Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love has been given the green light to play in the upcoming game against the Detroit Lions after recovering from a strained groin injury sustained during the last game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Love, who recently turned 26, was not listed among the inactive players for the Packers, indicating his availability for the game.
Despite the positive news regarding Love and running back Josh Jacobs, who is also available after dealing with an ankle injury, the Packers will be missing key defensive players in cornerback Jaire Alexander and safety Evan Williams. Alexander, a two-time Pro Bowler, is sidelined due to a knee injury, while Williams is out with a hamstring issue.
In addition to the defensive absences, the Packers will also be without starting center Josh Myers, who is dealing with a wrist injury. Myers had started every game for the Packers this season and had a perfect attendance record in the previous two seasons.
On the Lions' side, linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez, defensive lineman Josh Paschal, and defensive tackle Brodric Martin have been ruled out for the game due to various injuries. The absence of these players could impact the Lions' defensive performance against the Packers.
Love's injury occurred early in the last game but he managed to stay in the game until the third quarter when he had to leave the field after completing a pass to Jacobs. Despite the setback, Love's availability for the upcoming game is a positive development for the Packers as they aim to secure a victory against the NFC North-leading Lions.
Other inactive players for the Packers include wide receiver Malik Heath, defensive lineman Brenton Cox Jr., and offensive tackle Travis Glover. For the Lions, running back Sione Vaki, offensive linemen Giovanni Manu, Christian Mahogany, and Colby Sorsdal, as well as defensive lineman Mekhi Wingo, will also be inactive for the game.
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