The Green Bay Packers announced five roster moves on Saturday before facing the Minnesota Vikings in Week 10. The team activated running back Chris Brooks and receiver Skyy Moore from injured reserve, elevated tight end Drake Dabney from the practice squad to the gameday roster for Week 10, released receiver Coleman Owen from the 53-man roster and placed tight end Josh Whyle on injured reserve.
Brooks and Moore are both returning from ankle injuries. Brooks, who missed five games while on injured reserve, will help the Packers navigate an injury to running back Josh Jacobs, who had surgery on his finger on Friday and will miss 2-3 weeks. Moore, who missed four games, takes Owen's place as the primary punt returner and kick returner and will be
able to play snaps in the slot for Matt LaFleur's offense.
With Brian Flores and the Vikings defense coming to Lambeau Field on Sunday, Brooks' ability to pass protect against the blitz and Moore's ability to create positive field position via returns could both be vital aspects of a winning performance.
With Whyle going on injured reserve due to a concussion, the Packers elevated Dabney from the practice squad for the second consecutive week. He can play special teams and will slot in as the fourth tight end behind Tucker Kraft, Mark Redman and Jonnu Smith.
Of note, the Packers did not place Jacobs on injured reserve, suggesting the Packers think he can return within the next three weeks.
The Packers also elevated only player from the practice squad despite having four players ruled out and eight others listed as doubtful or questionable for Sunday. More on the final injury report here: Breaking down Packers' final Week 10 injury report.
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