The Green Bay Packers are monitoring quarterback Jordan Love’s injury as they prepare for a key NFC North showdown with the Detroit Lions. Love sustained a groin injury during the Packers’ matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars, which visibly affected his mobility. Packers head coach Matt LaFleur discussed the situation after the game, expressing concern about Love’s condition.
I don’t (know). No idea,” LaFleur told reporters, as cited by Sports Illustrated. “But obviously, it’s a big concern whenever a player’s in there, and he did it early, in that first drive. I think everyone could see him struggling to move. It just reached a point where we didn’t feel, and he didn’t feel, that he could protect himself.”
Love’s limited movement ultimately led to his substitution by backup quarterback Malik Willis in the third quarter, showing how the injury impacted his game performance.
With Love’s availability for the Lions game uncertain, the Packers might face Detroit’s strong defense with a less experienced quarterback. His potential absence could provide an edge for the Lions, as Detroit’s defense could capitalize on the Packers’ uncertainty at quarterback.