The Green Bay Packers welcomed running back MarShawn Lloyd back to the practice field on Sunday, a sight that surely brought smiles to the faces of fans and coaches alike. Lloyd had been sidelined since injuring his hamstring in the team’s first preseason game, but his return gives hope that he may be ready to take the field against the Philadelphia Eagles in Brazil for Friday’s opener.
Head coach Matt LaFleur spoke cautiously about Lloyd’s comeback, emphasizing the importance of taking things slow and ensuring the third-round pick is fully ready to go. “We’ll give him the week as he progresses,” LaFleur told Wes Hodkiewicz of the team’s website. “Certainly, we’ll be smart with him. He was limited today.”
The Packers find themselves in a bit of a bind in the running back department, with AJ Dillon on injured reserve. This puts Lloyd and Emanuel Wilson as the only backs behind star Josh Jacobs on the active roster. La’Mical Perine and Ellis Merriweather provide depth on the practice squad, but the team will surely be keeping a close eye on Lloyd’s recovery as they prepare for the upcoming season.
As fans eagerly await news of Lloyd’s status for Friday’s game, one thing is clear – the Packers are taking no chances when it comes to the health and well-being of their players. With a mix of caution and optimism, the team will continue to monitor Lloyd’s progress as they gear up for what promises to be an exciting and competitive season.
