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Vikings Initial Injury Report vs. Packers: Kevin O’Connell’s team is healthier than ever, but the Packers aren’t

Things are looking great for the Minnesota Vikings going into Week 1, and the Green Bay Packers aren’t nearly as healthy. The Minnesota Vikings are set to take on the Green Bay Packers on Sunday afternoon.

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O-line and More Packers’ Injury Updates Ahead of Week 1

The Green Bay Packers are healthy, for the most part, heading into a season-opening tilt against the rival Minnesota Vikings. However, there are a few players to keep an eye on ahead of Week 1.

Jordan Love News / A to Z Sports / September 9

Jordan Love gets exactly what he wanted as Packers receive a major injury boost ahead of Week 1 against the Vikings

Right tackle Zach Bako-Bewele expects to play on Sunday, and this is a hugely impactful update for Green Bay. The Green Bay Packers received encouraging injury news on Wednesday.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 9

Packers’ biggest issues are ones the Vikings can exploit on Sunday, and it could decide the game

The Minnesota Vikings are set to host the Green Bay Packers on Sunday afternoon, and there are some major questions to address. The Minnesota Vikings are set to take on the Green Bay Packers in Week 1 of the NFL season.

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Green Bay Packers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 9

Packers Making Three Practice Squad Moves

According to Bill Huber, the Packers are signing RB Damon Bankston and S Kahlef Hailassie to the practice squad. Bankston worked out for the team yesterday, and also took an official 30 visit with them back in the spring.

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / September 9

Packers Sign One Defensive Back, Release Another on Practice Squad

The Green Bay Packers signed Kahlef Hailassie to the practice squad and released Murvin Kenion, according to a source. Hailassie was on the practice field for Wednesday’s practice.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 9

Matt LaFleur sends warning about ex-Packers star Aaron Jones ahead of Vikings showdown

The Green Bay Packers play a division rival to open the 2026 season. Green Bay will square off with Minnesota in Week 1, making it an early must-win game for both teams.

Green Bay Packers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 9

Packers QB Jordan Love’s starting LG for Week 1 comes with 1 big injury caveat

The Green Bay Packers have identified Aaron Banks as Jordan Love’s starting left guard for Week 1, provided his injured knee allows him to play. Banks will be limited in Wednesday’s practice after a knee issue cost him substantial work during training camp and the preseason.

Green Bay Packers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 9

Packers’ Matt LaFleur puts reporter on spot over ‘confusing’ Jordan Love question

The Green Bay Packers are just a few days away from kicking off their 2026 NFL season. The Packers are hoping to bounce back after two straight ugly Wild Card round exits, last year squandering a huge lead against the divisional rival Chicago Bears on the road.

NFL News / Green Bay Packers on SI / September 9

Is Packers-Vikings Game on TV Where You Live? Plus, Revenge Games for Week 1

There’s no place like home. Unless you’re the Green Bay Packers to start an NFL season. In their case, it’s anyplace but home. The Packers will kick off the 2026 season at the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday.

Green Bay Packers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 9

What Packers’ Matt LaFleur said about Josh Jacobs’ court date before Week 1

The Green Bay Packers are currently making their final preparations for the upcoming season, which is slated to get underway on Sunday. Running back Josh Jacobs is currently on the commissioner’s exempt list, meaning he is unable to practice or play with the team.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Trey Smack News / Viral Sports News / September 9

Packers Coach Says What Fans Need to Know About Trey Smack

Green Bay Packers special teams coordinator Cam Achord is not treating rookie kicker Trey Smack’s perfect preseason as a guarantee of a perfect fall. Achord, speaking this week about Smack’s unblemished exhibition record, said the 23-year-old will miss at some point.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / September 9

Four Days Until Week 1: Packers Must Improve But Can’t Slack on Four Strengths

With the Green Bay Packers preparing to kick off the 2026 NFL season at the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, it’s easy to focus on weaknesses that must become strengths.

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Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / September 9

Packers keep turning every rock in search of a solution to one lingering depth issue

Green Bay signed rookie running back Damon Bankston to the practice squad as the front office adds depth to a depleted backfield. The Green Bay Packers continue to address their running back situation, signing undrafted rookie Damon Bankston to the practice squad on Tuesday.

Micah Parsons News / EssentiallySports / September 9

Micah Parsons Announces New Career Move As Packers DE Misses Out on Captaincy Amid Injury Rehab

Green Bay Packers edge rusher Micah Parsons, left off the team’s 2026 captains list Monday while still working through his ACL rehab, took to Instagram days later with news that had nothing to do with football, but maybe just as important as an on-field development.

Green Bay Packers News / The Packers Post / September 9

Packers Offensive Line Uncertainty Continues into the Regular Season

The Green Bay Packers offensive line was a major question mark entering training camp this season. Now, with the regular season just a few days away, the uncertainty surrounding the Packers offensive line continues.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / September 9

Packers’ path to the Super Bowl suddenly looks much tougher with several questions looming before 2026 opener

Green Bay faces steep Super Bowl odds as health, depth, and offensive line questions converge ahead of the regular season. The Green Bay Packers enter the 2026 regular season surrounded by uncertainty after an offseason of significant roster turnover, coaching staff changes, and lingering injury concerns.

Tucker Kraft News / TWSN / September 8

Green Bay Packers Rumored to Be Preparing Market-Resetting Tucker Kraft Extension

Right ahead of the 2026 NFL season getting underway, it has been rumored that the Green Bay Packers are looking to make a major move. This move comes in the form of an extension, and that extension is for Tucker Kraft.

Matt Lafleur News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Three reasons why Matt LaFleur is still the right HC to lead the Packers

Following the Green Bay Packers’ monumental late-season collapse last year, Matt LaFleur’s future as head coach was in limbo. Even after signing a multi-year extension in January, doubt remains over the investment, but there’s plenty of evidence indicating it was the right move.

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / September 9

Packers' plan at RB revealed with Josh Jacobs situation in flux

Packers' plan at running back revealed with Josh Jacobs situation in flux

The Green Bay Packers don't know when their RB1, Josh Jacobs, will see the field next.

Insider makes Jordan Love prediction amid absence of Josh Jacobs

Packers’ Jordan Love, Micah Parsons trolled by Bears fans at Chicago event

Green Bay Packers News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Packers Power Rankings Roundup: Experts are down on Green Bay early

The Green Bay Packers are one of the hardest teams to predict in the NFL. With plenty of unanswered questions, there is reason to doubt whether or not they’re a contender this season.

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / September 8

A look ahead at the Packers September 2026 schedule

Happy September Packers fans! With the Preseason over, it now time for the Packers to look ahead to the regular season. Training Camp and the preseason games gave us a sneak peak of what the offense can do.

Green Bay Packers News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Micah Parsons reacts to Packers' choice of captains before Vikings game

Micah Parsons will have to watch from the sidelines as the Green Bay Packers begin their 2026 regular season Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings.

Insider makes Jordan Love prediction amid absence of Josh Jacobs

Packers’ Jordan Love, Micah Parsons trolled by Bears fans at Chicago event

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Zaire Franklin News / Viral Sports News / September 7

Packers Make Surprising Zaire Franklin Announcement

The Green Bay Packers have named their five season-long captains for the 2026 NFL campaign, and one selection stands out more than the rest. Linebacker Zaire Franklin, acquired from the Indianapolis Colts only this past March, will wear the C in his first year with the franchise.