The Green Bay Packers listed running back A.J. Dillon as doubtful and cornerback Jaire Alexander and receiver Christian Watson as questionable on the final injury report before playing the Dallas Cowboys in the NFC Wild Card Round.
How will the injury situation affect Sunday’s showdown at AT&T Stadium?
Here’s an in-depth breakdown of the Packers’ final injury report:
Questionable (2)
CB Jaire Alexander (ankle): His wild season took another turn — literally — when he rolled his ankle during Wednesday’s jog-through practice. Alexander missed practices on Thursday and Friday and is now considered a true game-time decision. The Packers will give his ankle until Sunday to see if he can compete at a high enough level to play through the pain and limitation. Corey Ballentine would be a likely starter if Alexander can’t go
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WR Christian Watson (hamstring): Matt LaFleur sounded cautiously optimistic about Watson returning, but the Packers have to see how his hamstring is feeling pre-game Sunday before deciding his status. Getting him back — even in a limited capacity — could provide a boost on the turf in Dallas. Remember, Watson caught three touchdown passes in last season’s comeback win over the Cowboys. There’s plenty of firepower behind him at receiver if Watson isn’t ready
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Doubtful (1)
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