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Chris Brooks Going for More Tests on his Ankle
Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said that the team is getting more tests done on running back Chris Brooks' ankle after he injured it in the Week 4 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, according to Weston Hodkiewicz of the team's official website. Brooks finished Sunday's game with only four carries for 30 yards while catching his only target for a five-yard gain. Kaleb Johnson had a team-high eight carries for 42 yards, while MarShawn Lloyd had seven rushing attempts for 13 yards and caught five passes for 36 yards through the air. Brooks' status is firmly up in the air for the team's Week 5 tilt this weekend against the division-rival Chicago Bears. The 26-year-old has had a bigger role in Green Bay's backfield through the first four games of 2026 with Josh Jacobs still on the commissioner's exempt list, but his role alongside Johnson and Lloyd has not been significant enough to produce standalone fantasy value. Both Johnson and Lloyd will be more attractive as flex options for fantasy managers this week if Brooks is not cleared to play against Chicago.
Source: Packers.com - Weston Hodkiewicz
Source: Packers.com - Weston Hodkiewicz
MarShawn Lloyd's Larger Workload Finally Coming Around
Green Bay Packers running back MarShawn Lloyd got off to a relatively slow start this season, but he seems to have turned the corner after the first four weeks. Lloyd is coming off his highest-volume game this year, as he played 55% of the snaps and logged 12 touches (including five catches) in Week 4 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. His rushing numbers were quite poor, averaging just 1.9 yards per carry. However, he was much more valuable as a receiver, turning his five targets into five receptions for 36 receiving yards. The Packers have been looking for someone to separate themselves from the rest of the backfield ever since Josh Jacobs was placed on the commissioner's exempt list, and it seems like they have finally found their new lead running back, even if he looked better as a receiver than a ball-carrier. Lloyd is still a very solid waiver wire target, especially since he has RB3/flex appeal from now until Jacobs' return. He has managed to rank as the overall RB36 in PPR scoring this fall and can be a low-end fantasy starter for Week 5 against Chicago.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Micah Parsons Won't Practice This Week
Green Bay Packers pass rusher Micah Parsons (knee) will not practice ahead of Week 5 against the Chicago Bears, head coach Matt LaFleur told Weston Hodkiewicz of the team's digital staff. Parsons is working his way back from a torn ACL and meniscus damage. Although he's technically eligible to be activated from the PUP list this week, it sounds like he needs a little more time. The Packers' defense has allowed an average of 26.3 fantasy points per game to the Vikings, Jets, Falcons, and Buccaneers this year, so they'd certainly like to get Parsons back to inject some life into the unit. After all, the 27-year-old defender has registered 12+ sacks in each of his five seasons since entering the NFL. With that being said, Green Bay won't want to rush him back before he's ready.
Source: Weston Hodkiewicz
Source: Weston Hodkiewicz
MarShawn Lloyd Could See Expanded Role in the Backfield
Green Bay Packers running back MarShawn Lloyd was significantly involved during Sunday's win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Lloyd carried the ball seven times for 13 yards, while hauling in all five targets for an additional 36 yards through the air. That was the most Lloyd has been involved in the passing game this season. His role in the backfield could be expanded going forward, with fellow back Chris Brooks (ankle) leaving early in Week 4. If Brooks is unable to play in Week 5, Lloyd could end up being an interesting flex option in deep leagues against the Chicago Bears.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Edgerrin Cooper Out for the Season With Torn Achilles
Green Bay Packers superstar linebacker Edgerrin Cooper (Achilles) will miss the rest of the 2026 season after suffering a torn Achilles tendon in Sunday's Week 4 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, according to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. It is a massive blow for the Packers' defense for the rest of the year, as Cooper is one of the best young, do-it-all linebackers in the league. The 24-year-old former second-rounder in 2024 from Texas A&M will finish his third year in the NFL with only 30 tackles (18 solo), three sacks, six tackles for loss, an interception, and a pass breakup in four games played. The Packers will not be able to replace Cooper's production in the middle of their defense, but Isaiah McDuffie will do his best right next to Zaire Franklin. Cooper set a career high with 3.5 sacks in his rookie campaign in 2024, so he was well on his way to shattering that number this year before his season-ending injury in Week 4 on Sunday. He had a career-best 118 combined tackles (63 solo) and half a sack in 16 regular-season starts in 2025.
