Elgton Jenkins Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Vikings vs Packers game on Sunday with our National Football League injury report.Nov 12, 2025
Set to undergo surgery
Jenkins is slated to undergo a procedure to repair a lower-leg fracture that he sustained against the Eagles on Monday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Head coach Matt LaFleur told reporters Wednesday that the severity of Jenkins' injury means that the 2019 second-rounder is "highly unlikely to return this season, per Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com. Sean Rhyan is slated to start at center for the rest of the 2025 campaign.
Nov 11, 2025
Sent to injured reserve
The Packers placed Jenkins (ankle) on injured reserve Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins was injured in the second quarter of Monday night's loss to the Eagles and has been diagnosed with an ankle fracture. With his placement on injured reserve, Jenkins will be required to miss at least the next four games. It's unclear if Jenkins will be able to return this season. Sean Rhyan replaced Jenkins at center following his exit Monday night.
Nov 11, 2025
Suffers fracture
X-rays revealed that Jenkins suffered a fracture in his ankle or lower leg in Monday's 10-7 loss to the Eagles, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins was carted off the field after suffering an apparent ankle injury in the second quarter. He'll be headed for a significant absence, though initial reports suggest he could return at some point this season.
Nov 11, 2025
Could be in for lengthy absence
Coach Matt LaFleur said Jenkins' ankle injury "doesn't look good" following Monday's 10-7 loss to the Eagles, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins suffered an ankle injury in the second quarter and was carted off the field. He didn't return, and it sounds as if his status for a Week 11 matchup against the Giants could also be in danger.
Nov 10, 2025
Done for night
Jenkins (ankle) has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday night's contest against the Eagles, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins was carted off the field after suffering an ankle injury in the second quarter, and his night has now officially come to a premature end. Sean Rhyan will continue to operate as Green Bay's center in his absence.
Nov 10, 2025
Exits with ankle injury
Jenkins (ankle) is questionable to return to Monday night's contest against the Eagles, Bill Huber of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins had the back of his legs rolled up on in the second quarter by quarterback Jordan Love while he was being tackled, and the offensive lineman suffered an ankle injury and was carted off the field as a result. Sean Rhyan has taken over at center with Jenkins sidelined.
Sep 5, 2025
Suiting up Sunday
Jenkins (hip) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Lions, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Despite a week of limited practice sessions due to a hip issue, Jenkins carries no injury designation into the Packers' regular-season opener Sunday. The two-time Pro Bowl guard is now expected to open the season as Green Bay's starting center.
Sep 3, 2025
Limited in practice
Jenkins (hip) was a limited participant in Green Bay's practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins popped up on Wednesday's injury report after having missed time earlier this summer with an undisclosed injury and then later a back injury. While the 30-year-old will look to be good to go for Sunday's matchup versus the Lions, but if he ends up being unable to play Sean Rhyan will likely start at center in his place.
Aug 10, 2025
Past back injury
Jenkins (back) started and played 12 offensive snaps in Saturday's preseason opener against the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins opened camp on the active/non-football injury list last month but was activated after 11 days before coming down with a minor back issue last week. He's locked in at center for Green Bay this season.
Aug 7, 2025
Dealing with back injury
Jenkins (back) popped up on the injury report Thursday, Bill Huber of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jacob Monk filled in at center with Jenkins sidelined Thursday. Jenkins was previously on the non-football injury list for the first week of training camp due to an undisclosed injury, but it isn't clear if this back injury is related. His status for Saturday's preseason opener against the Jets is up in the air.
Jul 29, 2025
Ready to practice
Jenkins (undisclosed) was activated off the non-football injury list Monday, Aaron Nagler of Cheese Head TV reports.
ANALYSIS
After being sidelined the first week of training camp, head coach Matt LaFleur said Jenkins will return to practice Monday on a limited basis. The two-time Pro Bowl selection started every game for Green Bay last season. He sat out for parts of mandatory minicamp due to a contract dispute as part of his positional change to center, but the Packers confirmed before training camp that Jenkins was dealing with a legitimate injury. The 30-year-old still has two years remaining on the extension he signed back in 2022, but with minimal guarantees and an escalated base salary in the final year, Jenkins could wind up being a cap casualty next season if the position change experiment fails.
