The Green Bay Packers are now well eqipped for the Season as Headcoach announce a Suprise Injury Return.
Regarding their running back, MarShawn Lloyd, the Green Bay Packers recently received some encouraging news.
The rookie returned to practice following his hamstring injury sustained during the Packers’ preseason game against the Cleveland Browns on August 10, which gave him a good opportunity to play in the season opener in Brazil against the Philadelphia Eagles.
After reporting early with the rest of the rookie class, Lloyd sustained a hip ailment that kept him out of training camp. Lloyd strained his hamstring on the one rush he made in the preseason
On September 1, Lloyd was observed practicing and going through drills in an attempt to obtain more playing time in the season opener. Gaining as much synergy as possible with the offense—especially Jordan Love, who might have a strong season this year—will be crucial for him. Love has demonstrated his ability to pass the ball, but his effectiveness will only depend on how well the run game is played. Lloyd shouldn’t be the only running back on the field when his number is called because the Packers have other options, but he will still be expected to produce when it does.MarShawn Lloyd’s playing time this season may be impacted by the lack of reps he was able to obtain. He will have to climb a ladder to compete with the other running backs on the squad for playing time in the backfield because he has already missed time in camp. Josh Jacobs, a seasoned running back who the Packers signed in free agency during the offseason, will probably start the season as the starter. In the offseason, AJ Dillon also re-signed with the organization.
The Packers chose Lloyd with the 88th overall choice in the 2024 NFL Draft. Lloyd was well-known for his speed when he transferred from USC, and the team is eager to see what he can accomplish as a wide receiver and running back. Lloyd ran for 820 yards and nine touchdowns during his final season at USC. He also grabbed 13 passes for 232 receiving yards.
According to GiveMeSport, Lloyd averaged the ninth most rushing yards after contact among Power Five running backs last season and led all running backs in missed tackles induced per attempt.
The Detroit Lions are predicted to be at the top of the NFC once again, so the Packers will have a battle in their quest for the division title this season. With so many offensive weapons surrounding quarterback Caleb Williams, the Chicago Bears could be a sleeper team to watch out for. The quarterback position of the Minnesota Vikings could also be crucial to the team’s success.
