Green Bay picks up RB with Josh Jacobs questionable against Broncos

The Green Bay Packers elevated running back Pierre Strong Jr. from the practice squad to the active roster, a move prompted by mounting issues in the backfield before Sunday’s Week 15 road showdown against the Denver Broncos. Jacobs was officially asked with a lingering knee problem, while backup Emmanuel Wilson was added to the injury report on Saturday due to an illness and is also listed as questionable.

The move ensures the Packers have plenty of coverage behind Chris Brooks if either starter is unable to go, an important development given the stakes in the Week 15 matchup. The contest pits the NFC North leaders against the AFC’s current top-seeded Broncos, making roster stability critical.

Jacobs has been battling swelling related to a bruised knee he suffered earlier in the season, though the scan ruled out structural damage. He returned to practice in a limited capacity on Friday, leaving his availability undecided. Wilson’s late addition further complicated the depth calculations, especially with rookie MarShavn Lloyd still sidelined.

Strong, a former fourth-round pick, joined the practice squad earlier this season after appearing in 14 games last year. His exaltation marks his third and final standard summon, meaning any future activations would require a full roster spot.

ESPN’s Adam Schefter took his X (formerly known as Twitter) as the Packers prepare for Sunday, stating that with Jacobs questionable with a knee injury, the team elevated Strong for the game against Denver.

“With RB Josh Jacobs questionable for Sunday with a knee injury, the Packers are bringing up RB Pierre Strong Jr. for Sunday’s game against the Broncos.

If Jacobs is inactiveThe Packers can lean more heavily on Brooks as they adjust their offensive balance. Quarterback Jordan Love enters Week 15 on a four-game winning streak, but protecting the ground game remains central to controlling the tempo against Denver’s defense.

The quarterback depth decision also points to long-term caution for Green Bay, as the team seeks to preserve Jacobs’ health for a postseason effort rather than risk further deterioration in December. This remains a developing situation heading into Sunday.