Packers Place RB MarShawn Lloyd on Injured Reserve

The Green Bay Packers have placed rookie running back MarShawn Lloyd on injured reserve due to an ankle sprain sustained during a game against the Indianapolis Colts, where he had only seven touches for 18 yards. This injury follows a hamstring issue that limited his preseason participation, raising concerns about his rookie season performance despite initial praise from notable figures like Nick Saban. With both Lloyd and veteran RB2 AJ Dillon injured, starter Josh Jacobs is now left with limited backup support, having carried the ball 32 times for a remarkable 151 yards in the same game. In response, the Packers have signed running back Chris Brooks from their practice squad to bolster their backfield options. Lloyd's status is currently day-to-day, and he remains hopeful for a return in Week 3 against the Titans. The Packers managed to secure a 16-10 victory over the Colts despite the injury setbacks.