2 min read • December 04, 2024
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The stage is set for a thrilling NFC North showdown as the Green Bay Packers take on the Detroit Lions in Week 14's Thursday Night Football clash. With playoff implications on the line and the rivalry heating up, this matchup promises to be a game worth watching.
The Packers, led by Jordan Love, are looking to solidify their position in the NFC playoff race. Meanwhile, the Lions, spearheaded by Jared Goff, aim to maintain their dominance in the division. As the teams gear up, injuries could play a pivotal role in shaping the outcome. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the matchup and the current injury status of both teams.
In this article, we’ll break down the most impactful injuries and how they will affect the game.
On the offense RB Josh Jacobs (calf) will be fine and at full effectiveness on TNF. WR Romeo Doubs has been ruled out due to concussion. Three of the five starting offensive line are on injury report but all will play through their minor ailments.
On the defense rookie LB Edgerrin Cooper (hamstring) will likely miss yet another game (DNP Tuesday). CB Jaire Alexander will miss due to his PCL injury.
The Lions are the walking wounded with 18 players on IR, with the majority of those players are on defense.
On the offense LT Taylor Decker is dealing with a shoulder injury and will not play.
As noted above the defense is severely hampered. The defensive line is hurt with Aidan Hutchinson and Marcus Davenport out for the season, DE Josh Paschal dealing with a knee injury, DT DJ Reader (shoulder) and Levi Onwuzurike (hamstring) will all miss the game. The linebacker core is hurt with Malcolm Rodriguez out for the season with a torn ACL. The good news is the secondary gets Calton Davis back from a minor knee injury.
Josh Jacobs Over 70.5 Rushing Yards
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