{
  "id": 9664581,
  "title": "Packers news: Javon Hargrave passes concussion protocol, will play in TNF",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/packers-news-javon-hargrave-passes-concussion-protocol-will-play-in",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-25T00:39:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/packers-news-javon-hargrave-passes-003941236.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Green Bay Packers' defensive tackle Javon Hargrave has passed the concussion protocol and will play in Thursday Night Football against the Atlanta Falcons, according to a post by Jeremy Fowler on X. The Packers, currently at a 1-1 start to the season, have faced a series of injuries but Hargrave's return will bolster their defensive line. This is crucial against the Falcons, who will welcome back starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr. Hargrave, a 33-year-old 11th-year NFL veteran, earned two Pro Bowl honors during his career. The Packers' defensive line has been contributing significantly to their strong run defense, according to linebacker Zaire Franklin. The Packers' primary focus remains on executing their techniques and playing with the needed effort, particularly in containing the run.",
  "summary": "While the Green Bay Packers are still dealing with the seemingly never-ending Josh Jacobs saga, they also have a troubling number of injuries . But they got good news for Thursday Night Football against the Falcons, as defensive tackle Javon Hargrave passed the concussion protocol and will play, according to a post on X by Jeremy Fowler. The […] The post Packers news: Javon Hargrave passes…",
  "key_points": [
    "Javon Hargrave passes concussion protocol",
    "Will play in Thursday Night Football game",
    "Boosts Packers' defensive line"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Javon Hargrave's return from concussion protocol strengthens the Packers' defensive line, crucial against the Falcons, who are also getting a boost with the return of their starting quarterback.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}