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There was some hope earlier this week that either running back MarShawn Lloyd or receiver Jayden Reed would return to the 53-man roster after a stint on the injured reserve. On Monday, when Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur was asked if the team was going to open either of their 21-day practice windows this week, LaFleur said, “I sure as heck hope so.” But Wednesday has now come, the first day of the Packers’ practices leading up to their matchup against the Minnesota Vikings, and neither player seems ready to go. It’ll be at least one more week before Green Bay’s offense gets some reinforcements at the skill positions. Stay patient. Beyond the lack of injured reserve activations, here’s what we know about the Packers and Vikings’ injury statuses. Packers’ non-participants RB Josh Jacobs (knee) WR Savion Williams (foot) DT Karl Brooks (ankle) LB Quay Walker (neck) CB Nate Hobbs (knee) Running back Josh Jacobs and linebacker Quay Walker were both injured in Sunday’s win against the New York Giants and did not practice today. If they can’t go against the Vikings, their replacements will be Emanuel Wilson and Isaiah McDuffie, respectively. McDuffie previously played the third-linebacker role for the Packers, which Ty’Ron Hopper subbed in at when McDuffie moved to Mike linebacker in-game this weekend. If you want to read our full depth chart update after studying last week’s action, you can find that HERE. Cornerback Nate Hobbs looks like he’s on pace to miss his third-straight game with his MCL sprain. Without Hobbs, the Packers have started Carrington Valentine full-time opposite Keisean Nixon. Honestly, it’s worked out pretty well. Savion Williams is in a walking boot right now, managing a pain issue, but he’s been playing on game days as a gadget player on offense and as a kick returner. Assume that he’s going to go on Sunday, unless he remains a non-participant throughout the week. The only new injury to the bunch is defensive tackle Karl Brooks, who played through the end of the Giants game, but is now listed with an ankle injury. Keep an eye on this one. Packers’ limited participants WR Romeo Doubs (wrist) WR Christian Watson (knee) WR Matthew Golden (shoulder/wrist) WR Dontayvion Wicks (calf) RT Zach Tom (back) DE Micah Parsons (pectoral) DE Lukas Van Ness (foot) LB Edgerrin Cooper (foot) CB Keisean Nixon (illness) S Javon Bullard (ankle) For the most part, these injuries are just nagging issues that players are dealing with. The only new statuses since Sunday are with cornerback Keisean Nixon (illness) and safety Javon Bullard (ankle). Otherwise, the remaining players all suited up against the Giants, despite these prior injuries, other than defensive end Lukas Van Ness, who was listed as questionable going into the game. Keep an eye on the Bullard and Van Ness injuries down the stretch, in particular. We don’t have a clear understanding of what these injuries mean for their Week 12 status. Van Ness seemed to be close to returning to action last week, but this week is still not promised. Packers’ Full Participants QB Jordan Love (shoulder) K Brandon McManus (quadricep) Hey, some good news! Both quarterback Jordan Love, who injured his left shoulder against the Giants, and kicker Brandon McManus, who missed the game entirely, were full participants today. I’m going to assume that McManus is back active against the Vikings this week, assuming another late injury setback doesn’t force Lucas Havrisik back into the lineup. Vikings’ non-participants RG Will Fries (knee) ED Jonathan Greenard (shoulder) Minnesota didn’t have a practice on Wednesday, so their player statuses are only estimations. With that being said, they did estimate that two of their starters would have been non-participants today. Guard Will Fries was the team’s big free agent signing this offseason, inking a five-year, $88 million deal. Pass-rusher Jonathan Greenard is another high-priced player, currently on a four-year $76 million contract.…

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In his pre-practice press conference on Wednesday, Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur told the media that running back Josh Jacobs, who left Sunday’s game with a knee contusion, will not be practicing with the team on Wednesday. Previously, it was revealed that Jacobs’ injury was not of a season-ending nature, but the coach wouldn’t commit to Jacobs playing against the Minnesota Vikings this week. On Wednesday, LaFleur called Jacobs’ injury “day-to-day.” Beyond just Jacobs’ situation, neither running back MarShawn Lloyd (hamstring) nor receiver Jayden Reed (foot/collarbone) will begin their 21-day practice window this week. Both players are on the injured reserve and are expected to return to the active roster before the regular season is over. Without Lloyd and Jacobs, the only three running backs for the Packers in practice today will be Emanuel Wilson, blocking back Chris Brooks and practice squad running back Pierre Strong Jr. If Jacobs can’t go on Sunday, assume that Strong will be promoted to the 48-man gameday roster. Last week, Wilson outsnapped Brooks 36-5, even with Jacobs out for three quarters of the game. There’s a good chance that Brooks remains in the blocking back role, even if Jacobs misses the game, which would mean that it would be Strong backing up Wilson in normal down and distance situations. Strong was drafted in the fourth round of the 2022 draft by the New England Patriots and has played in 46 regular-season games in the NFL. He’s turned 99 carries into 499 rushing yards (5.0 YPC) and two touchdowns. He’s also caught 26 balls for 193 yards (7.4 YPR). Strong signed with the Packers’ practice squad in Week 2. He was previously activated from the practice squad in Week 7 against the Arizona Cardinals, but was a healthy scratch in that game when Jacobs (then questionable with an illness/calf injury) was able to suit up for action.

If there’s one thing that can transform the Packers from a low-seeded playoff contender to a bona fide championship unit, it’s the power of automotive sales. Sure, the Packers probably need a little more power than the mileage-conscious mid-size sedans and SUVs most common during Toyotathon, but maybe Jordan Love really catches fire and the Packers’ offense transforms into a Supra. Was that all just an excuse to link to that clip? Yeah, maybe, but it’s also the truth. If the Packers don’t turn into a supercharged version of themselves on offense, their playoff run is probably dead on arrival. And to get to a supercharged offense, they need a supercharged version of Jordan Love. And the key to unlocking that version of Jordan Love is firmly in the hands of Matt LaFleur. The 12 personnel offense is dead, or should be. Tucker Kraft isn’t walking through that door. And now, with Josh Jacobs also banged up, more of the offensive load should probably shift to Love’s right arm. The Packers have the infrastructure to support it. They’ve invested at wide receiver for years, and even if they haven’t found a superstar yet, they have plenty of talent and depth. Most of the key figures in the receiver room have essentially grown up with Love. This should be pretty close to a “finished” version of the offense. It’s just a matter of letting Love drive it.  Jordan Love Steps Into Driver’s Seat for Most Magical Time of Year | Sports Illustrated Toyotathon is upon us. Packers’ pass rush needs more out of Rashan Gary and Devonte Wyatt | Packers Wire Micah Parsons is doing his part, but the rest of the pass rush needs to step up. Malik Willis won’t break the bank in free agency, but it will be difficult for the Packers to keep him | Packers News With the Packers firmly in a Super Bowl window, backup quarterback might be a bigger priority than most years — especially if your backup can come to the rescue as often as Malik Willis has. Packers mailbag: How far off are some Jordan Love narratives? | The Athletic Beat writer Matt Schneidman takes a look at some of the questions surrounding Jordan Love’s performance. 2026 NFL mock draft: Miller’s first-round pick predictions | ESPN Another November day, another mock draft. I guess it’s never too early. Swedish man shoves 81 matches up his nose, earns world record | UPI Yes, this is weird, but it’s made a little better by the fact that he did it for his kids.