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Packers Lose Key Starters Franklin and Rhyan to Injuries Before Thursday Night Game
sports1 hour ago

Packers Lose Key Starters Franklin and Rhyan to Injuries Before Thursday Night Game

The Green Bay Packers face significant roster disruptions after linebacker Zaire Franklin suffered a hairline leg fracture in practice and starting center Sean Rhyan incurred a high-ankle sprain during a 20-17 loss to the Detroit Lions. Franklin is expected to return soon without being placed on injured reserve, while Rhyan faces a potential four-to-six week absence that may lead to an IR designation. Backup center John Williams is likely to start against the Carolina Panthers on Thursday night, as backup Jacob Monk also suffered an injury during the same game.

via NBC Sports|
#carolina-panthers#green-bay-packers#nfl-injuries
Packers Face Back-to-Back Center Absences as Rhyan, Monk Injured in Lions Loss
sports2 hours ago

Packers Face Back-to-Back Center Absences as Rhyan, Monk Injured in Lions Loss

The Green Bay Packers are likely to start third-stringer John Williams at center against the Carolina Panthers after starting center Sean Rhyan and backup Jacob Monk suffered injuries during a 20-17 loss to the Detroit Lions. Linebacker Zaire Franklin is also expected to miss the game with a hairline fracture, though he is not expected to be placed on injured reserve.

via Acme Packing Company|
#green-bay-packers#jacob-monk#john-williams
Lions scratch Hassanein for Packers clash as Green Bay faces key defensive absence
sports22 hours ago

Lions scratch Hassanein for Packers clash as Green Bay faces key defensive absence

The Detroit Lions will face the Green Bay Packers in a pivotal NFC North matchup on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at Ford Field. Both teams enter the game with a 3-2 record, but the Lions hold a slight edge in offensive production and turnover margin. The Lions have declared edge rusher Ahmed Hassanein inactive, while the Packers are without linebacker Zaire Franklin due to a shin injury. The game is broadcast on FOX at 4:25 p.m. ET.

via Pride Of Detroit|
#ahmed-hassanein#detroit-lions#green-bay-packers
Franklin's Shin Injury Leaves Packers Short-Handed Against Lions' Rushing Attack
sports2 days ago

Franklin's Shin Injury Leaves Packers Short-Handed Against Lions' Rushing Attack

Green Bay Packers linebacker Zaire Franklin is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions after suffering a shin injury during practice. The absence leaves the team without both starting linebackers, as Edgerrin Cooper remains out for the season with a torn Achilles. Coaches expect backups Isaiah McDuffie and Ty’Ron Hopper to fill the void, though concerns exist regarding their ability to contain Detroit's powerful rushing attack. Franklin is not expected to be placed on injured reserve, but his absence may extend into the upcoming Thursday Night Football game.

via Acme Packing Company|
#detroit-lions#green-bay-packers#jahmyr-gibbs
Franklin’s 'He Quit' Remark Sparks Social Media Clash with Bears’ Burden
sports14 days ago

Franklin’s 'He Quit' Remark Sparks Social Media Clash with Bears’ Burden

Green Bay Packers linebacker Zaire Franklin accused Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III of quitting after Green Bay defeated Chicago 31-7 at Lambeau Field on October 11. The comment followed pre-game trash talk by Burden and ignited a social media exchange involving NBA star Anthony Davis. The victory improved Green Bay’s record to 3-2, tying them with Chicago and Detroit for second in the NFC North, while Chicago fell to 3-2 despite missing star quarterback Caleb Williams for a third consecutive game.

via Chicago Sun-Times|
#anthony-davis#chicago-bears#green-bay-packers
Packers Select Five Captains for 2026, Including Newcomer Franklin
sports1 month ago

Packers Select Five Captains for 2026, Including Newcomer Franklin

The Green Bay Packers have announced their five season-long captains for the 2026 NFL season. The group includes quarterback Jordan Love, tight end Tucker Kraft, safety Xavier McKinney, linebacker Zaire Franklin, and special teams linebacker Isaiah McDuffie. This marks a return to a fixed captaincy structure after two years of rotating weekly captains. Notably, only two of the team's highest-paid players were selected, while several high-salary veterans were excluded.

via Acme Packing Company|
#green-bay-packers#jordan-love#nfl
Packers Defense Dominates Camp as Love Plays Preseason Opener
nfl2 months ago

