The Green Bay Packers walked away from their Thanksgiving showdown against the Detroit Lions with a crucial NFC North victory — but also devastating news about one of their defensive stars.
Packers Get Huge Win… But Suffer Massive Loss
The Packers’ 31-24 win keeps them firmly in the division race, but the postgame vibes quickly shifted when head coach Matt LaFleur revealed a crushing injury update on standout defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt.
Wyatt, who has been having the best season of his NFL career, is now expected to miss significant time.
LaFleur didn’t hide his emotions while speaking about the injury.
“Yeah, it doesn’t look good, guys. I’m sick for him. I’m sick for us,” LaFleur said. “It’s a critical loss for our football team. For our defense. I can’t say enough great things about him as a player and a person. The whole locker room loves Devonte Wyatt.”
Devonte Wyatt Was in the Middle of a Breakout Season
Before the injury, Wyatt had posted:
4 sacks
7 quarterback hits
5 tackles for loss
9 games played
After the Packers traded Kenny Clark to Dallas in the Micah Parsons deal, Wyatt stepped into a larger role — and delivered at a high level.
Why Wyatt’s Injury Is Such a Huge Blow
The way the Packers handled the situation on the field and LaFleur’s tone afterward both point to a long-term absence.
For a team already thin along the defensive front, losing Wyatt is a major setback. Green Bay is counting on key contributors Karl Brooks (ankle) and Lukas Van Ness (foot) to return soon, or the unit could struggle during a tough stretch of the schedule.
Wyatt’s combination of production, consistency, and leadership makes him arguably the most irreplaceable defender on the roster this season.
Packers Must Regroup Fast
As the Packers push toward a potential playoff run, they’ll need multiple players to step up to minimize the impact of Wyatt’s loss. With limited depth on the defensive line and several injuries piling up, this is a moment that will test Green Bay’s resilience.
