The Green Bay Packers limped into their bye week with a rapidly expanding injury list. Somehow, sticking to form, they return in even worse shape.
Sure, the Packers are seemingly more transparent than other teams when it comes to reporting injuries. Sneeze too loudly, and you might end up on the injury report. But even when filtering out the ailments we shouldn't worry about, the Packers' concerns have increased throughout the week.
Kicker Brandon McManus is a doubt for Week 6 after injuring his quad at practice, but perhaps even more concerning is the offensive line musical chairs facing this team again. The Packers can't catch a break up front, and the final injury report is ominous reading for Jordan Love.
Packers' offensive line injuries take a turn for the worse on final injury report for Week 6
The Packers ruled out rookie tackle Anthony Belton due to an ankle injury, but the initial signs had looked more promising for guard Aaron Banks and tackle Zach Tom.
But then they both suffered new injuries. Banks had been limited at practice with a groin injury, but the Packers added a knee issue to the report on Friday. Tom was recovering from an oblique injury, but he now also has a back issue. Both are questionable.
So, too, is left tackle Rasheed Walker, who is dealing with a quadricep injury.
Even if all three play, it's unclear how close to 100 percent they are. That's a potential problem with All-Pro pass-rusher Trey Hendrickson coming to town.
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Green Bay's offensive line had a disastrous afternoon against the Cleveland Browns in Week 3, allowing six sacks and 17 pressures (per PFF). The unit responded well enough against the Dallas Cowboys, but their defense has rolled out the red carpet for every opponent since trading Micah Parsons.
The Packers can't catch a break, consistently having to reshuffle their starting five.
Green Bay could need Jordan Morgan to start at left tackle. Or left guard. Or right tackle. That's how much uncertainty they face along the offensive line.
Love needs to be able to trust his protection, but that's challenging without continuity. The hope was that the bye week would help them recover from their injuries and return close to full strength.
All three injured linemen could play, but with an official questionable designation, everything is up in the air before Week 6. Love will be looking on nervously.