Green Bay, Wisconsin – The Green Bay Packers announced a series of roster moves on Saturday in preparation for a crucial game against their rivals, the Chicago Bears. Two players have been activated off the injured reserve, signaling their return to the 53-man roster.
Tight end Luke Musgrave, who suffered a kidney laceration in Week 11 against the Los Angeles Chargers, has been cleared to play once again. His activation is especially significant due to AJ Dillon’s thumb injury, which led to his exclusion from the upcoming game against the Bears. Running back Emanuel Wilson, who injured his shoulder in the same game as Musgrave, has also received the green light to join the active roster alongside Musgrave.
To accommodate these activations, the Packers released cornerback David Long Jr. and placed safety Rudy Ford on the injured reserve. The team’s decision to part ways with Long suggests confidence in the health of cornerback Jaire Alexander and the depth of the position.
Ford, who started nine games this season, has seen a decrease in playing time and was listed as a non-participant in practice this week due to a hamstring injury. His inclusion on the injured reserve indicates a prolonged absence from the team.
In addition to these moves, the Packers elevated rookie receiver Grant DuBose to the gameday roster. Drafted in the seventh round, DuBose will have his first opportunity to showcase his skills in Sunday’s game against the Bears.
The Packers’ wide receiver corps has been plagued with injuries, as Jayden Reed, Christian Watson, and Dontayvion Wicks are all listed as questionable for the upcoming game. With Samori Toure already on the injured reserve, the team’s options at receiver are limited to Romeo Doubs, Malik Heath, and Bo Melton.
With this final set of moves, the Green Bay Packers have solidified their roster ahead of the pivotal matchup against their divisional rivals. The activations of Luke Musgrave and Emanuel Wilson from the injured reserve bolster the team’s offensive options, while the elevation of Grant DuBose adds a fresh face to the receiving corps. The Packers will enter the game with confidence, knowing they have made the necessary adjustments to maximize their chances of victory.