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Chris Brooks won't play in Week 5

The Green Bay Packers will enter their Week 5 showdown against the Chicago Bears without key running back Chris Brooks, who has been ruled out due to an ankle injury. The Packers' already struggling backfield now faces further uncertainty, as Brooks' absence adds to the roster challenges ahead of a critical divisional matchup.

Meanwhile, the Bears return five players from their own injury list, potentially bolstering their lineup as they look to improve on their 2-1 record from last season against Green Bay. The Packers have also made a late roster adjustment, activating practice squad running back Pierre Strong Jr.

to help fill the void left by Brooks and other potential absences, including Savion Williams, who is also sidelined with an ankle issue. The Bears, meanwhile, have avoided major setbacks, with their defensive front appearing ready to take on a Packers offense already dealing with offensive line concerns and multiple questionable starters.

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