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Josh Jacobs injury update: Latest news on Packers RB's status in Week 9 game
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs left Sunday's game against the New England Patriots early after his hand got caught in a defender's face mask during the first quarter.
Entering the week ranked 29th in success rate, the Packers' rushing offense has struggled all season, making Jacobs' availability critical to addressing ongoing performance issues.
Packers coach Matt LaFleur confirmed after the 45-27 win that Jacobs fractured his right ring finger, stating, "He was just having a hard time gripping the ball."
Pierre Strong and MarShawn Lloyd filled in with Jacobs sidelined, while the running back eventually returned to the sideline without re-entering the game.
The Packers face their NFC North rival, the Minnesota Vikings, next Sunday, though uncertainty remains regarding whether Jacobs will be available for the matchup.