Jul 18, 2025
Still sidelined
Jenkins (undisclosed) was placed on the active/non-football injury list Friday, Zach Jacobson of 247Sports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins sat out portions of mandatory minicamp due to a contract dispute. However, the Packers confirmed that Jenkins is dealing with an injury at the start of training camp, though it's unclear what the issue is.
Jun 10, 2025
Limited at minicamp
Jenkins was a limited participant in Green Bay's minicamp session Tuesday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins is still in a contract dispute with the Packers leading to him not working in full during Tuesday's session. He is expected to be moved from guard to center ahead of the upcoming season and will serve as the team's starter should they agree to new terms.
May 14, 2025
Not attending workouts
Jenkins is skipping Green Bay's offseason workouts, Rob Demovsky of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
While Jenkins has recovered from the shoulder injury he suffered during the team's wild-card loss versus the Eagles in January, the 26-year-old is instead holding out due to a contract dispute. Jenkins could be moved from guard to center ahead of the start of the upcoming season and it remains to be seen when he'll rejoin the team.
Jan 12, 2025
Done for rest of Sunday
Jenkins (neck) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's NFC wild-card game versus the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins is now officially done for the day after sustaining a stinger early in the first quarter of the contest. In the meantime, Travis Glover will remain the team's left guard against Philadelphia.
Jan 12, 2025
Questionable to return Sunday
Jenkins (neck) is questionable to return to Sunday's NFC wild-card game versus the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins suffered a stinger on the team's first official offensive possession of the game, placing some doubt on his ability to return. Travis Glover replaced him at left guard versus Philadelphia.
Jan 12, 2024
Will play in wild-card round
Jenkins (knee) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Wes Hodklewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Despite logging a DNP at Thursday's practice, Jenkins will suit up for the Packers' wild-card matchup. Expect the Pro-Bowl offensive lineman to assume his regular duties as Green Bay's top left guard in Sunday's affair.
Jan 11, 2024
Misses practice Thursday
Jenkins (knee) didn't practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
The 28-year-old missed a pair of games back in September with a sprained MCL and has been battling various issues much of the last three seasons. Jenkins made all 15 of his starts this season at left guard and should be there Sunday against the Cowboys despite the DNP Thursday.
Jan 7, 2024
Able to suit up for Week 18
Jenkins (knee/ankle) is active for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins logged a DNP/DNP/LP progression during Week 18 prep to enter the weekend deemed questionable to play against Chicago, and he'll ultimately suit up for a contest the Packers may need to win in order to cement a playoff berth. The two-time Pro Bowler's presence on the offensive line is a big boost to the pass protection for quarterback Jordan Love.
Dec 28, 2023
Practices Thursday
Jenkins (shoulder) was a limited participant in practice Thursday after missing Wednesday's walkthrough.
ANALYSIS
The starting left guard has been dealing with this injury since Week 14 but has yet to miss a game in that span. Jenkins has started all 13 games he's played in this season.
Dec 27, 2023
Unavailable Wednesday
Jenkins (shoulder) was considered a non-participant at the Packers' walkthrough Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins has been dealing with a shoulder issue for a few weeks, but it has yet to sideline him for any games, so his absence Wednesday isn't as concerning as it could be. The offensive lineman will look to return to the field for Thursday's first official practice session of the week ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Vikings.
Dec 9, 2023
Cleared for Monday
Jenkins (shoulder) is cleared to play Monday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
ANALYSIS
After not practicing Friday, Jenkins' Saturday practice status has cleared him for Week 14 in New York. The 27-year-old has not missed a game since Week 4 and has a solid presence in both the Packers' run and pass game.
Dec 8, 2023
Doesn't practice Friday
Jenkins (shoulder) did not participate in Friday's practice, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins logged a limited practice Thursday but sat out of Friday's session. The Packers play Monday against the Giants, so Jenkins' practice participation Saturday will provide clarity on his status for the game.
