Green Bay Packers Linebacker Edgerrin Cooper Out for Season with Torn Achilles

The Green Bay Packers defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 17-14 in their Week 4 NFL game on Sunday, but the win was overshadowed by a serious injury to star linebacker Edgerrin Cooper. Cooper left the game in the third quarter with a leg injury, and an MRI on Monday confirmed a torn Achilles, ending his season. Cooper, a second-round pick in 2024, had been having a breakout year with 30 tackles, three sacks, and one interception. His loss is a major blow to the Packers' defense as they face a challenging schedule ahead.