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2. A dismal 2nd quarter
The Vikings led 7-3 early in the second quarter when Minnesota's defense made a terrific fourth-down stop at its own 1-yard line.
But things quickly went south for the rest of the quarter, as Kirk Cousins was sacked for a safety just two plays later.
The Packers kicked a field goal for an 8-7 lead soon after, and Minnesota's offense lost five total yards and took a sack on the ensuing three-and-out.
Rodgers threw a 24-yard score to Davante Adams and then a 45-yard touchdown pass to Marquez Valdes-Scantling before the half was over as Green Bay ripped off 19 unanswered points.
3. No answer for Alexander
The Vikings didn't have an answer for Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander, who was involved in a pair of game-changing plays Sunday.
Alexander sacked Cousins on a blitz midway through the second quarter to record his first career safety and first solo sack.
The former first-round pick later intercepted Cousins with just over 30 seconds left in the first half. Two plays later, the Packers scored on a 45-yard touchdown pass.
It was Alexander's fourth-career interception and first against the Vikings.