# Packers QB Jordan Love Limited in Week 6

> Packers QB Jordan Love says he'll play Sunday despite back pain after 45 hits in Week 6.
- Title: Packers QB Jordan Love Limited in Week 6 | Shortify
- Summary: Packers QB Jordan Love says he'll play Sunday despite back pain after 45 hits in Week 6. Packers QB Jordan Love will play Sunday against Lions after…
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- Source: Green Bay Packers On SI — https://si.com/nfl/packers/onsi/packers-lions-wednesday-injury-report-jordan-love-s-ailing-here-s-what-he-said
- Published: 2026-10-21T22:26:42+00:00
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## Packers Injury Report
Green Bay Packers star quarterback Jordan Love was deemed limited participation on Wednesday for the first time this season.
## Love's Back Pain
Love said he's dealing with a sore back from the game, with lingering effects from the win over Dallas.
## Week 6 Hits
Love and Deshaun Watson absorbed a league-high 45 hits through Week 6, with Love hit eight times and sacked three times.
## Love's Response
Love said he wants to limit hits in the pocket, noting better efforts to protect him since the game.
## Injury Report Details
Nine players were limited, including Love and receivers Matthew Golden (shoulder) and Christian Watson (ankle).
## Practice Update
Coach Matt LaFleur conducted a 'jog-through' practice on Wednesday but will put the team in pads for a 'really good' practice on Thursday.
## Josh Jacobs Status
Running back Josh Jacobs, returning after six weeks on the exempt list, is not on the injury report.
## Lions' Preparation
The Lions are coming off their bye with every player practicing, including safety Brian Branch returning from a torn Achilles.
## Brian Branch Impact
Lions coach Dan Campbell said Brian Branch gives the team flexibility in play design without needing other players to support him.
## Riley's Status
DT Jordon Riley has been designated to return from injured reserve and is within his 21-day practice windows.
## Ford Field Challenge
Packers will simulate crowd noise at Ford Field, where communication is difficult due to loud environments.
## Love's Final Statement
Love said he'll play Sunday despite back pain, noting it's one of those things they'll take day by day.
## Key takeaway

Packers QB Jordan Love will play Sunday against Lions after reporting sore back from Week 6 game.