GREEN BAY (Wis.) — Add Whitney MercilusTo the increasing number of players, the top-seeded Green Bay PackersCould be back in time for their playoff run.
The veteran pass-rusher was considered to be out of the league after he tore his left quads against the Seattle Seahawks, was designated as the injured reserve. He was able to practice on Thursday, only 60 days after his injury.
The Packers signed the former first-round pick on Oct. 21This was just days after the Houston TexansHe was released. He sustained injuries in his fourth game against the Packers.
He was put on injured reserve on November 16 by Matt LaFleur, who even thought that he was done for the season.
LaFleur stated that it was a difficult decision. “Man, I feel sorry. You know, he could have had a second sack. [on the play in which he was injured]. He brings stability to the room, and this guy is a pro. He has been doing this for a long period at a high level. It’s one of those unfortunate events that happens.”
Mercilus, aged 31, stated that he signed with Packers for one reason.
He said, “Trying to win a championship,” upon his arrival in Green Bay. “So, the best option was coming here with a winning mentality.”
Mercilus was one of many players who didn’t finish the regular season, but could be back for the Packers first playoff game on Jan. 22 or 23, in the NFC Divisional round. The list also includes another outside linebacker Za’Darius SmithCornerback for, who has not been active since the season opener due to back surgery. Jaire AlexanderHe has not played since the Week 4 shoulder injury. Randall CobbThe patient, who had core muscle surgery in November and was right-tackled. Billy TurnerA knee injury prevented him from playing in the last four games. All of the above players participated in practice this week.
For last week’s regular season finale, the Packers also brought back left tackle and left tackle. David BakhtiariAnd the center Josh Myers.