The Green Bay Packers saw a handful of key players leave Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins with injuries. Several of those individuals should have a chance to play in week 17 against the Minnesota Vikings, but one in particular will be unavailable for at least a few weeks.
That player is defensive lineman Dean Lowry. On Tuesday, the Packers sent Lowry to injured reserve, ending his regular season at least. Lowry will be ineligible for the next four weeks, meaning he would only be eligible to return this season if the Packers were to make the playoffs and advance to the NFC Championship Game.