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Packers Retain Brandon McManus After MNF Miss as Health Messaging Draws Questions

Coaches point to improved health, citing strong practice results to justify his role.

Overview

  • McManus hooked a potential game-tying 64-yard field goal wide left in the final seconds against the Eagles on Monday night, with a poor snap compounding the attempt.
  • ESPN’s broadcast said McManus described himself as only “semi-healthy” this week, a claim that conflicts with the team’s recent stance that his misses are not injury-related.
  • Special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia reaffirmed confidence before the game, saying McManus was getting healthier and had a strong week of kicking in practice.
  • The veteran has missed five field goals in his last six games and is converting 68.8% of attempts this season, including a reported 3-for-9 from outside the red zone.
  • Backup Lucas Havrisik, who handled duties during McManus’ quad absence and hit a franchise-record 61-yarder, remains on the roster but watched from the bench.