Why Are CHALLENGER, CHARGER, DURANGO and VIPER Together?
CHALLENGER, CHARGER, DURANGO and VIPER are all vehicle model names used by Dodge. That—not their everyday dictionary meanings—is the September 28 Connections link.
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DURANGO is especially deceptive because it also supports the board’s tempting Mexico-place-name connection.
| Tile | Everyday association | Puzzle identity |
|---|---|---|
| CHALLENGER | a competitor | Dodge Challenger |
| CHARGER | charging device | Dodge Charger |
| DURANGO | Mexican place name | Dodge Durango |
| VIPER | snake | Dodge Viper |
Why is DURANGO the key decoy?
DURANGO can naturally make you think of Mexico, especially because CHIHUAHUA and TABASCO are also on the board. The official group instead reads it as a Dodge vehicle name.
Do you need to know current Dodge models?
No. This puzzle is about model names associated with Dodge, not a current dealership lineup. The page does not make claims about which models are currently sold in 2026.
Evidence
Sources
- NYT Connections — September 28, 2026
- WordCheats — September 28 Connections