Packers RB Room Takes Another Big Hit 1 Day Before Crucial Bears Matchup
The Packers have already not had RB1 Josh Jacobs available this season as he sits on the Commissioner's Exempt List.
The Green Bay Packers faced another setback in their running back room just one day before their key NFC North rivalry game against the Chicago Bears. Josh Jacobs, already sidelined for the first four games of the 2026 season due to charges from August, continues to remain uncertain about his participation in the upcoming matchup.
Jacobs' legal troubles, which include battery and criminal damage to property, are still under the NFL's investigation, and a suspension is not yet confirmed. The Packers' running back lineup of MarShawn Lloyd, Kaleb Johnson, and Chris Brooks have been struggling to fill the void left by Jacobs, with none of them managing to rush for 100 yards in the first four games.
Brooks, in particular, suffered an ankle injury and was placed on the injured reserve list, ruling him out for at least the next four contests. He managed to accumulate 15 carries for 70 yards and three receptions for 24 yards throughout his brief stint. To replace Brooks, the Packers called upon Pierre Strong Jr., who came in from the practice squad.
Quarterback Jordan Love and the team have emphasized throwing the ball, which seems to be their strategy for the season. Hence, this trend is likely to persist, especially if the running backs keep dropping out. For the Bears, their top running back Kyle Monangai is also out for the weekend due to a turf toe injury, and they do not intend to place him on the injured reserve list, leaving him to be evaluated week-to-week.
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