GREEN BAY, Wis. – Za’Darius Smith’s loss is Jonathan Garvin’s gain.
“That’s how I view it,” Garvin said after Saturday’s practice. “I talked to Z, of course, and he’s like, ‘Man, this is a great opportunity for you.’ I see it as such. Of course, I want everyone on the team to be healthy but I’m glad I get to play. I really work hard so I can play. It’s going to be a good opportunity for me.”
With Smith sent to injured reserve with the goal of getting him past his lengthy back problem, Rashan Gary and Preston Smith will be the starting duo at outside linebacker for Monday night’s game against the Detroit Lions.