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Christian Watson Takes Backseat to Several Teammates in Win
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson had a relatively quiet performance during Sunday's Week 4 win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Watson finished the victory with a very modest three catches for 47 yards. The 27-year-old posted new season-low marks in targets, catches, and yards, and this was also his first game of 2026 without a touchdown. He actually led the Packers in receiving yards, but he had fewer catches than tight end Tucker Kraft and running back MarShawn Lloyd. He was also out-produced by fellow wide receiver Matthew Golden, who caught three of seven targets for 21 yards and a touchdown. We don't expect Watson to post too many more duds like this one, but that doesn't eliminate the fact that this was an incredibly disappointing result for fantasy managers. Fortunately, he has the capability to bounce back as a high-end WR2 or low-end WR1 against the Chicago Bears in next week's divisional battle.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Chris Brooks Questionable to Return Against Buccaneers with Ankle Injury
Green Bay Packers running back Chris Brooks (ankle) is questionable to return in a Week 4 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers due to an ankle injury, according to the team. Brooks was injured in the second quarter. He was leading the Packers with four carries for 30 rushing yards (7.5 yards per carry) at the time of his exit. He also had one reception for five yards. Running backs MarShawn Lloyd and Kaleb Johnson will fill in for Green Bay's backfield while Brooks is out.
Source: Green Bay Packers
Source: Green Bay Packers
Chris Brooks Could Finally Handle a Sizable Workload
Green Bay Packers running back Chris Brooks has yet to touch the ball more than seven times in a single game this season, and his snap share has steadily declined each week since the season opener. However, a projected positive game script against the Buccaneers in Week 4 could be exactly what Brooks needs to turn his season around. This Packers backfield has yet to see any consistency in terms of personnel, with Brooks and MarShawn Lloyd both occupying minimal roles while Josh Jacobs remains on the commissioner's exempt list. Although Brooks' snap share has slipped a little lately, he has still been playing more than both Lloyd and Kaleb Johnson. The Packers are favored by three points on the road, presenting an opportunity for Brooks to feast in the rushing attack. He's a fair RB3/flex option in deeper fantasy leagues for Week 4.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Kaleb Johnson Hard to Rely on in Tough Week 4 Matchup
Across three games so far in 2026, Green Bay Packers running back Kaleb Johnson has recorded just 12 carries for 38 yards. However, the 23-year-old could have a chance to emerge as a more consistent part of his team's offense. The Packers' rushing offense has been horrendous through three weeks, ranking dead last in the NFL in total rushing yards (146), yards per carry (3.0), and rushing touchdowns (zero). Given Green Bay's struggles so far, Johnson could take over lead back duties from fellow Packers running back MarShawn Lloyd in Week 4 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Unfortunately for both Packers backs, Tampa Bay's rush defense has been excellent so far this year. The Bucs currently rank second in the NFL in yards per carry allowed (3.1) and have allowed just one rushing touchdown this year. Given the tough matchup and the lack of a proven track record, Johnson remains tough for fantasy managers to trust in Week 4.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Green Bay Packers Defense Has High-Upside Week 4 Matchup
The Green Bay Packers defense enters Week 4 with an appealing matchup as Tampa Bay turns to undrafted rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels for his first career NFL start. The Buccaneers have allowed a league-high 13 sacks through three games, while Green Bay has recorded eight. That gives the Packers a favorable setup for pressure and turnovers. The concern comes from last week's loss to Atlanta, when Green Bay surrendered 498 total yards and 35 points. Atlanta also ran for 242 yards, exposing a weakness Tampa Bay could try to attack. A successful rushing attack would help the Buccaneers avoid obvious passing situations and limit Green Bay's chances to get after Daniels. RotoBaller ranks Green Bay D/ST5 in Tier 1 for Week 4, making the Packers defense a strong top-five fantasy option across all formats.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Skyy Moore Emerging As Deep-League Stash In Week 4
