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Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love faced a setback when he injured his left knee during the final moments of the season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles on September 6, 2024. While attempting to pass, he was tackled, resulting in a medial collateral ligament (MCL) sprain. Initially, doctors projected he would be sidelined for 2-6 weeks. However, Love has been practicing with fewer limitations lately, hinting at a potential return for upcoming games.
Jordan Love injury update
As of now, Love has not fully participated in practice since his injury and has encountered some restrictions this week as he continues to recover. The Packers are being careful with his condition, evaluating it daily. A final decision on whether he’ll play against the Minnesota Vikings this Sunday is expected to be made at game time. Head coach Matt LaFleur mentioned that Love is progressing but remains a game-time decision.
Despite the uncertainty, Love is optimistic about his recovery. He revealed he was close to playing last week against the Tennessee Titans but decided against rushing back into action. Love feels he is improving each day and has been seen wearing a small brace on his left knee during practice, which doesn’t seem to impede him much. If he’s unable to play, backup quarterback Malik Willis will take the lead for the third straight week. The Packers are hopeful for Love’s return but are committed to ensuring he’s fully ready before putting him back on the field.
In a highly anticipated matchup, the Minnesota Vikings (3-0) will visit the Green Bay Packers (2-1) at Lambeau Field on Sunday, September 29, 2024. Even with the Vikings boasting an undefeated record, the Packers are slight favorites by about a field goal. A key focus of this game will be the Vikings’ formidable defense, led by Brian Flores, which currently ranks first in the league for sacks and third in stopping the run.
The Vikings will aim to apply pressure on whoever starts as the Packers’ quarterback, whether it’s Love or Willis, and force turnovers. Adding to the drama, Aaron Jones, a former star for the Packers who joined the Vikings this offseason, will be motivated to show Green Bay they made a mistake in letting him go. On the other side, the Packers have one of the best running games in the NFL. If Love takes the field, they may lean towards a more pass-heavy strategy, but if Willis plays, they’ll likely stick with a run-focused approach.