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CINCINNATI, OH – AUGUST 11: Green Bay Packers Running Back Aaron Jones 33 looks on during the NFL, American Football Herren, USA pre-season football game between the Green Bay Packers and the Cincinnati Bengals on August 11, 2023, at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio. Photo by Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire NFL: AUG 11 Preseason – Packers at Bengals EDITORIAL USE ONLY Icon116230811131
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CINCINNATI, OH – AUGUST 11: Green Bay Packers Running Back Aaron Jones 33 looks on during the NFL, American Football Herren, USA pre-season football game between the Green Bay Packers and the Cincinnati Bengals on August 11, 2023, at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio. Photo by Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire NFL: AUG 11 Preseason – Packers at Bengals EDITORIAL USE ONLY Icon116230811131
Injuries are huge setbacks for all teams during the season. And The Green Bay Packers too, are not immune to them. When the team released the injury report earlier this week, it disheartened many fans to see their favorite players on the list. However, Tom Pelissero, ‘The Insider’ personality, has some updates on the injury reports and Aaron Jones that will lift the fans’ spirits.
Talking about injuries, The Packers team had some of their best players injured while facing the Saints. Due to this, the Packers were facing a tough time while preparing for their game against their well-known rivals, the Detroit Lions, on Thursday Night Football. But, as per the Insider information, some players who were on the injured list might play against the Lions.
Aaron Jones and Watson are expected to play tonight against the Packers
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Originally Aaron Jones, who is suffering from a hamstring injury, was put on limited practice on Monday. On the other hand, wide receiver Christian Watson did not engage in any practice on Monday due to his hamstring injury. However, as per the latest insider updates from Pelissero, RB Aaron Jones and WR Christian Watson are expected to play against the Lions on Thursday Night.
Take 2: #Lions RB David Montgomery will play tonight and be the lead back vs. the #Packers, though there’s plenty in the game plan for rookie Jahmyr Gibbs, too. Meanwhile, RB Aaron Jones and WR Christian Watson return for the banged-up #Packers. @gmfb @nflnetwork pic.twitter.com/aAh5G0t2xF
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) September 28, 2023
This news is big for fans and a relief for the Packers. Their best players will be back on the field, including Jordan Love. Yet the Packers will feel the absence of their other important players like Rashan Gary and David Bakhtiari. The real question is, will the Lions make the best out of the opportunity or not?
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What do the Lions have in store for Aaron Jones and the Packers?
The Lions are currently saddled on 2 wins and 1 loss. The team performed exceptionally well against the Falcons on Sunday Night, proudly leaving the ground with a score of 20-6. So, it is safe to say that the team performed beyond anyone’s imagination in their last game. However, as per their injury record for the week, some important players are on put on limited or no practice.
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And going as per the news given by Mr. Pelissero again, some of the most important players of the Lions like LT Taylor Decker are not expected to play on Thursday. The best news for the Lions is the confirmation of David Montgomery playing against the Packers. Cornerback Emmanuel Moseley will accompany him. The return of Montgomery will present a tough challenge to Jordan Love and the whole team. Will the Packers overpower the Lions? Or will it be the other way around? Do let us know what you think about it in the comment section.
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