Green Bay Packers wide receiver is officially doubtful to play on Thursday against the Bears according to head coach Mike McCarthy. Jennings is recovering from a groin injury and seems unlikely to play on a short week. He had five catches for 34 yards in a week 1 loss to the 49ers.
Greg Jennings ‘Doubtful’ For Week 2, Fantasy Value Drops
Greg Jennings is doubtful for Thursday’s game against the Bears. We break down the fantasy implications.
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Fantasy Analysis: This is a real blow to the Packers but also to fantasy owners who used a high pick on Jennings. This should, however, increase the value of Randall Cobb, Jordy Nelson, James Jones, and Jermichael Finley as they draw more of Aaron Rodgers attention if Jennings can't go and the Packers figure to throw heavily tomorrow night. It would be risky to play Jennings, even if he ends up being active for the game.
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