Packers coach Matt LaFleur questions offensive line health before Vikings game
5 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 12:42 AM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026
The Green Bay Packers approach their September 13 road opener against the Minnesota Vikings with uncertainty regarding the health of key offensive linemen. Coach Matt LaFleur confirmed that veteran offensive linemen Aaron Banks and Zach Bako-Bewele have both missed practice time due to knee injuries. Throughout training camp, Anthony Belton has stepped in at right tackle, while Jacob Monk and Jager Burton have taken significant reps at guard to manage the absences. The team also announced five season-long captains for the 2026 campaign, including quarterback Jordan Love and safety Xavier McKinney. In other roster moves, the organization signed kicker Lenny Krieg and long snapper Scott Daly to the practice squad. LaFleur noted that the team has finalized a significant portion of its game plan despite the challenges of limited continuity on the offensive line.
- •Aaron Banks and Zach Bako-Bewele remain questionable for the season opener due to knee injuries.
- •Jordan Love, Zaire Franklin, Tucker Kraft, Isaiah McDuffie, and Xavier McKinney were named 2026 team captains.
- •Lenny Krieg and Scott Daly joined the team's practice squad.
- •Anthony Belton, Jacob Monk, and Jager Burton have filled in on the offensive line during camp.
- 12:42 AMYahoo Sports — Green Bay Packers: Zach Bako-Bewele shuts down speculation he will not play in Week 1 after injury report released
- 12:32 AMYahoo Sports — Packers Share Rough 2-Word Injury News on Bako-Bewele, Banks Ahead of Week 1
- 8:21 PMYahoo Sports — Packers unsure of Week 1 status of two starting offensive linemen
- 7:48 PMYahoo Sports — Packers coach Matt LaFleur vague on Aaron Banks, Zach Bako-Bewele status
"The Green Bay Packers are days away from the start of their 2026 season. There are a great deal of high expectations surrounding the team this year. After three consecutives years of making the NFL Playoffs as the seventh seed in the NFC, fans want to see the Packers win the NFC North and make [...]
"Two key starters along the Green Bay Packers' offensive line enter the first week of the season with major injury questions. The post Packers Share Rough 2-Word Injury News on Bako-Bewele, Banks Ahead of Week 1 appeared first on HEAVY.
"Green Bay Packers are gearing up for their season opener against the Vikings. Coach Matt LaFleur said the team is prepared for the unknowns of Week 1.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 12:42 AMGreen Bay Packers: Zach Bako-Bewele shuts down speculation he will not play in Week 1 after injury report released
The Green Bay Packers are days away from the start of their 2026 season. There are a great deal of high expectations surrounding the team this year. After three consecutives years of making the NFL Playoffs as the seventh seed in the NFC, fans want to see the Packers win the NFC North and make [...]
- Yahoo SportsSep 8, 2026, 12:32 AMPackers Share Rough 2-Word Injury News on Bako-Bewele, Banks Ahead of Week 1
Two key starters along the Green Bay Packers' offensive line enter the first week of the season with major injury questions. The post Packers Share Rough 2-Word Injury News on Bako-Bewele, Banks Ahead of Week 1 appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 8:21 PMPackers unsure of Week 1 status of two starting offensive linemen
Will the Packers have RT Zach Bako-Bewele and LG Aaron Banks in Week 1? Matt LaFleur wasn't sure (or unwilling to tell) on Monday.
- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 7:48 PMPackers coach Matt LaFleur vague on Aaron Banks, Zach Bako-Bewele status
Green Bay Packers are gearing up for their season opener against the Vikings. Coach Matt LaFleur said the team is prepared for the unknowns of Week 1.
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