Josh Jacobs misses practice due to groin injury but expected back soon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Josh Jacobs did not participate in practice on August 6 due to a groin injury. Reports indicate that the Packers running back's absence is not expected to be long-term. Jacobs had previously faced injury challenges during the 2025 season but finished with significant contributions, including 929 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns. The team anticipates his return to the field in the near future as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Josh Jacobs is sidelined with a groin injury during practice.
- •His absence is not expected to extend beyond a short period.
- •Jacobs contributed 929 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns in 2025.
- •He was selected in the first round of the 2019 draft.
- •The Packers aim for a strong start to the season with Jacobs' return.
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Josh Jacobs out of practice with groin injury, not expected to be long-term
"One of Green Bay’s top offensive players is not practicing on Thursday, but he should be back on the field soon.
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