The weekend hasn't gone as planned for the Green Bay Packers, at least as it pertains to injuries. The team has ruled out star pass rusher Clay Matthews and veteran safety Morgan Burnett in advance of Sunday's NFC North tilt with the Detroit Lions.
Matthews, who dealt with ankle and hamstring issues during last week's game against the Minnesota Vikings, did not participate in practice all week while recovering. Likewise, Morgan Burnett couldn't find his way onto the practice field due to his groin injury. The Packers will most likely use a rotation of players to replace Matthews while Micah Hyde should receive most of the work in place of Burnett.