(Update: By video, Pro Football Doc does not suspect Jacobs suffered a major injury, but due to Jacobs not returning, it could signify he could miss time.)
In Sunday’s matchup, Packers running back Josh Jacobs exited early in the second quarter with what the team is calling a left knee injury.
Jacobs went to the blue medical tent during the first quarter then returned and attempted to play on. During the second quarter he walked off the field and headed directly to the locker room for evaluation and X-rays. Early in the second half Jacobs was ruled out. Prior to exiting, Jacobs had carried the ball seven times for 40 yards.
In his absence Emanuel Wilson will be the lead Running Back and supported by Chris Brooks.
While it’s too soon to know the full impact, Jacobs does carry some recent knee-related history worth noting. Just a few weeks ago, he suffered a knee cut that required stitches after being cleated during a touchdown run; although that incident didn’t appear to be structural, it did force a brief sideline visit. Given today’s knee issue and the prior cut incident, the Packers will likely monitor him closely to determine whether this latest episode is serious or something manageable going forward.
Stay tuned for more analysis as we review more video.
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