Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed is dealing with a Jones fracture in his left foot, a stress-related injury that could linger throughout the 2025 season, according to Pro Football Doc, Dr. David Chao.
Pro Football Doc explained that a Jones fracture is significant because of its poor blood supply, which slows the healing process. “Think of it this way: if you cut your tongue, it heals quickly because it bleeds a lot,” Chao said. “But a paper cut doesn’t bleed, and it takes forever to heal. That’s what makes this type of stress fracture difficult.”
Despite the diagnosis, Reed and the Packers appear to be pursuing a non-surgical route, with hopes he can play through the injury. Chao noted that while stress fractures often require extended recovery, it is not uncommon for players to compete while managing the condition.
“Lots of players have played through stress fractures,” Chao said, recalling former NFL receiver Michael Crabtree, who entered the league with a stress fracture discovered at the combine but still managed to perform at a high level.
Reed’s case, however, presents challenges. The injury has both acute and chronic elements and occurred in early August, leaving little time for full healing. “There’s no way it is 100% healed,” Chao said. “The question is whether the crack is small enough where he feels he can be effective.”
Chao cautioned that Reed may not be able to run his complete route tree, particularly given that the injury is to his left foot. “It’s going to make parts of his game more difficult,” Chao said. “Whoever Green Bay plays in Week 1 should know that. And if they don’t, in a couple of weeks, teams watching film will.”
In 2024, Reed played in all 17 games, recording 857 receiving yards on 55 receptions, adding 6 touchdowns.
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