The Packers had a pretty noticeable absence from practice Monday, but coach Mike McCarthy downplayed any suggestion it was serious.
According to Jason Wilde of ESPNWisconsin.com, linebacker Clay Matthews was held out with “knee soreness,” though there were few other details.
McCarthy said Matthews felt something during Saturday’s practice. Players had Sunday off, and when they returned today, Matthews just jogged off the field after watching a bit of practice, before going back in to rehab with the other injured players.
While it may not be a big deal in August, his importance to the Packers defense can’t be overstated.