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Packers' Cooper Out for Season With Achilles Injury
4 Oct
Summary
- Linebacker Edgerrin Cooper likely tore his Achilles tendon.
- Cooper's season is feared to be over, confirmed by coach.
- He had 30 tackles and three sacks this season.
The Green Bay Packers secured a 17-14 victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. However, the win was overshadowed by a serious injury to emerging linebacker Edgerrin Cooper.
Sources indicate that Cooper, a promising third-year player, is feared to have torn his Achilles tendon. Head coach Matt LaFleur described the injury as "not good" and expressed suspicion that it will end Cooper's season.
Cooper, 24, was a second-round draft pick in 2024 and had been a standout performer. Prior to his injury, he recorded 30 tackles and three sacks in the current season. He had nine tackles and a sack against Tampa Bay before being carted off the field.
The Packers, who improved their record to 2-2 with this win, are set to face the 3-1 Chicago Bears in their upcoming game.
