Packers place MarShawn Lloyd on injured reserve after ankle injury

The Green Bay Packers have placed rookie running back MarShawn Lloyd on injured reserve following an ankle injury sustained during a game against the Indianapolis Colts, which the Packers won 16-10. This decision was announced on Tuesday, and Lloyd will be sidelined for a minimum of four games. Prior to this injury, he had already missed the season opener due to a hamstring issue, limiting his contributions early in the season. In the game against the Colts, Lloyd managed to gain 15 yards on six carries while participating in just 10 offensive snaps. His struggles with injuries have been a source of frustration, but he has received support from teammate Josh Jacobs, who has encouraged him to accept the challenges and focus on improvement. Jacobs has been a key player for the Packers, leading the team in carries and rushing yards. To address the depth issues at the running back position, the Packers have signed Chris Brooks from their practice squad. Brooks, who joined the practice squad on September 3, has previous experience with the Miami Dolphins, where he played nine games last season. His addition aims to bolster the running game as the team prepares for their upcoming matchup against the Tennessee Titans. The Packers currently hold a 1-1 record and are looking to improve their performance in the next game. With Lloyd out, the team will rely heavily on Jacobs and the newly signed Brooks to carry the offensive load in the coming weeks.