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Packers expect rookie Brandon Cisse back from neck injury soon

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 1:05 AM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Packers expect rookie Brandon Cisse back from neck injury soon

Summary

Green Bay Packers rookie cornerback Brandon Cisse left the Week 4 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers due to a neck injury after playing 53 snaps. Head coach Matt LaFleur reported positive news, stating that Cisse has cleared concussion protocols and his neck injury is not serious. Cisse has been a key contributor this season, starting from Week 1 and outperforming expectations. He has played 246 snaps over four weeks, contributing to the team's defense. The Packers will monitor his status closely, and he is expected to be available for the upcoming matchup against the Chicago Bears.

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Status Watch

•Brandon Cisse played 53 snaps before leaving Week 4 game.
•Cisse cleared concussion protocol; neck injury is not serious.
•He started the season and has been impactful despite being a rookie.
•Green Bay has depth behind Cisse with Carrington Valentine available.
•Upcoming game against the Chicago Bears is crucial for the Packers.

Latest Updates

1:05 AMYahoo Sports — Packers Get Positive Injury News on Rookie Starter

What they're saying

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Green Bay Packers rookie cornerback Brandon Cisse left the Green Bay Packers’ Week 4 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with what appeared to be a head or neck injury. Cisse played in 53 of the Packers’ 62 snaps. However, head coach Matt LaFleur had positive news when discussing his status and potential return to […] The post Packers Get Positive Injury News on Rookie Starter appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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