Cooper (hamstring) didn't practice Monday.
Cooper has yet to return to practice in any capacity since sustaining a hamstring injury prior to the Packers' Week 12 win over the 49ers. Monday's DNP is likely an indication that the rookie linebacker will remain out for Green Bay's divisional matchup against the Lions on Thursday night. However, he'll have a chance at suiting up if he can upgrade to at least limited practice Tuesday or Wednesday.
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Packers' Edgerrin Cooper: DNP on Monday's estimation
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Cooper (hamstring) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimation, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Cooper sustained a hamstring injury during practice last week that sidelined him for Sunday's blowout win over the 49ers, and Monday's estimated DNP likely suggests he's in jeopardy of missing more time. The rookie from Texas A&M has been one of the Packers' best inside linebackers this season, recording 52 total tackles, including 2.5 sacks, and two passes defended through 10 appearances. He'll likely need to practice in some capacity Tuesday or Wednesday to have a chance at playing in Thursday night's matchup against the Dolphins.
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Packers' Edgerrin Cooper: Dealing with hamstring issue
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Cooper (hamstring) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
The 2024 second-round pick from Texas A&M appears to have picked up a hamstring injury in the Packers' Week 11 win over the Bears, despite playing 49 defensive snaps and recording eight total tackles. His practice participation Thursday and Friday will likely provide the best indication of whether he can play through the issue in Week 12, when the Packers host the 49ers.
Cooper recorded nine tackles (five solo), including 1.0 sacks, a forced fumble, and a pass defensed during Sunday's 30-27 win at Jacksonville.
Sunday's game was the most complete of Cooper's young career thus far, and it was highlighted by a strip sack on the Jaguars' four-yard line which led to a Packers touchdown. He's gotten more regular playing time over the past few weeks after a slow start to the season, but he's still not worthy of IDP consideration in most formats yet.
