Green Bay Packers Receiver Jayden Reed Out for Weeks After Breaking Collarbone
Matt LaFleur Confirms The Worst For Receiver After In-Game Injury
The Green Bay Packers had another strong victory in Week 2, as they took down the Washington Commanders in a 27-18 win at Lambeau Field.
Amid what were good displays on both sides of the ball, came what looked like a nasty injury to wide receiver, Jayden Reed, who clutched his shoulder in pain after landing on it as he hauled in a touchdown from Jordan Love; a touchdown that was ultimately called back for a holding penalty on rookie, Anthony Belton.
Reed’s right arm was seen in a sling, per reports, as he did not return to the game.
And it seems as if injury that the Packers and fans were hoping it would not be has, sadly, come to pass, as head coach, Matt LaFleur, revealed on Thursday night after the game that Reed had broken his collarbone.
“He’s gonna miss a lot of time, unfortunately,” La Fleur said when asked about an update for Reed, “He broke his collarbone, so he’ll be down for quite some time. We’ll see how fast he can recover and heal. Certainly I would expect him back at some point this season.”
Ian Rapoport reports that the exact figure could, on the optimistic end, look like a 6-8 eight week layoff, allowing Reed to come back for second half of the regular season.
How Will This Impact The Packers’ Offense Moving Forward?
In his presser, LaFleur emphasized how Reed would be missed on the field and in the huddle.
“Obviously it’s a big blow to us,” LaFleur continued, “He’s a guy who’s a catalyst for our offense, and our football team quite frankly. The energy he brings; he’s a dawg. He comes out there and he’s gonna compete, and he plays tough, physical. And he’s a playmaker.”
Despite this, the Packers’ seventh year head coach remains content with the Packers’ offensive options, even with Reed having gone down.
“Fortunately for us, I feel like we have a pretty deep wide receiver room and there’s gonna be opportunities there for other guys to step up and take advantage of.”
Who Will Be The Main Candidates To Take Reed’s Place?
As alluded to by LaFleur, the receiving corps is strong enough in Green Bay to weather the storm of an injury like this.
Dontayvion Wicks is the obvious candidate to come into the starting lineup, after catching 4 passes for 44 yards – more than any other wide receiver on Thursday.
Rookie third round pick, Savion Williams, could also be a candidate to get more offensive snaps alongside 2025 first round pick, Matthew Golden, and fourth year wideout, Romeo Doubs, having shown his explosiveness with two strong rushing plays on the ground.
But the candidate the team will be most excited for is the return of Christian Watson, who could be back with the team and ready for action as early as October, although he will not be available for the Packers in the immediate future.
For now, GB can remain happy with their performance tonight, and they can figure out who the next man up will be on offense over the coming days.
Parsons Stuns with Monster Performance as Packers Crush Commanders in TNF
Micah Parsons Dominates as Packers Triumph Over Commanders
Micah Parsons has once again proven to be a force to be reckoned with on the football field. The Green Bay Packers’ defensive end showcased his prowess in a commanding 27-18 victory over the Washington Commanders at Lambeau Field on Thursday night.
Parsons Sets the Tone
In the lead-up to the game, Parsons expressed his excitement about going up against top-tier talent. “Best-on-best is always good and it’s always good for the fans because y’all like to see the King Kong-Godzilla matchups,” he remarked. He also hinted at the unpredictability of facing younger players, adding, “But, at the end, sometimes you like to see the pups too, see if they can come off the porch.”
With Parsons embodying the role of King Kong, five-time Pro Bowler Laremy Tunsil took on the Godzilla persona, while rookie right tackle Josh Conerly was the proverbial pup in this fierce matchup.
A Monster Performance
Parsons’ performance was nothing short of monstrous. Official statistics reflected a half-sack, two assisted tackles, and three quarterback hits, but the numbers only tell part of the story. According to Next Gen Stats, Parsons was on the field for 37 pass-rushing snaps, during which he registered an impressive eight pressures.
He faced both Tunsil and Conerly 16 times each, generating three pressures against each tackle. One of those pressures resulted in a crucial sack, where he was initially held by Conerly yet managed to combine efforts with Edgerrin Cooper to bring down Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels.
Unparalleled Impact on the Game
Parsons’ relentless energy and skill set him apart on the field, earning him comparisons to an alien for his otherworldly talent. The Packers’ defense was bolstered significantly by his presence, making it clear that Parsons is not just a player to watch, but a game-changer capable of altering the course of a match.
As the season progresses, all eyes will remain on Parsons as he continues to deliver jaw-dropping performances, solidifying his reputation as one of the league’s premier defensive talents.
