Packers quarterback Jordan Love to undergo thumb surgery

Love will have surgery on his left non throwing thumb after a preseason injury with a plan for a quick return.

Packers quarterback Jordan Love to undergo thumb surgery

Green Bay quarterback Jordan Love will undergo surgery on his left non throwing thumb after tearing a ligament, a league source said. The procedure is scheduled for Tuesday, and coach Matt LaFleur called the recovery relatively quick. General manager Brian Gutekunst said Love should meet the team in Indianapolis on Wednesday ahead of Thursday’s joint practice with the Colts. Love injured his hand when it struck Jets defensive tackle Jay Tufele’s helmet during a third down in the preseason opener, and he did not return to the game. Gutekunst said the team hopes Love returns to practice next week and is on track for Week 1 against the Detroit Lions at Lambeau Field. LaFleur noted Love powered through Monday’s practice and that the offense can work with adjustments if needed, but the plan is to get him back as soon as possible.

The Packers now face a immediate test of depth and planning. Love’s injury shifts the early season’s look, forcing a path that hinges on medical clearance and careful rehabilitation. If he returns on schedule, Green Bay keeps its long term offense on track; if not, the team will lean on its depth and adjust game plans to protect a young quarterback while preserving team rhythm. Either way, the episode highlights how a single injury can ripple through practice pacing, roster decisions, and a season’s expectations.

Highlights

The path back will reveal how Green Bay balances risk and ambition this season.