In a significant update ahead of their match against the Vikings, the Green Bay Packers will be missing key players. Running back Josh Jacobs and wide receiver Matthew Golden have both been ruled out for the upcoming game.
Injury Updates: Jacobs and Golden Out Against Vikings
Josh Jacobs is sidelined due to a knee injury he sustained in the previous week’s game against the New York Giants. This injury was diagnosed as a contusion, causing considerable swelling.
Jacobs expressed his disappointment but remains hopeful about a speedy recovery. He noted, “If I miss any time, it would be only one game,” emphasizing his expectation to return for the Thanksgiving game against the Detroit Lions.
Impact of Injury on the Packers
Matthew Golden, who has been dealing with shoulder and wrist injuries, has also been made inactive for the Vikings matchup. This decision likely reflects a cautious approach from the Packers’ medical staff, especially with a quick turnaround to Thursday’s game against the Lions.
- Injury Status:
- Josh Jacobs: Knee contusion
- Matthew Golden: Shoulder and wrist injuries
- Upcoming Game:
- Date: Thursday, Thanksgiving Day
- Opponent: Detroit Lions
Jacobs criticized the playing surface at MetLife Stadium, attributing it as the cause of his injury. “It’s always been the worst,” Jacobs stated, referring to the field conditions.
As the Packers prepare for the Vikings, the team will need to adapt to the absence of both Jacobs and Golden, emphasizing their depth and resilience.
