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    Green Bay Packers: Matt LaFleur Provides Important Update On Star Player After Missing Another Practice

    Jordan SiglerBy Updated:No Comments3 Mins Read
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    Dec 25, 2022; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur looks on from the sideline during the third quarter against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

    Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur gave his update on star running back Aaron Jones Thursday afternoon. Jones missed his second practice in a row Thursday as he deals with a hamstring injury he suffered against the Chicago Bears in Week 1.

    Jones’ DNP status on Wednesday and Thursday cast doubt on the likelihood he would be available to play in Week 2 against the Atlanta Falcons. Jones said in an interview following the game Sunday that he felt he could have gone back into the game if the Packers needed him to close out the win over the Bears. His comments made it seem his injury wasn’t too serious.

    The injury report this week has read otherwise.

    The Green Bay Packers are optimistic about Aaron Jones’ recovery

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    Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones (33) scores a touchdown on a 35-yard reception during the third quarter of their regular season opening game Sunday, September 10, 2023 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill. The Green Bay Packers beat the Chicago Bears 38-20.

    LaFleur gave a positive spin on Jones missing practice Thursday, as Jones did rehab activities with a helmet on. According to Rob Demovsky with ESPN, LaFleur said Jones being in a helmet was a great sign of his progress:

    “Anytime he’s out there and has a helmet on, that’s a good sign,” LaFleur said.
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    Aug 25, 2022; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur watches play against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
    Friday’s injury report will be telling for Jones’ chances of playing in Week 2 against the Falcons. We’ll see if Jones can practice, even in a limited fashion. The Packers will also release a game designation for Jones on Friday’s injury report.
    For now, LaFleur seems optimistic.
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    Aug 26, 2023; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; A Green Bay Packers helmet sits on the sidelines during the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

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