The Green Bay Packers are coming off their bye week and looking to get back in the win column vs the Bengals in week 6. Green Bay is 2-2-1 coming into this game and are looking to keep pace with the Detroit Lions (4-1) in the division.
However, Green Bay suffered a major loss just one hour prior to kick off.
A full-time starter for the Packers was lost one hour before kickoff against the Bengals (Breaking News)
Sep 28, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur reacts in the second half against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Prior to Sunday’s game against the Bengals, Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said kicker Brandon McManus’ quad injury was a “major concern.” Turns out he was right:
While McManus disagreed with the characterization, it turns out LaFleur was right.
McManus is officially inactive for the contest due to the injury. Lucas Havrisik, who was signed on Saturday, will kick instead.
Oct 20, 2024; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers kicker Brandon McManus (17) celebrates as he runs off the field following the game against the Houston Texans at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
On the other side, receiver Ja’Marr Chase is active after he was added to the injury report late in the week with an illness. He’ll be available as quarterback Joe Flacco makes his first start for Cincinnati after the surprising trade earlier this week.
Green Bay’s inactives are McManus, cornerback Kamal Hadden, offensive lineman Anthony Belton, and defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt.
Oct 20, 2024; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers kicker Brandon McManus (17) celebrates with punter Daniel Whelan (19) after making the winning field goal during the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
Nov 26, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars place kicker Brandon McManus (10) makes a 40 yard field goal against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-USA TODAY Sports
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