Packers Eye Asante Samuel Jr. as Replacement for Injured Nate Hobbs
Packers cornerback Nate Hobbs has sustained a sprained MCL in his knee, forcing him to miss at least two upcoming games. This injury was confirmed by Ryan Wood from PackersNews. Previously, Hobbs missed the opening game due to recovery from surgery for a torn meniscus. Notably, this injury affects a different knee.
An MRI performed on Monday indicated a small tear in Hobbs’ MCL. It was diagnosed as a grade 1 sprain, which fortunately does not require surgical intervention. Over the past two weeks, Hobbs has only participated in 23 defensive snaps.
Potential Replacement: Asante Samuel Jr.
With Hobbs unavailable, the Packers are considering a significant addition to their roster. Reports suggest that the team is eyeing free-agent cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. for this purpose. Samuel recently received medical clearance to resume football activities following spinal fusion surgery in April.
Current Status of Asante Samuel Jr.
- Previous Injury: Underwent spinal fusion surgery.
- Medical Clearance: Cleared for participation in football activities.
- Team Interest: Packers are interested in signing him as a potential replacement for Hobbs.
The Packers’ decision will hinge on Samuel’s readiness and performance in upcoming evaluations. With the cornerback position critical to their defensive strategy, the team’s search for a replacement is timely and crucial as they navigate the season without Hobbs.