Oct 22, 2023
Will play Sunday
Jenkins (knee) is active for Sunday's matchup against the Broncos, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins missed back-to-back games with a knee injury but returned to action for the Packers' Week 5 loss to the Raiders on Monday Night Football. Following Green Bay's Week 6 bye, Jenkins was still on the injury report due to the knee issue and was given a questionable designation. It looks as though Jenkins may have to battle knee pain throughout the year, but he's going to give it a go in Week 7.
Oct 20, 2023
Questionable Sunday
Jenkins (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins returned to the field during Green Bay's Week 5 loss to the Raiders after missing the previous two games with a knee injury. The versatile lineman seems to be trending in the wrong direction to play this coming Sunday, as he went from being a limited participant in Thursday's practice to a DNP on Friday. If Jenkins is unable to suit up this weekend, Royce Newman is expected to start at left guard.
Oct 7, 2023
Returning Monday
Jenkins (knee) has no injury designation ahead of Monday night's game against Las Vegas, Tom Silverstein of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
ANALYSIS
Green Bay will get their Pro Bowl lineman back this Monday after he missed the team's last two games with a knee issue. Jenkins is expected to reclaim the left guard duties from Royce Newman for the remainder of the season.
Oct 5, 2023
Practices Thursday
Jenkins (knee) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The starting left guard and two-time Pro Bowler has missed the Packers' last two games after spraining his MCL in Week 2 against the Falcons. Jenkins might also benefit from an extra day to heal as Green Bay prepares to face Las Vegas on Monday night.
Sep 27, 2023
Ruled out again
Jenkins (knee) will miss Thursday's game against the Lions, Ryan Wood of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins suffered an MCL sprain Week 2 that will keep him sidelined once again. The Packers will be short handed on the left side of the line as David Bakhtiari (knee) is also out, so Rasheed Walker and Royce Newman will start at left tackle and left guard respectively.
Sep 22, 2023
Out for Week 3
Jenkins (knee) is out for Sunday's game versus the Saints, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
After he missed practice during the week, it's not surprising that Jenkins won't be able to suit up this weekend. If there is good news for the two-time Pro Bowler, it's that he doesn't believe he'll have to go to injured reserve, per Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com.
Sep 18, 2023
MCL sprain confirmed
Jenkins sustained a sprained MCL during Sunday's 25-24 loss at Atlanta, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
If there's good news for Jenkins, it's that he does not believe the injury will end his 2023 season. The severity of the sprain still isn't public knowledge at this point though, and as long as he has to sit out, Royce Newman will probably fill in at guard.
Sep 17, 2023
Will need MRI
Jenkins may have suffered an MCL sprain during Sunday's loss to the Falcons, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins will ultimately need to undergo an MRI to confirm the diagnosis as well as determine the severity of the injury. The Michigan State product exited the game in the first half and was unable to return.
Sep 17, 2023
Ruled out
Jenkins (knee) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Falcons.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins left the game in the first half and was replaced by Royce Newman. David Bakhtiari (knee) is also inactive, so the Packers are down two starters on the left side of their offensive line.
Sep 17, 2023
Exits with knee injury
Jenkins hurt his knee during Sunday's Week 2 contest against Atlanta and is questionable to return.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins was slow to get up following a play during the first half and subsequently headed to the sideline. Royce Newman entered in his absence and will presumably take over at left guard if Jenkins is unable to return.
Dec 23, 2022
Will suit up Sunday
Jenkins doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's matchup against Miami, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins didn't practice Wednesday and was limited Thursday and Friday, but he'll be good to go for the Christmas Day matchup against the Dolphins. The versatile offensive lineman recently signed a four-year extension with the Packers, and while he can play every possession on the line, Green Bay has plugged him in at left guard recently.
Dec 23, 2022
Inks extension with Green Bay
Jenkins (knee) agreed to a four-year, $68 million contract extension with the Packers on Friday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
The 2019 second-round pick is in the final year of his rookie deal but won't hit free agency in March and will instead remain with the Packers. Jenkins is currently listed as Green Bay's starting left guard but can play all across the offensive line. He's nursing a knee injury and practiced as a limited participant Thursday.
