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, rookie running back for the , is facing a new challenge in his debut season after being , which delays his return to the field. has been on injured reserve since September 17 due to an ankle injury, limiting him to just one game played this year. In that game, during the Packers' victory over the Indianapolis rushed for 15 yards on six carries.
He just returned to practice, and Lloyd is back in the hospital The USC product, selected by the in the third round of the 2023 , was eager to return to the team and had started practicing earlier this week. However, before he could resume playing, he , prompting him to visit the team doctors. According to head coach , the doctors sent him to the hospital for further tests.
"They sent him to the hospital, and sure enough, that's what it is," LaFleur explained, confirming the appendicitis diagnosis. This new setback is a significant delay in recovery, which was already hindered by his Despite the bad news, remained optimistic about recovery. "He'll rebound.
I'm confident in that. That's what I told him. But it is a shame, certainly," the coach said on Friday.
is confident that will fully recover and contribute to the team in the future, although this setback will extend his time off the field. In his only game this season, showed promise, but his participation has been limited. The , who selected with the 88th overall pick in the draft, still believe in his potential despite these challenges.
During his college career, played his final season at after spending time at South Carolina between 2021 and 2022. The other injuries the Packers need to cover Meanwhile, the team is also dealing with other significant injuries ahead of their upcoming game against the . Rookie guard has been ruled out due to a , while defensive lineman (shoulder) is doubtful.
Cornerback (knee) and safety (hamstring) are both listed as questionable for the game. Despite these injuries, the (6-3) remain contenders in the , and fans are hopeful that, over time, players like will return to help strengthen the offense..
