Even without Jordan Love, the Green Bay Packers managed to win both games; however, they will be hoping to have their star quarterback back on the field when the Minnesota Vikings visit town in Week 4 for a crucial divisional game.
Love continued her practice session from last week’s entire week on Wednesday. Despite having a dubious designation on the Week 3 injury report, the Packers decided to bench him for the remainder of the game. In Love’s absence, Malik Willis showed off against the Tennessee Titans to help the team win for the second straight game.
An encouraging update was given by Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, who stated that it would “make sense” for Love to return this week against Minnesota.
Love gave another indication on Wednesday after rehearsing.
After practice, Love told reporters that he is getting better at moving and becoming better every day. In response to the question of whether he had an opportunity to participate in the Titans victory last week, Love stated, “I was pretty close.”
Jordan Love asked if he’s less limited in practice: “We’re building it up for sure. Every day is a little bit better.”
Says he’s “definitely” moving better.
On playing against the Titans: “I was pretty close.”
— Matt Schneidman (@mattschneidman) September 25, 2024
Whether deliberate or not, that seems like a hint to me.
It would make logical that Love would be able to return after seven more days of recovery if he was “pretty close” to playing against the Titans. Following Love’s damaged MCL, early reports indicated he would miss three to
If Love were to return this week, he would have just missed two games, which would be a minor improvement above that forecast. However, the game on Sunday takes place 23 days after the injury in Brazil.
Love may have a better chance of playing this week, if he can’t aggravate the ailment. Love’s comfort level and range of motion will play a role in the decision, but pre-game warmup and practice films show he is moving well.
Love’s comeback this week appears to be imminent, but the Packers will keep everyone—including the Vikings—in the dark.
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