Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs suffered a concerning hand injury during the first quarter of Sunday’s matchup against the New England Patriots. The veteran back appeared to get his right hand caught in an opponent’s face mask while executing a stiff arm near the goal line. Jacobs immediately jogged to the locker room for evaluation, and although he returned to the sideline, he did not re-enter the game. Team officials have listed him as questionable to return, leaving the Packers’ offensive staff to manage the remaining halves without their primary ball carrier.
Jacobs’ early exit forces Green Bay to lean on Pierre Strong Jr. and Kaleb Johnson
The injury occurred after Jacobs had limited production, rushing four times for just five yards before the incident. Broadcast footage captured Jacobs working with trainers on the sideline, with one clip showing him wincing in pain while attempting a catch. The physical toll on his hand suggests a potential soft tissue issue that could sideline him for the remainder of the contest. With MarShawn Lloyd already out due to a knee injury, the depth chart takes a significant hit, forcing the coaching staff to rely on secondary options.
Pierre Strong Jr. and Kaleb Johnson are the only healthy running backs remaining for the Packers. This shift places immediate pressure on the offensive line to create space for less experienced backs and requires the passing game to absorb a larger share of the workload. As the game progresses, the Packers’ ability to sustain drives without Jacobs’ power and pass-catching ability will be the defining factor in their offensive output.
Source: Yahoo Sports
