Packers' Super Bowl chances could collapse after what Vikings just did

Minnesota Vikings LB Blake Cashman | Matt Krohn-Imagn ImagesIn a bit of a twist, Green Bay Packers fans were thankful for something that the Minnesota Vikings did in their Week 17 matchup with the Detroit Lions on Christmas Day.

Thanks to the Vikings getting a win over the Lions on Thursday, the Packers were able to clinch a spot in this season's playoffs. With Minnesota's victory, Green Bay fans were able to breathe a little easier, knowing that their team won't be suffering the ultimate collapse of missing the postseason this year.

Despite the Vikings locking up a playoff spot for them, the Packers' path to winning a Super Bowl this season is likely now going to be a lot more difficult to…