
Geno Smith completed 27 of 41 passes for 247 yards and one touchdown. He did not throw an interception and finished with a 90.2 passer rating. Smith connected with Garrett Wilson for a five-yard touchdown that helped New York move ahead during the third quarter. His passing production was a major reason the Jets maintained control for long stretches.
Breece Hall led the Jets with 29 rushing yards on 16 carries, but he also caught five passes for 63 yards. Adonai Mitchell recorded six catches for 63 yards, while Garrett Wilson finished with five receptions for 57 yards and one touchdown. The Jets’ passing attack produced more yardage than Green Bay’s offense, but the Packers made the decisive plays late.
Jets Passing Stats
| Player | Comp/Att | Pass Yards | TD | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geno Smith | 27/41 | 247 | 1 | 0 |
Smith repeatedly moved the Jets downfield during the middle portions of the game. He led the five-play, 70-yard drive that ended with Wilson’s touchdown and gave New York a 14–7 lead. However, Green Bay’s defense produced consecutive sacks at the start of overtime, forcing the Jets to punt without gaining meaningful field position.
Jets Rushing Stats
| Player | Carries | Rush Yards | TD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breece Hall | 16 | 29 | 0 |
| Geno Smith | 5 | 17 | 0 |
| Isaiah Williams | 1 | 14 | 0 |
| Braelon Allen | — | — | 1 |
Hall struggled to find running room against Green Bay, averaging less than two yards per carry. His receiving work was much more productive, however, as he added 63 yards through the air. Allen provided New York’s rushing touchdown with a five-yard score in the second quarter.
Jets Receiving Stats
| Player | Receptions | Yards | TD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breece Hall | 5 | 63 | 0 |
| Adonai Mitchell | 6 | 63 | 0 |
| Garrett Wilson | 5 | 57 | 1 |
Mitchell and Hall led the Jets with 63 receiving yards each. Wilson added 57 yards and scored the team’s only passing touchdown. Wilson’s score came on a five-yard reception from Smith and gave New York a seven-point advantage in the third quarter.
Team Statistics
| Statistic | Packers | Jets |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 199 | 285 |
| Passing Yards | 136 | 218 |
| Rushing Yards | 63 | 67 |
| Plays | 50 | 72 |
| Yards per Play | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Possession | 26:57 | 37:40 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Penalties | 14 | 13 |
| Penalty Yards | 133 | 156 |
The Jets produced more yardage, ran 22 more plays and held the ball for nearly 11 additional minutes. New York also committed 13 accepted penalties for 156 yards, while Green Bay had 14 accepted penalties for 133 yards. Despite the statistical disadvantage, the Packers capitalized on their late scoring opportunities.
Key Highlights and Turning Points
One of the biggest turning points came early in the fourth quarter when Kingsley Enagbare forced a fumble from MarShawn Lloyd. Harrison Phillips recovered for New York at the Green Bay 19-yard line, and the Jets turned the short field into Jason Sanders’ 32-yard field goal. That kick extended New York’s lead to 17–7 with 11:04 remaining.
Green Bay answered immediately. Love connected with Watson for a three-yard touchdown, cutting the deficit to three points. Later, Skyy Moore returned a punt 63 yards to the Jets 19-yard line. The Packers could not score a touchdown, but Smack made a 34-yard field goal with 3:03 remaining to tie the game at 17–17.
Overtime Game-Winning Drive
New York won the overtime coin toss and chose to receive, but the Packers defense quickly changed the situation. Green Bay recorded two sacks of Smith, and a false-start penalty pushed the Jets into a third-and-30 situation. New York eventually had to punt, giving Love and the Packers another chance to finish the game.
Johnson opened the decisive drive with an 11-yard run, followed by another three-yard carry. Love then found Brooks for 15 yards, with an additional 15 yards added because of a defensive penalty. Golden followed with a 14-yard reception that moved Green Bay inside the 10-yard line. Smack then kicked the 26-yard winner with 5:23 remaining in overtime.
Final Match Summary
The Packers completed one of the game’s biggest comebacks by scoring 13 unanswered points after falling behind 17–7 in the fourth quarter. Love delivered two touchdown passes, Watson supplied the crucial fourth-quarter score, and Smack handled both the tying and winning field goals. Green Bay’s defense then stopped the Jets in overtime before the offense drove into scoring range.
The final statistics show how close the contest was despite Green Bay’s comeback. New York had 285 total yards compared with 199 for Green Bay, while the Jets controlled possession for 37:40. However, the Packers produced the final two scoring drives and avoided defeat. The 20–17 overtime victory ended Green Bay’s six-game losing streak and moved both teams to 1–1 after Week 2.
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