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Jacobs’s Week 12 status is still uncertain after he sustained a knee injury last weekend against the New York Giants. Jacobs is dealing with tenderness in his knee, but he is expected to go through pre-game warmups before deciding whether he will play, according to ESPN and NFL Media.Jacobs didn’t suffer any structural damage in his knee, but he has been battling soreness. The team must ensure that Jacobs stays healthy to finish the regular season. A key divisional matchup against the Detroit Lions will be played on Thanksgiving. The veteran back was not in the gym on Wednesday. However, he did get in a few limited sessions on both Thursday and Friday. Jacobs’ status was listed as “questionable” on the Packers final injury report. Green Bay has relied on Jacobs for its running game this season. Jacobs has converted 169 carries to 648 yards and eleven touchdowns. Jacobs’ absence eases the pressure on Green Bay’s passing attack, which has suffered from some serious injuries to their receivers and end tight ends.
If Jacobs cannot play against the Vikings then Emmanuel Wilson, the backup, will get the nod. Wilson, a third-year player who played in the game after Jacobs left, posted 40 yards and scored a touchdown. The Vikings have a 317.5 yard average per game which is 11th best in the NFL.
The Packers are currently chasing Chicago Bears in NFC North for the first spot, while the Vikings are still trying to make the playoffs. This rivalry begins at 1 p.m. Sunday afternoon, ET.
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