Wide receiver Jayden Reed suffered a back injury, not a neck injury as first reported, during the Packers' overtime victory over the New York Jets on Sunday. He spent the night in a New Jersey hospital and is expected to return to Green Bay for evaluation on Monday.
Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed was diagnosed with a back injury, correcting earlier reports that suggested a neck problem (ESPN). The injury occurred on the second play of Sunday’s game against the New York Jets, when Reed was hit hard and had to be braced and placed on a spine board (Reuters).
Following the hit, Reed was carted off the field and later spent the night in a New Jersey hospital, where he received treatment and was reported to be “doing much better” (Field Level Media). He posted on social media later that evening, indicating he felt better and was grateful for the support (USA Today).
Team officials confirmed that Reed will travel back to Green Bay on Monday for further evaluation (Yahoo Sports). The Packers’ medical staff will assess his condition before determining his return timeline. The early speculation of a neck injury has been fully dispelled, with sources confirming the injury is limited to his back (ESPN, Heavy.com).
Despite the scare, the Packers secured an overtime win over the Jets, a result that came at a steep cost with Reed’s exit (Yahoo Sports). The team’s injury report listed Reed among the players who did not practice the following day, underscoring the seriousness of the situation (MSN).