Green Bay, Wis. – During the Packers’ Week 2 matchup at MetLife Stadium, wide receiver Jayden Reed suffered a serious neck injury after a hard hit. Trainers, doctors and stadium emergency personnel rushed to his aid, fearing the worst.
Season‑ending injury confirmed
Coach Matt LaFleur confirmed on Wednesday that Reed will be placed on injured reserve and will miss the remainder of the season. “It will be a season‑ending injury,” LaFleur said at the press conference. “He’ll need surgery and a significant recovery period, but we don’t believe it’s career‑ending.”
Recovery outlook
LaFleur expressed optimism that Reed’s rehabilitation could go well if the surgery and subsequent therapy proceed as hoped. The coach noted that Reed is a motivated player who loves the game and will work hard to return when medically cleared.
Reed’s response
Reed posted on Instagram that he is “doing much better” and thanked fans for their support. He also shared a faith‑based message, writing, “God will use the unusual to do the unexpected… 11 out 🙏🏾,” indicating his spiritual resilience despite the setback.
Career background
Reed, 26, is in his fourth NFL season. In his first two years (2022‑2023) he recorded 119 receptions and 14 touchdowns over 23 starts, establishing himself as a reliable target in the Packers’ offense.
Impact on the team
LaFleur praised Reed’s contributions both on the field and in the locker room, calling him “an energy guy” who will be missed. The Packers will need to adjust their receiving corps as they continue their campaign without Reed’s playmaking ability.
Original reporting: Fox News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
