Today’s Packers Practice Update: It’s His Time, And He’s Fired Up About It
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Key Points:
- MarShawn Lloyd has taken the No. 1 running back spot for the Green Bay Packers heading into the 2026 NFL season opener, stepping up due to Josh Jacobs being on the Commissioner's Exempt List.
- Despite limited carries in his previous seasons and college, Lloyd has shown readiness and strong participation throughout training camp and preseason, earning confidence from the Packers' general manager and coaches.
- Lloyd will be supported in the backfield by Chris Brooks and newly acquired Kaleb Johnson, while the team is adjusting to recent additions including tight ends Jonnu Smith and Mark Redman.
- Defensive tackle Warren Brinson remains sidelined with injury, but Anthony Campbell has impressed as a key rotational player during camp.
- The Packers recently added kicker Lenny Krieg and long snapper Scott Daly to their practice squad and will resume practice next Monday after a mandatory break.
