Damien Woody cites Josh Jacobs as tone setter for Jordan Love and Packers offense

Matt LaFleur says the running back is on track for Sunday

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“Josh Jacobs is a tone setter…” 👀 Damien Woody explains why his presence would be huge for Jordan Love and the Packers Via @NFLonCBS on X

What happened: NFL on CBS analyst Damien Woody highlighted how Josh Jacobs establishes the physical identity for quarterback Jordan Love and the Green Bay offense. Coach Matt LaFleur noted via Rob Demovsky that Jacobs remains slated to play Sunday provided he clears Friday's practice, while linebacker Zaire Franklin will miss the game after taking a knee to the shin in practice.

Why it matters: Keeping Jacobs in the lineup stabilizes a Packers offense that paired the league's No. 5 passing attack with its lowest-ranked ground game heading into Week 7. A reliable rushing threat prevents opposing defenses from keying solely on Love.

By the numbers: Green Bay holds a 4-2 record, a three-game winning streak, and the No. 6 seed after defeating the Dallas Cowboys 23-13 on Oct. 18. In 15 games with the Packers during the 2025 season, per ESPN, Jacobs carried 234 times for 929 yards and 13 touchdowns while Love went 291-of-439 passing for 3,381 yards, 23 touchdowns, and six interceptions.

What to watch: Green Bay will monitor Jacobs through Friday's practice session before confirming his availability for Sunday.

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@NFLonCBS 2026-10-23T16:26:57.541687+00:00

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