Packers activate Javon Hargrave and Chris Brooks from injury lists
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 6:16 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The Green Bay Packers have returned defensive tackle Javon Hargrave and running back Chris Brooks from injury lists ahead of practice on August 9. Hargrave is off the physically unable to perform list after missing the first eight training camp practices due to a knee injury. Brooks, who has been sidelined with a hamstring injury, also returns as a versatile option behind starter Josh Jacobs. Both players are practicing for the first time this camp, allowing them time to prepare ahead of Week 1's game in Minnesota. The Packers have other players remaining on injury lists, including Micah Parsons and Luke Musgrave.
- •Javon Hargrave and Chris Brooks return to practice on August 9.
- •Hargrave missed training camp with a knee injury; Brooks with a hamstring injury.
- •Both players are expected to be ready for the season opener against Minnesota.
- •Other injured players include Micah Parsons and Luke Musgrave.
- •Open practices are scheduled for the next two days ahead of preseason opener.
- 6:16 PMYahoo Sports — Packers Training Camp Recap: Javon Hargrave, Chris Brooks return to practice
- 4:44 PMYahoo Sports — Packers return two important players from injury lists on Sunday
"Only four players remain on the Green Bay Packers’ PUP list after Chris Brooks and Javon Hargrave were activated
"DL Javon Hargrave and RB Chris Brooks are back from injury lists and practicing with the Packers on Sunday.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 9, 2026, 6:16 PMPackers Training Camp Recap: Javon Hargrave, Chris Brooks return to practice
Only four players remain on the Green Bay Packers’ PUP list after Chris Brooks and Javon Hargrave were activated
- Yahoo SportsAug 9, 2026, 4:44 PMPackers return two important players from injury lists on Sunday
DL Javon Hargrave and RB Chris Brooks are back from injury lists and practicing with the Packers on Sunday.
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