Packers Defense Dominates Camp as Love Plays Preseason Opener

The Green Bay Packers’ defense has outperformed the offense in the first 10 practices of training camp, led by linebacker Zaire Franklin and a strong defensive line. Quarterback Jordan Love is expected to play in the preseason opener against Pittsburgh despite recent receiver injuries. Rookie cornerback Brandon Cisse and veteran Benjamin St-Juste are battling for starting roles, while safety Xavier McKinney fits well into the new scheme.

via Sports Illustrated|
#green-bay-packers#jonathan-gannon#jordan-love
Packers' Camp: Franklin, Jones Shine as Injuries Test Depth
sports2 months ago

Packers' Camp: Franklin, Jones Shine as Injuries Test Depth

Green Bay Packers training camp opened with strong defensive performances from Zaire Franklin and Marlon Jones, but injuries to key players like Jager Burton and Aaron Banks forced roster adjustments. Day 1 highlighted potential in MarShawn Lloyd and Isaiah Neyor, while Day 2 confirmed Keisean Nixon's return and intensified competition for starting spots.

via Lombardi Ave|
#green-bay-packers#injury-updates#marlon-jones
Packers land Zaire Franklin in swap that sends Colby Wooden to Colts
sports7 months ago

Packers land Zaire Franklin in swap that sends Colby Wooden to Colts

The Green Bay Packers are acquiring linebacker Zaire Franklin from the Indianapolis Colts in exchange for defensive tackle Colby Wooden, with the deal not finalized until the new league year opens. Franklin, who turns 30 this July, led the NFL with 173 tackles in 2024 and provides immediate inside‑linebacker depth for Green Bay, while Wooden departs as a run defender. The trade also gives the Colts cap relief and prompts further retooling at linebacker and along the defensive line as both teams navigate their rosters and cap situations for 2026.

via The New York Times|
#colby-wooden#colts#nfl
Packers Swap Nose Tackle for LB, Hinting at a 3-4 Reset
sports7 months ago

Packers Swap Nose Tackle for LB, Hinting at a 3-4 Reset

Green Bay traded Colby Wooden to acquire Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin, signaling a shift toward a 3-4 defense under Jonathan Gannon. Franklin, who had a down 2025 season (PFF 38.4), is expected to start at Mike with Isaiah McDuffie backing and Edgerrin Cooper at Will. The deal carries cap implications (Franklin’s $6.24M base salary with cap charges rising to about $7M in 2026 and $9M in 2027), and the Packers have re-signed Nick Niemann while weighing Quay Walker’s free-agent market.

via Acme Packing Company|
#3-4-defense#colby-wooden#green-bay-packers
Packers Swap Colby Wooden for Zaire Franklin, Bolstering Inside Linebacker Depth
sports7 months ago

Packers Swap Colby Wooden for Zaire Franklin, Bolstering Inside Linebacker Depth

The Green Bay Packers and Indianapolis Colts completed a straight-player swap ahead of free agency: Packers send defensive tackle Colby Wooden to the Colts in exchange for linebacker Zaire Franklin, with no draft picks involved. The move gives Green Bay a proven inside linebacker to pair with a developing unit and potentially accelerates the market for Quay Walker, while Franklin—who has led the Colts in tackles and earned All-Pro honors in 2023—joins Green Bay with a cap hit around $7 million for 2026. The trade also shifts cap dynamics for both teams and could influence how the Colts pursue pending free agents such as Alec Pierce and Daniel Jones, as they look to rebuild their linebacking corps.

via NFL Rumors - ProFootballRumors.com|
#colby-wooden#green-bay-packers#indianapolis-colts
Packers land Zaire Franklin from Colts in swap for Colby Wooden
sports7 months ago

Packers land Zaire Franklin from Colts in swap for Colby Wooden

Green Bay acquired linebacker Zaire Franklin from Indianapolis in exchange for defensive tackle Colby Wooden, adding a productive, durable playmaker ahead of free agency. Franklin had 125 tackles in 2025 (173 in 2024 with a Pro Bowl nod) and has been durable across eight seasons. Wooden, a 2023 fourth‑round pick, appeared in 17 games with 16 starts in 2025. The move likely signals the Packers won’t re-sign pending free agent Quay Walker.

via NBC Sports|
#colby-wooden#green-bay-packers#indianapolis-colts