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Packers Label K Brandon McManus’ Quad Injury a Major Concern, Week 6 Status in Doubt

Roster flexibility gives Green Bay short-notice options to cover Sunday’s kicking duties.

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 28: Head coach Matt LaFleur of the Green Bay Packers reacts against the Dallas Cowboys during the second quarter in the game at AT&T Stadium on September 28, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)
Sep 28, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Green Bay Packers place kicker Brandon McManus (17) walks off the field after he kicks the game tying field goal in overtime during the game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Green Bay Packers at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images/ File Photo
Sep 28, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Green Bay Packers place kicker Brandon McManus (17) kicks a game tying field goal in overtime against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium.

Overview

  • Head coach Matt LaFleur said McManus injured his right quadriceps during Wednesday’s practice and called the situation a “major concern.”
  • McManus was listed as limited on the Oct. 8 injury report, and his availability for Sunday against the Bengals remains uncertain with two more reports due.
  • LaFleur clarified the injury occurred in practice and was not related to tackles McManus made in the Week 4 game at Dallas.
  • One option is elevating practice-squad rookie Mark McNamee, an Irish International Player Pathway kicker with no regular-season NFL attempts and limited preseason work.
  • The Packers have two open spots on the 53-man roster and one on the practice squad, positioning them to sign a veteran kicker on short notice if needed.