On Thursday, Green Bay Packers outside linebacker Rashan Gary popped up on the injury report with a toe injury. Over five games, Gary has registered five sacks, which has placed him firmly in the Defensive Player of the Year running.
In the pre-practice press conference on Friday, head coach Matt LaFleur was asked about Gary’s status following the pass-rusher’s limited participation yesterday. LaFleur stated, “I don’t know the extent of it. We’ll see if he can go to practice today, but definitely a little concerned about that.”
When asked about the players who would have to fill in for Gary if he cannot suit up against the New York Jets this week, LaFleur replied, “Hey, it’s the next man up.