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Packers, Josh Jacobs get major update about potential suspension

Green Bay Packers star running back Josh Jacobs remains on the commissioner's exempt list after he reached a plea deal related to his May arrest in Wisconsin. A new development in the case could impact the league's investigation into the matter.

Packers have high expectations for Zach Bako-Bewele's replacement

Could Zach Bako-Bewele's career go the way of David Bakhtiari's?

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Request To Seal Evidence In Packers RB Josh Jacobs Case Denied

Last week, the judge overseeing Packers running back Josh Jacobs’ case temporarily rejected a motion to seal evidence. Today’s court hearing has resulted in the same outcome.

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The '4K-yard, 30-TD NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to rack up at least 4,000-passing-yards and toss at least 30 touchdowns in the same season can you name in six minutes?

Green Bay Packers News / Total Pro Sports / September 24

Green Bay Packers’ Historic 66-Year-Old Streak Is In Serious Danger Of Ending Tonight

Thursday Night Football arrives at Lambeau Field with an unusual problem for the Green Bay Packers. Primary tickets remain available in large numbers just hours before kickoff.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

NFL News / Green Bay Packers on SI / September 24

Three Reasons the Packers Will Lose Against the Atlanta Falcons

Make no mistake about it. The Green Bay Packers should win Thursday night’s game against the Atlanta Falcons. For all that has gone wrong for the Packers through two weeks, the Falcons have had it much worse.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Announcers, Referees, and Jersey Combinations for Packers Week 3 Game vs. Falcons

The Green Bay Packers will open their home schedule on Thursday Night Football, hosting the Atlanta Falcons in front of a national audience. Here are the announcers, referees, and jersey combinations for Week 3.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Packers Fantasy Football Starts and Sits vs. Falcons

The Green Bay Packers earned their first victory of the season in Week 2, but with few fantasy standouts. That could change Thursday against the Atlanta Falcons, with several Packers worthy of being in starting lineups.

Green Bay Packers News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Christian Watson, Matthew Golden, and Jordan Love’s Projected Fantasy Points vs. Falcons in Week 3

The Green Bay Packers got their first win of 2026, defeating the New York Jets 20-17 in overtime in Week 2. While there were few fantasy standouts, Thursday’s matchup against the Atlanta Falcons offers a new opportunity.

NFL News / Green Bay Packers on SI / September 24

Top 10 Packers for Thursday Night Showdown Against the Atlanta Falcons

There is no rest for the weary as the Green Bay Packers will return to Lambeau Field for the first time since the end of August to welcome the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday Night Football.

Jordan Love News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Packers QB Jordan Love Reveals What Teammates Did That Meant So Much to Him

Jordan Love didn’t need his offensive linemen to say anything. Their actions said plenty. The Green Bay Packers quarterback took a hard hit near the goal line during Sunday’s 20-17 overtime victory against the New York Jets, prompting an immediate reaction from the players responsible for protecting him.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Kaleb Johnson News / PackersTalk.com / September 24

Packers Should Start Kaleb Johnson at Running Back

Two weeks into the season, the Green Bay Packers are still searching for answers at running back. Maybe they already found one. Kaleb Johnson entered Sunday’s game against the New York Jets as something of an afterthought in Green Bay’s backfield.

Edgerrin Cooper News / The Packers Post / September 24

Packers LB Edgerrin Cooper Taking His Game to Another Level in 2026

Green Bay Packers linebacker Edgerrin Cooper had two very different seasons in his first two NFL campaigns. But this year, he is off to a great start. The former Texas A&M has become a dominant force for a Packers defense that has surprised a lot of people with their strong start without star edge rusher Micah Parsons.

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Jayden Reed News / A to Z Sports / September 24

Packers have multiple options to replace Jayden Reed, and the answer goes beyond one position group

Green Bay’s wide receiver and tight end groups and a returning third-round pick could carry the load while the slot receiver recovers from a neck injury suffered against the Jets.

NFL News / Lindy's Sports / September 24

Packers vs. Falcons Start Sit: Week 3 TNF Fantasy Lineup Tips

Two NFC teams in need of a win square off during Week 3’s Thursday Night Football. The Green Bay Packers and Atlanta Falcons have fantasy football-friendly offenses to make this watchable, and these flawed squads are saddled with weakened defenses that could make this a surprising points fest.