Nov 6, 2022
Returning for Week 9
Jenkins (foot) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Lions, Mike Spofford of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins was unable to give it a go in Week 8 versus the Bills due to a foot issue, but he's since been medically cleared for Sunday's matchup in Detroit. The 26-year-old is in line to operate in his usual spot as Green Bay's starting left guard.
Oct 30, 2022
Inactive against Buffalo
Jenkins is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bills due to a foot injury, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins dealt with a knee injury earlier in the year, but he'll be forced to miss Sunday's primetime matchup due to a foot issue. Zach Tom and Royce Newman are candidates for increased playing time against Buffalo.
Oct 7, 2022
Slated to play Sunday
Jenkins (knee) is expected to play in Sunday's game against the Giants, Wes Hodkiewicz of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins was limited in practice throughout the week, while he continues to recover from the torn ACL he suffered in Week 11 of last season. The 311-pounder played every single offensive snap over the last three contests and that likely won't change in Sunday's London game against the Giants.
Sep 30, 2022
Sheds injury designation
Jenkins (knee) will play Sunday against the Patriots, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins logged limited practices Thursday and Friday, after what was likely a maintenance DNP on Wednesday for the 26-year-old. He'll draw the start at right tackle, opposite David Bakhtiari.
Sep 29, 2022
Returns to practice Thursday
Jenkins (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
It's a step in the right direction for Jenkins, who returned to Thursday's session in a limited capacity after he missed Wednesday's practice. It would be a surprise if the 311-pounder doesn't suit up Sunday against the Patriots, but Friday's practice report should ultimately provide additional clarity regarding his Week 4 status.
Sep 28, 2022
Doesn't practice Wednesday
Jenkins (knee) was listed as a DNP at practice Wednesday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins' status may be more of a rest day than a new injury, as he did suffer from an ACL tear in Week 11 of last season. He sat out Week 1, as he still wasn't fully recovered, but the fourth-year right tackle returned in Week 2, while also suiting up in Week 3. His participation level in practice Thursday should lead to a better idea of his ability to go Sunday against the Patriots.
Sep 18, 2022
Available Sunday
Jenkins (knee) is available Sunday against the Bears, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins tore his ACL in Week 11 of the 2021 campaign and sat out last week's regular-season opener against the Vikings. However, he was a full participant in Friday's practice session and has been cleared to return to game action against Chicago.
Sep 16, 2022
Listed as questionable for Sunday
Jenkins (knee) is questionable for Sunday's contest against the Bears, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins, who tore his ACL in Week 11 of last season, sat out the season opener after being listed as questionable and once again finds himself deemed iffy for Week 2. The standout offensive lineman was a full participant Friday for the first time this season, which bodes well for his chances of making his season debut, but Green Bay may want to give him at least one more week before throwing him back into game action.
Sep 14, 2022
Limited in practice Wednesday
Jenkins (knee/pectoral) was listed as a limited participant on the Packers' injury report Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins was ultimately forced to sit out during Sunday's loss to the Vikings after being listed as questionable on the team's Week 1 injury report. The 26-year-old has reportedly progressed well since suffering a season-ending torn ACL in Week 11 last year, and his availability could be a major boost for Green Bay's entire offense. Jenkins has played nearly every position along the Packers' offensive line over the past three seasons, though he would likely step back in at right tackle when healthy in 2022.
Sep 11, 2022
Officially inactive
Jenkins (knee/pectoral) was ruled inactive ahead of Sunday's contest against the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins' absence will come as no surprise given that he was already expected to sit out while continuing his recovery from a season-ending torn ACL suffered in Week 11 at Minnesota last year. The Packers will also be without All-Pro left tackle David Bakhtiari (knee), thus leaving the team's offensive line somewhat depleted against what should be a dangerous Vikings pass rush, including Za'Darius Smith and Danielle Hunter.
Sep 11, 2022
Unlikely to play Week 1
Jenkins (knee/pectoral), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Vikings, isn't expected to play, Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport of NFL Network report.
