Panthers Upset Packers on Late Field Goal

GREEN BAY, Wis. (Interstat) — The Carolina Panthers defeated the Green Bay Packers 16-13 on a last-second field goal Sunday at Lambeau Field. Kicker Ryan Fitzgerald’s 49-yard kick as time expired secured the upset victory for the Panthers before a crowd of 77,864.

Carolina running back Rico Dowdle was the offensive standout, rushing for 130 yards and two touchdowns. The Panthers’ defense sealed the win with a key interception by safety Tre’von Moehrig in the third quarter. Packers quarterback Jordan Love threw for 273 yards but was unable to produce a touchdown drive.

With the win, Carolina improves to 5-4. Green Bay falls to 5-2.