The Green Bay Packers have the potential to be an exciting offensive team this season—if they can stay healthy. Jordan Love will be relied upon more than ever, and as he goes, so will the team’s success.
“It’s Jordan Love time. Only one offensive player on the roster (two-time Pro Bowl guard Elgton Jenkins), and three players in total, predate the quarterback’s time with the team. He’s on a top-of-market deal, so the onus is on him to start lifting his teammates rather than the other way around. The roster’s still solid, but competitions at left tackle and receiver will help set the course for how far the team can go, and Love’s work through any bumps at those spots will be key,” SI’s Albert Breer wrote.
However, the Packers’ offense is already dealing with a growing list of injuries. Love recently underwent a minor procedure on his finger. Wide receiver Romeo Doubs suffered an injury during practice, though he is expected to return soon. Jayden Reed was also injured early in training camp and has been seen wearing a walking boot.
“LaFleur said that the boot was unrelated to the pre-existing toe injury Reed had coming into training camp. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, a source informed him that Reed was dealing with a sprained foot,” CBS Sports’ Brent Brookhouse wrote.
On Thursday, there was encouraging news as Reed was seen without the boot—a positive development for the Packers.
“Jayden Reed is out of his walking boot but not practicing. He walks out to practice here in Westfield with Romeo Doubs, Savion Williams and Dontayvion Wicks, all also not practicing. Christian Watson obviously out, too,” The Athletic’s Matt Schneidman wrote.
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Although Reed has yet to return to practice, being out of the boot is a promising sign that he should be ready for the regular season. Just like Jordan Love, the wide receiver group will be crucial to the team’s success. For the Packers, this injury update is one they can feel optimistic about.