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Skyy Moore has seen his role grow through the first three weeks of the season. After playing just four offensive snaps in Week 1, Moore played 34 snaps against Atlanta and ran 27 routes. He caught three of seven targets for 31 yards in the loss. With Jayden Reed (neck) out for the season, Moore has a clearer path to playing time in Green Bay's offense. The Packers have also used him out of the backfield, giving him another way to get involved. Tampa Bay has defended the pass well through three games, although rookie Jalon Daniels making his first NFL start could create additional scoring opportunities for Green Bay. Christian Watson, Matthew Golden, and Tucker Kraft remain ahead of Moore for targets, which keeps him out of most Week 4 lineups. RotoBaller ranks Moore WR85 for Week 4, making him a deep-league PPR stash.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Trey Smack Offers Borderline K1 Appeal In Week 4
Green Bay Packers kicker Trey Smack is 5-for-6 on field-goal attempts through three games, including a 59-yarder in the opener. The only miss came on a blocked attempt against Atlanta last week. Smack's range gives Green Bay a scoring option even when drives stall outside the red zone. Tampa Bay has been strong in the red zone through three games, which could lead to additional field-goal attempts if the Packers fail to finish drives. The Buccaneers will also start undrafted rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels for the first time, creating another possible source of scoring opportunities if Green Bay's defense produces short fields. Smack has already shown he can convert from long distance, so he does not need a large number of attempts to provide useful fantasy production. RotoBaller ranks Smack K13 for Week 4, putting him just outside the top 12 and making him a viable streaming option in deeper leagues.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
MarShawn Lloyd Remains A Risky Start In Week 4
Green Bay Packers running back MarShawn Lloyd saw his role shrink again in Week 3, rushing four times for 11 yards and catching two of three targets for seven yards against Atlanta. He played just 15 offensive snaps, while Kaleb Johnson and Chris Brooks remained involved in the backfield. Lloyd's carries have dropped from 13 in Week 1 to six in Week 2 and four last week, making his workload difficult to trust. The matchup also does not help. Tampa Bay ranks second in the NFL in rushing defense, allowing 76.0 yards per game, while Green Bay enters Week 4 averaging a league-low 48.7 rushing yards per game. RotoBaller ranks Lloyd RB52 for Week 4, suggesting fantasy managers should keep him on the bench in most leagues until his role becomes more consistent.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Tucker Kraft Remains A Low-End TE1 In Week 4
Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft caught four of a season-high eight targets for 26 yards against Atlanta, giving him 17 targets through three games. His role has remained steady, with Kraft playing 79% of the offensive snaps and ranking ninth among tight ends in targets. The problem has been efficiency. Jordan Love has completed just 52.9% of his passes intended for Kraft, and Kraft has yet to score a touchdown this season. Tampa Bay has defended the pass well overall, but tight ends have had more success against the Buccaneers. They have allowed 15 receptions for 172 yards and two touchdowns to the position through three games. That makes this a better matchup for Kraft than Tampa Bay's overall pass-defense numbers suggest. RotoBaller ranks Kraft TE10 for Week 4, keeping him in the low-end TE1 range in standard leagues.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Matthew Golden Emerging As Reliable WR2 In Week 4
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Matthew Golden is coming off his best game of the season, catching five of a team-high 12 targets for 100 yards and a touchdown against Atlanta. He now has 15 receptions for 253 yards and one score on 30 targets through three games. Golden has been heavily involved from the start, leading Green Bay in routes, target share, and air-yard share through three games. The question is whether Golden can maintain that kind of target volume in a more balanced game script after Jordan Love threw 53 times against Atlanta. Tampa Bay has defended the pass well through three weeks, allowing 206 passing yards per game. Rookie Jalon Daniels will make his first NFL start for Tampa Bay, and mistakes from the rookie could give Green Bay shorter fields and additional scoring opportunities. RotoBaller ranks Golden inside the top 20 at wide receiver for Week 4, putting him firmly in the WR2 range.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
