3 ways Packers can replace Aaron Jones vs. Falcons in Week 2
Aaron Jones is the latest Green Bay Packers player to suffer a hamstring injury, leaving his status for Week 2 up in the air. How can the Packers replace Jones' production if he is inactive against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday?
Jones is yet to practice this week, which means there's a good chance he either won't play or will be limited. After a dominant performance in the season opener, losing Jones is the last thing this young Packers offense needs.
But that's football. Green Bay managed just fine without Christian Watson last week and may now have Jones joining him on the sideline. If the Packers are without their star running back, here's how they can replace his production.
3. Packers need to get the ball in Jayden Reed's hands
The Packers can't replace Aaron Jones with one player. It will take a team effort. Getting the ball in Jayden Reed's hands is a good place to start.
Green Bay's second-round pick impressed on debut against Chicago, catching two passes for 48 yards, including a 30-yard reception. He also returned a punt for 35 yards. Picking up yards after the catch is one of Reed's biggest strengths, which he showed in Week 1.
The Packers need to find ways to get the ball in his hands. That can include jet sweeps and screen passes. When Reed has the ball in space, it's bad news for defenses.