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / September 23

Packers have high expectations for Zach Bako-Bewele's replacement

It's going to be hard for the Green Bay Packers to replace right tackle Zach Bako-Bewele.

Could Zach Bako-Bewele's career go the way of David Bakhtiari's?

Packers make telling decision about Micah Parsons' injury return

Packers catch a break with Josh Jacobs' potential suspension

Two-minute drill: Ravens-Cowboys square off in Brazil, QB injuries take a toll, surprising starts and more

The 'Most 10-sack NFL seasons' quiz

Matt Lafleur News / TWSN / September 23

Matt LaFleur’s Praise Signals a Bigger Role for Kaleb Johnson On the Green Bay Packers

There is one factor that is lacking when it comes to the Green Bay Packers‘ offense and that is their ground game with missing Josh Jacobs. While this is the case, they already have their answer on the roster that they need to unleash and that is Kaleb Johnson.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 23

NFL Week 3 prime-time predictions: Falcons flounder in Penix's return

NFL Week 3 prime-time predictions: Futile Falcons flounder in Michael Penix Jr.'s return

Each week, Yardbarker previews prime-time NFL games on Thursday, Sunday and Monday nights, predicting the result of each.

How Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. determined he was ready to play vs. Packers

'Broken' Packers slammed with Jordan Love doubts after narrow win

Broncos' Courtland Sutton explains why Jaylen Waddle's Week 2 breakout is 'tip of iceberg' for WR

The 'Oldest 190-receiving-yard games' quiz

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / September 23

Quick turnaround this week and the Packers are facing an uphill battle.

On a short week, the Packers face a quick turnaround with key injuries mounting on both sides of the ball. Some appear potentially season-ending, while others could linger as the season goes on for players who were already dealing with injuries.

Green Bay Packers News / Pro Football Rumors / September 22

Packers unsure if WR Jayden Reed will return this season

Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said on Tuesday that it was “way too early” to make any prognostications about wide receiver Jayden Reed’s potential to return to the field this season.

Packers offensive line takes another hit after Zach Bako-Bewele ruled out for remainder of regular season

Packers make telling decision about Micah Parsons' injury return

Packers catch a break with Josh Jacobs' potential suspension

The 'Active multi-TD-catch games leaders' quiz

Zach Bako-Bewele News / Yardbarker / September 22

Could Zach Bako-Bewele's career go the way of David Bakhtiari's?

Bako-Bewele is now heading into his second procedure on this knee, which is expected to take place on Thursday.

Packers offensive line takes another hit after Zach Bako-Bewele ruled out for remainder of regular season

Packers make telling decision about Micah Parsons' injury return

Packers catch a break with Josh Jacobs' potential suspension

The 'NFL head coach wins leaders' quiz

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / September 23

Packers make telling decision about Micah Parsons' injury return

Packers fans will continue to monitor Parsons' situation after every game, but they won't rush things with the former Dallas Cowboys superstar.

Packers offensive line takes another hit after Zach Bako-Bewele ruled out for remainder of regular season

'Broken' Packers slammed with Jordan Love doubts after narrow win

Aaron Glenn doubles down on controversial decision in Jets' loss to Packers

The '2025 NFL sack leaders' quiz

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / September 22

Packers offensive line takes another hit after Bako-Bewele ruled out

Packers offensive line takes another hit after Zach Bako-Bewele ruled out for remainder of regular season

The Green Bay Packers keep taking hits where they can least afford it.

'Broken' Packers slammed with Jordan Love doubts after narrow win

Aaron Glenn doubles down on controversial decision in Jets' loss to Packers

Packers provide injury update after Jayden Reed exits on stretcher in Week 2 vs. Jets

The '400-touch NFL seasons' quiz

Green Bay Packers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 22

Packers RT Zach Bako-Bewele Fully Tore Patellar Tendon

Via Matt Schneidman, Packers RT Zach Bako-Bewele said he fully tore his patellar tendon in Sunday’s win over the Jets. Bako-Bewele was carted off with an aircast after going down, so it was clear it was a major injury and this might be close to the worst-case scenario.