Packers Lose a Future MVP — Defensive Player of the Year Candidate Dies at 20
Killed in Horrific Crash That Has the Nation in Shock
The Green Bay Packers community is overwhelmed with grief after heartbreaking news confirmed the death of a rising defensive phenom, a 20-year-old standout many scouts believed could one day become a
The young star was tragically killed in a violent head-on collision on U.S. 82 earlier this week. Authorities reported that the impact was so severe that both drivers were pronounced dead at the scene, a sudden, devastating loss that has sent shockwaves across Wisconsin and the entire football nation.
Though he had not yet reached the NFL, the Packers had been monitoring his development closely. Talent evaluators within the organization reportedly viewed him as the type of generational defender who could elevate Green Bay’s defense for the next decade, a rare blend of speed, power, discipline, and leadership reminiscent of the great linebackers and safeties who defined past championship eras at Lambeau Field.
On the morning of November 10th, 2025, the Huntingdon College community learned of the tragic passing of student-athlete, James Owens. A junior from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, he was a great representative of our college on and off the field.
pic.twitter.com/2j7GD11PE2 — Huntingdon College Athletics (@HCHawksSports) November 10, 2025
His college program released a deeply emotional statement, calling him “a great representative of our school, a young man of integrity, respect, and kindness.”
Fans across social media shared tributes and heartbreak:
“Green Bay lost a future star. This hurts so much.”
“Prayers for his family, gone far too soon.”
“He had the talent and the heart to be great. Rest easy, young king.”
In his hometown, supporters gathered for a balloon release, wearing school colors to honor the 20-year-old whose life, potential, and future impact were tragically cut short before he ever had the chance to take the field on Sundays.
This loss casts a somber shadow over the Packers franchise and the wider football world. A player who could have been the next defensive cornerstone in Green Bay, perhaps even the next legendary name at Lambeau, is gone long before his journey truly began.
Rest in peace. Your legacy and your light will live on. 🕊️
How to Watch Packers vs. Vikings: Broadcast Guide, Prediction, Odds, Spread, Injury Updates for NFL Week 12
The Minnesota Vikings are looking to get back on track when they head to Lambeau Field to take on the Green Bay Packers on Sunday afternoon.
Minnesota has lost two straight games and four of its last five, while Green Bay is coming off a road win over the Giants that ended its two-game skid.
Can the Packers cover at home?
Here’s a breakdown of the odds, a player to watch, betting trends and my prediction for this matchup in Week 12.
Vikings vs. Packers Odds, Spread and Total
Spread
- Vikings +6.5 (-110)
- Packers -6.5 (-110)
Moneyline
- Vikings: +230
- Packers: -285
Total
- 41.5 (Over -108/Under -112)
Vikings vs. Packers How to Watch
- Date: Sunday, November 23
- Time: 1:00 p.m. ET
- Venue: Lambeau Field
- How to Watch (TV): FOX
- Vikings record: 4-6
- Packers record: 6-3-1
Vikings vs. Packers Betting Trends
- The Vikings are 4-6 against the spread this season.
- The Packers are 3-7 against the spread this season.
- The OVER is 7-3 in the Vikings' games this season.
- The UNDER is 5-4-1 in the Packers' games this season.
- The Vikings are 3-2 against the spread on the road this season.
- The Packers are 2-3 against the spread at home this season.
Vikings vs. Packers Injury Reports
Vikings Injury Report
- Jonathan Greenard – out
- Ryan Kelly – questionable
Packers Injury Report
- MarShawn Lloyd – out
- Josh Jacobs – questionable
- Lukas Van Ness – out
- Brandon McManus – out
- Nate Hobbs – out
Vikings vs. Packers Key Player to Watch
Jordan Love, Quarterback, Green Bay Packers
It’s been a love-hate relationship at quarterback this season in Green Bay. Jordan Love has had a few terrific games, throwing for 292 yards or more in three contests, but combined for just 350 yards in his last two games.
Love is coming off a particularly bad game when you consider the opponent. He completed 13 of 24 passes for 174 yards and two touchdowns against the Giants, which came on a short week after the Eagles held him to 176 yards on 20 of 36 passing the week prior.
This will be a huge week for Love and the Packers as they host their NFC North rivals, especially after the Vikings swept the season series last year, winning each game by just two points.
Vikings vs. Packers Prediction and Pick
Rivalry games are always intense, so I’m a bit surprised to see this big of a line for this one. Sure, the Packers look like the superior team, but Minnesota has been able to keep it close in most games this season, including an upset win as +9.5 underdogs in Detroit.
The Packers have only covered in three of 10 games this season, and while the Vikings are only one better, I like Minnesota to keep this close yet again on Sunday in Green Bay.
Pick: Vikings +6.5 (-110)
