The Green Bay Packers faced a somber turn of events after a crucial victory against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. Their triumph in the Wild Card round was significantly influenced by a formidable pass rush, particularly executed by the Packers’ defensive line.
Dak Prescott, the Cowboys’ quarterback, felt the impact of the Packers’ relentless pass rush, as he was sacked four times for a total loss of 16 yards. This defensive prowess had been a consistent theme for the Packers in their last three games. However, the celebratory mood took a hit as they now have to prepare for their upcoming matchup against the San Francisco 49ers without one of their key assets—Kingsley Enagbare.
Enagbare suffered an injury during the second half of the game, leading him to be seen heading into the locker room. Matt Schneidman from The Athletic reported on Enagbare’s situation, and head coach Matt LaFleur provided a brief but disheartening update after the game. LaFleur expressed genuine concern, stating, “My heart hurts right now for JJ. It doesn’t look good for him.”
The use of such language by LaFleur typically indicates a belief within the Packers organization that the player has sustained a severe or possibly season-ending injury. Regrettably, it seems that Enagbare is set to miss the remainder of the Packers’ postseason.
Adding to the injury woes, other notable Packers players, including Isaiah McDuffie, Quay Walker, and Jaire Alexander, are reported to have concerning injuries following the Wild Card game, as highlighted by Andy Herman with Packer Report. This accumulation of injuries poses an additional challenge for the Packers as they navigate through the playoffs, testing their depth and resilience on the road to potential success.