Vikings @ Packers practice week thread

[GB-Brandon]

OK, I'm a mere lurker. Been here faithfully lurking since the post JSO days.

I have had enough experience now to recognize an A Hole.

Congratulations - not first place but very, very close.

Go Pack.

I don't know? Who had the Rams last night? LOL I try to help the people and I get mocked!!!

[Fritz]

Chaos reigns in Minnesota. No pass rush, no interior pass blocking and Kirk being Kirk to the point of rumors saying Cousins could sit this week.

Unless there is a total meltdown by the Packers, it should be an "easy" win.

I love that the Vikings suck. Apologies to Ras if he's out there.

[Joemailman]

Packers add LB James Burgess to active roster. Guess that means they're not expecting Krys Barnes to be ready to go.

[run pMc]

Yeah, Barnes is a slightly undersized tackling machine. Burgess looks to be in the same mold.

FWIW Barnes having recurring shoulder issues is not a good sign for him.

[Joemailman]

https://506sports.com/nfl.php?yr=2020&wk=8

Kevin Burkhardt and Daryl Johnston with the call.

[Joemailman]

Jason Wilde
@jasonjwilde
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In other injury news, Matt LaFleur says WR Allen Lazard (core muscle surgery) and ILB Christian Kirksey (pectoral) will both be back at #Packers practice this week, so start the return-to-action clock on them. Wonder if they're aiming for next Thursday vs. SF with both of them.

[RashanGary]

Crazy how well this season is playing out (knock on wood.)

Core injury is a major problem for any NFL player. The strength loss and endurance will surely be a problem for Lazard. He almost has to be brought along slowly. Probably won’t play this week or next. Then probably would be part time for a couple weeks. I imagine he could be 100% for the last 4 games though and has a great chance to be at his best in the post season, when we need him most.

[RashanGary]

If they’re smart with Lazard, for the post season, his break as long as it’s rehabbed and brought along with the long term in mind, he could be in better shape and more explosive than guys who are warn down by the end.

[GB-Brandon]

Crazy how well this season is playing out (knock on wood.)

Core injury is a major problem for any NFL player. The strength loss and endurance will surely be a problem for Lazard. He almost has to be brought along slowly. Probably won’t play this week or next. Then probably would be part time for a couple weeks. I imagine he could be 100% for the last 4 games though and has a great chance to be at his best in the post season, when we need him most.

That’s a realistic scenario I’m hoping.

[Joemailman]

[Joemailman]

Rob Demovsky
ESPN Staff Writer
Mason Crosby has two issues: left (non-kicking leg) calf and a back. He's one of 19 — that's a season-high — players on the injury report. No wonder Matt LaFleur reduced today's practice to walk-through speed.

Rob Demovsky
ESPN Staff Writer
Aaron Jones, Kevin King, Mason Crosby not practicing but a slew of guys returned: David Bakhtiari, Tyler Ervin, Darnell Savage (all inactive last week) plus Raven Greene, Krys Barnes (both hurt in the game) and Allen Lazard, Christian Kirksey (both eligible to come off IR).

Rob Demovsky
ESPN Staff Writer
Sounds like it might be another week for RB Aaron Jones (calf). Coach Matt LaFleur said holding him out last week "definitely helped him but he's got to continue to improve and get better each day." LaFleur said they won't risk losing him long term so "we'll be smart with him."

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[RashanGary]

Packers are starting to have a profile with muscle strains. Three or more weeks is the profile. I think it’s good that way. If you come back early, I think that’s when you start seeing knees and ankles go as the rest of their body is compensating.

[RashanGary]

I could see Jones back for SF. I mean, one game and then 10 days off.... calf strain.... he should be fine. But they’ve been out of this world effective in the short Lafleur era at preventing long term injuries. So whatever they choose, I’m down. Jamal is pretty good and Dillon needs reps. Plus erv is back for the motions. Jones down the stretch is more important because we do have the horses to fill in right now.

[Upnorth]

I could see Jones back for SF. I mean, one game and then 10 days off.... calf strain.... he should be fine. But they’ve been out of this world effective in the short Lafleur era at preventing long term injuries. So whatever they choose, I’m down. Jamal is pretty good and Dillon needs reps. Plus erv is back for the motions. Jones down the stretch is more important because we do have the horses to fill in right now.

Motion drives lafluers attack. I am looking forward to ervin coming back but am disappointed they didn't find anyone to take over his role or at least try to.

[Sparkey]

Minor injuries become a persistent problem if they don't heal properly. In Jones case, a minor calf injury is still a big deal. Explosiveness and lateral agility are all compromised by even a minor calf injury. They need to take the long view on this injury.