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Packers' Aaron Jones Diagnosed with MCL Sprain, Unlikely to Play Thanksgiving Game

With Jones sidelined, AJ Dillon to step up as primary back; Packers sign Patrick Taylor and James Robinson to bolster squad.

  • Aaron Jones, the Green Bay Packers running back, has been diagnosed with a sprained MCL and is considered week-to-week.
  • Jones is unlikely to play in Thursday's Thanksgiving game against the Detroit Lions.
  • Due to the injury, AJ Dillon is expected to become the primary back against the Lions.
  • The Packers have signed Patrick Taylor from the New England Patriots' practice squad and added veteran James Robinson to their practice squad.
  • Jones has previously returned quickly from MCL sprains, but always in his right knee.
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