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Breaking down Packers’ roster moves ahead of showdown vs. Lions

The Green Bay Packers made four roster moves ahead of Thursday night’s showdown with the Detroit Lions in Week 4. The team placed left tackle David Bakhtiari on injured reserve, signed linebacker Kristian Welch from the practice squad and elevated cornerbacks Corey Ballentine and Kiondre Thomas from the practice squad to the gameday roster.

Here’s a breakdown of the four moves, starting with the bad news for Bakhtiari:

Bakhtiari to injured reserve

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Green Bay Packers offensive tackle David Bakhtiari (69) provides pass protection while covering Detroit Lions linebacker Romeo Okwara (95) during the second quarter Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis.