The Green Bay Packers enter the 2025 NFL season with the mission of solidifying their offense, led by young quarterback Jordan Love, who is looking to establish himself as the face of the team after showing flashes of his talent in previous campaigns. The franchise has worked intensely throughout the preseason to fine-tune its offensive dynamics.
The competition for the quarterback position is no small matter, as Malik Willis, a promising young player who joined the Packers last year, has shown great ability to adapt to the offensive system and create explosive plays. The front office and coaching staff have high expectations about who will take on the starring role during the regular season.
In this context, Jordan Love’s health becomes a key factor for the Packers, who are looking to avoid setbacks that could affect their offensive performance. The team has been closely monitoring their quarterback’s physical condition to ensure he can start the season in top form.
Love headed for surgery
Love will undergo a procedure to repair a ligament in his left thumb, but his recovery is not expected to take long. The Packers’ quarterback should be ready to return to practice next week. The news was confirmed by general manager Brian Gutekunst.
Will Love be available for Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season?
Given the short recovery time, Love is expected to be available for the Packers’ official NFL season opener against the Detroit Lions on September 7. In fact, this minor surgical procedure should help prevent lingering discomfort in his hand, removing one potential concern.
Meanwhile, Willis will take the reins in practice and could assume the starting role in the next preseason game against the Indianapolis Colts, which will be played this coming Saturday at Lucas Oil Stadium. After that, the Packers have one more warm-up game against the Seattle Seahawks.