Josh Jacobs injury: Packers star faces long absence after latest update
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Josh Jacobs exited the Green Bay Packers’ 45-27 win over the New England Patriots in the first quarter on Nov. 9 after fracturing his right ring finger, managing just five yards on four carries before leaving.
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Head coach Matt LaFleur confirmed the next day that surgery was needed, saying Jacobs tried to return to the game but had no grip strength left.
Jacobs’ return timeline stayed murky for days. A new update, however, has now clarified where things stand.
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Josh Jacobs has successful finger surgery
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (8). Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images.Josh Jacobs had successful surgery on his fractured right ring finger Friday in Los Angeles with Dr. Steven Shin, the noted hand and wrist surgeon, and should be back in the next few weeks, h/t Tom Pelissero of the Ringer).
The procedure comes after LaFleur said Monday that an injured reserve stint remained on the table, calling the decision “everything is on the table” territory for the team.
Packers RB Josh Jacobs had successful surgery on his fractured right ring finger Friday in Los Angeles with Dr. Steven Shin, the noted hand and wrist surgeon, and should be back in the next few weeks.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) November 14, 2026
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NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport had previously reported Jacobs was expected to miss a maximum of three weeks following the operation.
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How Josh Jacobs’ absence affects the Packers’ backfield
In three appearances since returning from a season-long holdout and subsequent injuries, Jacobs totaled just 80 yards and a touchdown on 47 touches.
Kaleb Johnson stepped in against New England and is set to take over as Green Bay’s lead back, with MarShawn Lloyd, Pierre Strong and Chris Brooks also in the mix behind him.
The Packers face the Minnesota Vikings in Week 10 and will decide on an injury reserve move for Jacobs as his recovery progresses.
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