Packers passing defense shredded by Vikings QB Sam Darnold

The Green Bay Packers gave up 33 completions and 377 passing yards to quarterback Sam Darnold in Sunday’s 27-25 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium.

An undermanned Packers pass defense had little to no answers against a talented group of pass-catchers and a quarterback operating a top scheme designed by Kevin O’Connell.

Jeff Hafley’s defense was without cornerback Jaire Alexander, safety Evan Williams and linebacker Quay Walker. Backup safety Zayne Anderson went out for a concussion evaluation and never returned. Darnold savagely picked away at what was left of the carcass.

According to Next Gen Stats, Darnold targeted an open receiver on a season-high 67.4 percent of…