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Packers linebacker Franklin out Sunday with shin injury

Packers linebacker Zaire Franklin will miss Sunday's game against the Lions with a shin injury.

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 4:41 PM
Packers linebacker Franklin out Sunday with shin injury
Key Things to Know
  • Packers linebacker Zaire Franklin will miss Sunday's game against the Lions due to a shin injury.
  • Head coach Matt LaFleur confirmed Franklin will not be placed on injured reserve.
  • Green Bay is now without both starting inside linebackers following an earlier injury to Edgerrin Cooper.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Green Bay Packers inside linebacker Zaire Franklin will miss Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions after suffering a shin injury during Thursday's practice. Head coach Matt LaFleur confirmed Franklin was kneed in the shin during a collision. However, the injury is not considered season-ending, and the team does not expect to place him on injured reserve.

Franklin's absence leaves Green Bay without both starting inside linebackers, following Edgerrin Cooper's season-ending Achilles tear three weeks ago. Isaiah McDuffie and Ty'Ron Hopper are expected to start against Detroit, while running back Josh Jacobs is on track to make his season debut.

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