Packers lose Jayden Reed and Zach Bako-Bewele to injuries in Week 2

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Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Packers lose Jayden Reed and Zach Bako-Bewele to injuries in Week 2
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The Green Bay Packers faced a challenging start to their Week 2 game against the New York Jets on September 20, 2026, as they lost two players to injuries on consecutive plays. Wide receiver Jayden Reed sustained a neck injury after a hard hit and was carted off the field, followed by offensive lineman Zach Bako-Bewele, who suffered a leg injury. Both players have been ruled out for the remainder of the game. Trainers attended to Reed immediately after he made a reception, while Bako-Bewele was taken off the field after needing an air cast for his leg. Further diagnoses are pending for both players.

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  • Jayden Reed injured on a reception, carted off in the first quarter.
  • Zach Bako-Bewele injured on the next play and also carted off.
  • Both players ruled out for the remainder of the game.
  • Injuries occurred during Packers vs. Jets matchup on September 20, 2026.
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The Green Bay Packers endured a nightmare opening to their Week 2 matchup with the New York Jets, losing two players to injuries on consecutive plays. Both players needed to be taken off the field in a cart after going down. Jayden Reed was the first player to leave the field, with the Packers gathering [...]

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