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Travis Etienne of the Jacksonville Jaguars is inactive for the game against the Green Bay Packers due to a hamstring injury. He was limited in practice leading up to the game and is expected to return for Week 9. In his absence, Tank Bigsby and D'Ernest Johnson will share the backfield duties, with Bigsby likely taking on the majority of rushing responsibilities while Johnson will handle passing-down snaps.
- Travis Etienne's injury impacts the Jaguars' backfield dynamics.
- Tank Bigsby is expected to lead in rushing attempts.
- D'Ernest Johnson will take on passing-down responsibilities.
Travis Etienne | RB
Injury
Week 8
- Inactive for Week 8 due to hamstring injury.
- Expected to return for Week 9.
Tank Bigsby | RB
Pickup
Breakout
Week 8
- Expected to handle most of the rushing work in Etienne's absence.
- Could see increased fantasy value this week.
D'Ernest Johnson | RB
Pickup
Week 8
- Will take on passing-down snaps.
- Could be a sneaky flex option this week.
Jacksonville Jaguars
- Will rely on Bigsby and Johnson in the backfield without Etienne.
- Need to adjust offensive strategy to accommodate missing star running back.
Green Bay Packers
- Facing a Jaguars team without their starting RB could provide an advantage.
- Need to capitalize on the Jaguars' weakened rushing attack.