ANALYSIS
Green Bay is expected to be without both of its projected starting tackles, as left tackle David Bakhtiari (knee) is also listed as questionable but not on track to play. Yosh Nijman will step in to protect Aaron Rodgers' blindside, while Royce Newman is expected to replace Jenkins at right tackle.
Sep 9, 2022
Questionable for opener
The Packers have listed Jenkins (knee) as questionable for Sunday's season opener versus the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins tore his ACL in Week 11 of last season, so a return for Week 1 would be relatively speedy. He had not yet participated in team drills as late as Aug. 28, so it remains to be seen how realistic it would be for him to suit up versus the Vikings. The 26-year-old has exceeded all expectations during his first three seasons with the team, so it would not be surprising for Green Bay to err on the side of caution.
Aug 28, 2022
Not practicing Sunday
Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said Jenkins (knee) won't practice Sunday, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
LaFleur said Jenkins' absence was "not necessarily planned," but the coach is "going to keep it internal." Jenkins has returned to practice recently for the first time since tearing his ACL in Week 11 last year, but he's yet to participate in team drills. His absence Sunday is certainly something to monitor, especially after LaFleur's comments, but the extent of the issue remains unclear. Regardless, Green Bay is expected to be extremely cautious will the 26-year-old, who's grown into a star during his first three years with the team.
Aug 27, 2022
Remains uncertain for Week 1
Jenkins (knee) has yet to return to practice and is questionable for Week 1 against the Bears, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins remains unavailable for team drills at the Packers' practice and head coach Matt LeFleur said Saturday that it's "hard to project" his chances to be ready for the regular season. Once the 26-year-old gets some team reps under his belt, more clarity will be provided to his status.
Aug 16, 2022
Expected to be moved around
Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said Tuesday that he won't commit Jenkins (knee) to playing only one position yet, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins' versatility has always been his calling card, but it may be as important as ever with the Packers' new-look offensive line in 2022. Jenkins returned to practice Monday for the first time since tearing his ACL in Week 11 last year and participated mostly at right tackle. However, based on LaFleur's comments, Green Bay will continue to shift him around during his ramp-up period. Jenkins can play anywhere across the offensive line, and as of now, Josh Myers at center is the only solidified starter for Week 1.
Aug 14, 2022
Returns to practice Sunday
Jenkins (knee) was activated off the active/PUP list Sunday and returned to practice, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said Jenkins will participate in individuals and walkthroughs, but he'll still need to progress to full-contract team drills. Regardless, it's an extremely encouraging sign for the versatile offensive lineman, who many thought was going to start the season on the PUP list.
Aug 10, 2022
Recovery still progressing smoothly
General Manager Brian Gutekunst said Wednesday that Jenkins (knee) is "progressing very well" in his injury rehab, Bridget Condon of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
It's another encouraging sign that Jenkins' recovery from last season's ACL tear will be an efficient one. He's still a candidate to possibly sit out the first six weeks of the season on the PUP list, but he'll provide a major boost to Green Bay's offense at tackle whenever he's ready to play again.
Aug 8, 2022
Continues to progress in return
Jenkins said Monday that he's currently in the "ramp-up process, trying to see what all the knee can take and how it responds to different things" in his recovery from a torn ACL suffered in November, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins is just over nine months removed from suffering this season-ending injury, and Green Bay has yet to set a date for the offensive lineman's return. While the 26-year-old will almost certainly sit out the first six games of the regular season on the PUP list, this activity in the preseason is an encouraging sign for his availability in the second half of the 2022 campaign
Jul 27, 2022
Recovering quickly
General Manager Brian Gutekunst said Wednesday that Jenkins (knee) is "ahead of schedule" in his recovery, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
Finally some good news for the Packers' offensive line. Star left tackle David Bakhtiari underwent another surgery this offseason, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports, and Jenkins is the most logical replacement at that position. Jenkins has demonstrated the ability to excel at all five offensive line positions and is by far his team's most valuable asset there until Bakhtiari returns.
