Green Bay Packers rookie running back MarShawn Lloyd’s return to the field has hit an unexpected roadblock. After being sidelined since September 17 due to an ankle injury, Lloyd was hoping to make his comeback soon—only to be struck by an entirely new and unexpected setback: appendicitis.
Lloyd, a third-round pick from USC, had only played one game this season before his injury landed him on injured reserve. He had been making progress in his recovery and was even back on the practice field earlier this week, looking primed to rejoin the Packers’ backfield. However, just as things were looking up, he started experiencing abdominal pain, prompting him to seek medical attention.
Packers head coach Matt LaFleur confirmed the situation, revealing that after seeing team doctors, Lloyd was sent to the hospital, where he was diagnosed with appendicitis. The timing couldn’t be worse for the rookie, who was eager to get back to playing after a frustrating and injury-riddled start to his NFL career.
This sudden development means that Lloyd’s recovery is now facing another significant delay, putting his return to action on hold indefinitely. With appendicitis requiring surgery and a period of recovery, it’s unclear how long it will take for Lloyd to regain his full health and rejoin the team.
The Packers had high hopes for Lloyd when they drafted him, and fans were eagerly awaiting his debut. Now, it seems that they’ll have to wait a little longer before seeing him in action. How will this latest setback affect his season—and the Packers’ running back rotation? Only time will tell, but for now, Lloyd’s comeback remains on hold.
Leave a Reply