Packers star has 'real shot' of returning for Vikings game

The Green Bay Packers have been missing superstar quarterback Jordan Love since losing him to a knee injury in Week 1 against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Green Bay and Philadelphia traveled to Brazil for a historic matchup. The Eagles came away with a big win, and Love hasn't been able to appear in a game ever since due to a knee injury. He returned to practice last week in a limited capacity but wasn't ready for game action.

It sounds like there's a chance that could change in Week 4 against the Minnesota Vikings. He has been progressing well and has a "real shot" to play this week, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, as transcribed by Bleacher Report's Mike Chiari.

"Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love has a 'real shot' to play on Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings after suffering a sprained MCL in the team's Week 1 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport," as transcribed by Chiari said. "While Love was trying to lead what would have been a go-ahead touchdown drive late in Green Bay's season opener, he took a hit and got twisted around awkwardly. He was in obvious pain and had to be helped off the field."

If Love can get back on the field this week, that will take the Packers to another level. Green Bay is 2-1 on the young season, and getting its franchise quarterback certainly will help if he can get on the field this week.

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