Jul 23, 2022
Begins camp on PUP list
The Packers placed Jenkins (knee) on the active/PUP list to start training camp, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins is recovering from an ACL tear he suffered in November of 2021. When healthy, the 2019 second-round pick projects to start at right tackle. However, he remains without a firm timetable for return. If he starts the season on the PUP list he will not be eligible to return until Week 6.
May 24, 2022
Present at OTAs
Jenkins (knee) is at OTAs but not participating Tuesday, as he's still undergoing rehab on his torn ACL, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
It's a good sign for Jenkins' recovery that he's up and moving as he attempts to work back from the ACL tear he suffered in November of 2021. The Packers are hoping his rehab process will be swifter than that of teammate David Bakhtiari, who is still struggling to come back from a tear he suffered back in the 2020 playoffs. Green Bay might be banking on Jenkins to start at right tackle in 2022 after letting Billy Turner go this offseason.
Jan 6, 2022
Shifts back to IR
The Packers activated Jenkins (knee) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, per the NFL's official transactions report.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins is already out for the season due to an ACL tear, so his shift from the COVID-19 list to IR is largely procedural.
Dec 30, 2021
Moves to COVID list
Jenkins (knee) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins had been on injured reserve since tearing his ACL in Week 11. David Bakhtiari (knee) or Yosh Nijman will start in the 26-year-old's place against the Vikings in Week 17.
Nov 23, 2021
Placed on injured reserve
Jenkins (knee) was placed on IR on Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins' move to injured reserve was a formality after he suffered a torn ACL in a loss to the Vikings on Sunday. David Bakhtiari (knee) will replace Jenkins as soon as he's ready to return, which could be as soon as Sunday against the Rams. If not, Yosh Nijman will likely be called upon to fill the starting tackle job.
Nov 22, 2021
Suffers torn ACL
Jenkins will miss the remainder of the season after he suffered a torn ACL in Sunday's loss to the Vikings, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
The Packers were fearful that Jenkins would be lost for the season following his fourth-quarter exit Sunday, and further testing confirmed his diagnosis of a torn ACL. David Bakhtiari (knee) will serve as the starting left tackle if he's cleared to make his season debut in Sunday's Week 12 matchup against the Rams, but Yosh Nijman will likely fill in if Bakhtiari is unable to return.
Nov 22, 2021
Season-ending injury feared
Jenkins appeared to suffer a significant left knee injury in the fourth quarter of Sunday's 34-31 loss to the Vikings and is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Monday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The Packers fear that Jenkins may have suffered a season-ending ACL tear, but an official diagnosis won't be provided until the third-year lineman undergoes testing. Jenkins, a Pro Bowl performer at left guard in 2020, had been filling in at left tackle while David Bakhtiari (knee) works his way back from a torn ACL of his own. In the likely event that the Jenkins isn't ready to go for a Week 12 game against the Rams, the Packers will hope that Bakhtiari makes enough progress in practice this week to gain clearance for his season debut.
Nov 21, 2021
Done for today
Jenkins (ankle) will not return Sunday against the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins had left in the second half and was questionable to return. Royce Newman will continue filling in for Jenkins while he is out.
Oct 17, 2021
Returns against Bears
Jenkins (ankle) is active Week 6 against the Bears.
ANALYSIS
After missing two games, Jenkins will return for a rivalry matchup in Chicago. His presence should serve as a major boost for the rushing attack, while also presumably allowing the Packers to feel more comfortable with longer Aaron Rodgers dropbacks.
Oct 17, 2021
Looks on track for Week 6
Jenkins (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears but is optimistic about playing, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
The third-year offensive lineman sat out Week 4 and Week 5 with the ankle injury, but after practicing on a limited basis Wednesday through Friday, he looks like he'll be able to give it a go against the Packers' division rivals. Jenkins possesses the versatility to play all over the line, so he could pick up a start at left tackle with David Bakhtiari (knee) still stuck on the PUP list.
Oct 15, 2021
Questionable for Sunday
Jenkins (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins practiced as a limited participant all week and is considered questionable after missing the past three games with the ankle injury. If available the 25-year-old will reclaim the starting job at left tackle since David Bakhtiari (knee) remains on the PUP list.
