The Green Bay Packers listed left guard Elgton Jenkins, tight end Luke Musgrave, receiver Jayden Reed, outside linebacker Preston Smith, offensive tackle Luke Tenuta, wide receiver Christian Watson, running back Emanuel Wilson, and receiver Dontayvion Wicks as questionable, linebacker Isaiah McDuffie as doubtful, and running back A.J. Dillon and safety Rudy Ford on the final injury report before facing the Chicago Bears in Week 18.
How will the injury situation impact Sunday’s game at Lambeau Field?
Here’s a detailed analysis of the Packers’ final injury:
He did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday, but it appears like he will battle through his latest ankle ailment on Sunday.
The finale. The Packers would have to activate him from injured reserve first. Look for a roster change on Saturday.
WR Jayden Reed (chest): He practiced for three days and appears to be ready to play in the final.
OLB Preston Smith (ankle): Like Jenkins, Smith missed Wednesday and Thursday but returned to practice Friday. He needs 2.0 sacks to reach 10.0 and receive a significant incentive payment. The Packers rely on him to pressure and restrict Justin Fields.
OT Luke Tenuta (ankle): He may be ready to return, but the Packers will only activate him if there is an immediate need at offensive tackle. It’s likely that he’ll remain on injured reserve.
WR Christian Watson (hamstrings): While he did not practice on Friday, the Packers are simply managing his return to play. Barring a relapse, he’ll be ready Sunday, albeit in limited capacity.
With A.J. Dillon out, running back Emanuel Wilson (shoulder) might be activated from injured reserve. The Packers will have to decide whether to activate Wilson or promote Kenyan Drake from the practice squad.
WR Dontayvion Wicks (chest): The rookie practiced all three days and was fully active on Thursday and Friday. His comeback will provide a significant boost at receiver.
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