Six Green Bay Packers players miss Nov. 12 practice
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GREEN BAY − The Green Bay Packers were in pads and on the practice field Thursday, Nov. 12 as they prepare for their Nov. 15 home matchup with the NFC North rival Minnesota Vikings.
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The Packers had six players out for practice.
Here’s the latest from practice:
Sean Rhyan injury update
Packers center Sean Rhyan didn’t participate in practice.
Packers coach Matt LaFleur said Rhyan could potentially return this week after missing the last two games with an ankle sprain.
Skyy Moore injury update
Packers receiver and return specialist Skyy Moore was in pads and on the practice field.
Moore became eligible to return from injured reserve after the Packers’ Week 9 game against the New England Patriots.
“He’s a big-time weapon,” LaFleur said. “If he’s able to go, that’ll definitely boost our returns, and also we see how we use him on offense.”
Javon Bullard injury update
Packers safety Javon Bullard was held out of practice.
He was listed as an estimated non-participant for the Nov. 11 practice with ankle and knee injuries.
LaFleur said Bullard will be a wait-and-see approach on his availability.
Lukas Van Ness injury update
Packers defensive end Lukas Van Ness didn’t participate in practice.
He was listed as an estimated non-participant for Nov. 11 practice. He’s dealing with a back injury.
Similar to Bullard, LaFleur said they’re taking it day-by-day.
“Anytime guys don’t practice, that is a concern,” LaFleur said. “It’s something he’s working through, and we’ll see where he’s at.”
Trey Smack injury update
Packers kicker Trey Smack appeared on the injury report with a right calf injury.
He was present for practice.
LaFleur said he’s not concerned about it after watching Smack kick in practice Nov. 11.
“He went out there and did a good job, so I think he should be full go today,” LaFleur said.
Ty'Ron Hopper injury update
Packers linebacker Ty’Ron Hopper was on the field for practice.
Hopper dropped out of the Patriots game early due to an illness.
Isaiah McDuffie injury update
Packers linebacker Isaiah McDuffie was also present for practice.
McDuffie exited the Patriots game late due to an injury, but he appears good to go.
Josh Jacobs injury update
Packers running back Josh Jacobs was held out of practice.
Jacobs broke his right ring finger during the Patriots game.
LaFleur said Jacobs will have surgery Nov. 13.
Zaire Franklin injury update
Packers linebacker Zaire Franklin was a non-participant in practice.
LaFleur said it’s possible Franklin could return for this game after missing the last three due to a shin injury.
Josh Whyle injury update
Packers tight end Josh Whyle didn’t participate in practice.
Whyle missed the Patriots game due to a concussion.
Chris Brooks injury update
Packers running back Chris Brooks was in pads and participating in practice, showing positive signs he’s nearing a return.
He returned to practice last week from injured reserve after missing four games with an ankle injury.
Micah Parsons injury update
Packers defensive end Micah Parsons was in shoulder pads and helmet and participating in practice.
Parsons didn’t participate in the Nov. 11 jog-through due to an illness.
LaFleur said the plan is for Parsons to participate in team, 11-on-11 work this week.
(This story will be updated following the release of the injury report.)
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