Oct 10, 2021
Won't play Week 5
Jenkins (ankle) is inactive Week 5 against Cincinnati.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins will miss his third consecutive contest despite initially being viewed as a game-time call, which will leave Green Bay once again short-handed at the offensive tackle position with David Bakhtiari (knee) still on the PUP list. To combat this, the Packers have been bringing in extra pass protection in the form of tight ends, as well as design more quick throws for quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
Oct 10, 2021
Viewed as game-time call
The Packers are viewing Jenkins (ankle) -- who is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest with the Bengals -- as a true game-time decision, Dan Graziano of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins has missed the Packers' last two contests, but he'll have a shot to suit up Sunday after logging limited practices Thursday and Friday. Before deciding on Jenkins' availability, the Packers will presumably have him test his ankle in a pregame workout. Jenkins' status for the Week 5 matchup won't become official until the Packers release their inactive list approximately 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff.
Oct 8, 2021
Questionable for Week 5
Jenkins (ankle) is considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins could miss his third consecutive game Sunday as his ankle injury is still bothering him. Yosh Nijman will likely continue to fill in for Jenkins at left tackle until the 25-year-old is healthy again. If Jenkins can't play Sunday, the Mississippi State product's next chance to play will come in Week 6 against the Bears.
Oct 3, 2021
Inactive for Week 4
Jenkins (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's contest against the Steelers, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official website reports.
ANALYSIS
As expected, the Packers will be without Jenkins for a second straight week. The 25-year-old offensive linemen was filling in for David Bakhtiari (knee) during the first two weeks of the season, but the Packers have turned to third-string left tackle Yosh Nijman during Jenkins' absence.
Oct 1, 2021
Doubtful for Sunday
Jenkins (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's Week 4 contest against the Steelers, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
After a strong rookie season, Jenkins continued to impress as he played well filling in for starting left tackle David Bakhtiari (knee). Jenkins' ankle injury forced the offensive lineman to miss Week 3 and will likely force him to sit out in Week 4. Expect Yosh Nijman to fill in at left tackle for Jenkins if he is ruled out.
Sep 25, 2021
Absence creates hole at left tackle
Jenkins (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins' absence will put the Packers' offensive line in a bind against a ferocious San Francisco pass rush, as Green Bay has already been playing without usual left tackle David Bakhtiari (knee). The team could opt to slide Billy Turner from right tackle to left tackle and start Dennis Kelly in Turner's usual spot, though Yosh Nijman is also an option if Turner stays in his customary role.
Sep 24, 2021
Might not play Week 3
Jenkins (ankle) is considered doubtful for Sunday's game at San Francisco.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins' chances of playing against the 49ers are increasingly small based on his practice activity during the week, as he was unable to participate in any of the sessions between Wednesday and Friday. If he can't go, then Yosh Njiman might be in line for a start at left tackle.
Sep 13, 2021
Filling in at left tackle
Jenkins started at left tackle in place of an injured David Bakhtiari (knee) in Sunday's season opener.
ANALYSIS
Bakhtiari opened the season on the PUP list, and the Packers are turning to their Pro Bowl guard to fill in until he is ready to go. The move appears to have worked, as according to Daire Carragher of PFF, Jenkins "registered the highest PFF grade of his career" and "was the second-highest graded LT in the league in Week 1."
Sep 27, 2020
Ready to face Saints
Jenkins (ribs/back) is active for Sunday's game against the Saints, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
Jenkins was a late addition to the injury report Friday, but he's managed to progress enough to suit up Sunday. He'll draw his usual start at left guard.
Jan 22, 2020
Stellar rookie season
Jenkins appeared in all 18 games the Packers played in his rookie season and started at left guard from Week 3 onward.
ANALYSIS
The Packers selected Jenkins in the second round of last year's draft, and they nailed the pick, as he held down a starting spot nearly the entire season and more than held his own. He will be a key cog in the Packers' offensive line in 2020 and beyond.