Panthers, Vikings were two biggest underdogs to win outright in 2025

On Sunday, the 2025 NFL season witnessed two significant upsets that reshaped the NFC North standings. The Carolina Panthers, as 13-point underdogs, defeated the Green Bay Packers 16-13 in Green Bay, marking the season's largest upset. Simultaneously, the Minnesota Vikings, as 9.5-point underdogs, overcame the Detroit Lions in Detroit. These results marked the first losses for teams favored by more than nine points this season, previously holding an 11-0 record.

These unexpected victories have intensified the NFC North competition. The Packers now lead the division with a 5-2-1 record, while the Lions follow at 5-3, holding the head-to-head tiebreaker over the 5-3 Chicago Bears. The Vikings, now at 4-4, remain within striking distance. What appeared to be a contest between the Packers and Lions has evolved into a four-team race for the division title.