The suspension of Aaron Jones (two games for violating the substance abuse policy) is a big blow to the Green Bay Packers’ offense. He’s their most dynamic running back, capable of regularly ripping off big gains through the air and on the ground.
But this suspension is also an opportunity, both for the Packers and for their 54th-best player. The team can keep this 54th man on the roster for two weeks before releasing him in favor of Jones.
Additionally, if this player meets the eligibility requirements, the Packers will be more likely to be able to stash them on the practice squad when releasing them after Week 2, as teams will have established their 53-man rosters at that point.