Packers RB Josh Jacobs Needs Surgery On Finger, Could Go On IR

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs is scheduled to undergo surgery on a fractured ring finger and may be placed on injured reserve, according to head coach Matt LaFleur. Jacobs suffered the injury during the first quarter against the New England Patriots when his finger got caught in the helmet of safety Craig Woodson during a stiff-arm attempt.

An injured reserve designation would sideline Jacobs for a minimum of four games, potentially keeping him out against the Minnesota Vikings, Los Angeles Rams, Buffalo Bills, and New Orleans Saints. Jacobs had previously missed the Packers' first six games of the season on the commissioner's exempt list before appearing in three games, totaling 80 rushing yards and one touchdown.