**Packers Face Injury Woes Ahead of Thanksgiving Showdown Against Dolphins**

The Green Bay Packers are heading into their Thanksgiving Night game against the Miami Dolphins with critical injury concerns, as several key players have been ruled out or listed as questionable in the final injury report for Week 13.

Cornerback Jaire Alexander will miss the game due to a knee injury aggravated during the match against the Chicago Bears. He was unable to participate in on-field work from Monday through Wednesday, and it appears he may require at least another week of recovery. This puts added pressure on Carrington Valentine, Keisean Nixon, and Eric Stokes to step up in the secondary.

Linebacker Edgerrin Cooper will also miss the game. The rookie injured his hamstring during practice last Wednesday, making it improbable for him to return just eight days later. This will be his second consecutive missed game. To compensate, Quay Walker, Eric Wilson, and possibly rookie Ty'Ron Hopper will need to pick up the slack at linebacker.

Receiver Romeo Doubs will sit out due to a concussion he sustained in Sunday's victory over the San Francisco 49ers. His quick recovery through the concussion protocol was deemed unlikely from the start. This marks his second missed game of the season, but first due to injury, opening up playing opportunities for Donyatvion Wicks, Bo Melton, and Malik Heath alongside Christian Watson and Jayden Reed.

Tight end John FitzPatrick, dealing with a back issue, is questionable for the game. While he's primarily the No. 3 tight end for the Packers, his absence would still impact the position. Tucker Kraft and Ben Sims will continue to shoulder most of the responsibilities, though FitzPatrick has recently been a contributor on both offense and special teams.

The Packers might also be without linebacker Isaiah McDuffie, who has started all 11 games this season, owing to an ankle injury. With Cooper out, McDuffie’s presence becomes even more crucial. If he cannot play, the Packers will face a significant shortage at linebacker.

Center Josh Myers, grappling with a pectoral injury, was listed as a full participant in Wednesday’s practice, increasing the likelihood of his participation on Thursday. Myers had previously managed to play through a wrist injury. Elgton Jenkins is available as the backup center should Myers be unable to play.

In some positive news for the team, defensive lineman Kenny Clark, running back Josh Jacobs, offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins, safety Xavier McKinney, and left tackle Rasheed Walker are all available. McKinney missed Tuesday's practice for personal reasons but returned Wednesday as a full participant, while Clark, Jacobs, and Jenkins were simply given veteran rest early in the week.

The Dolphins are also contending with their share of injuries. They've ruled out cornerback Kendall Fuller, linebacker Anthony Walker Jr., and linebacker Tyus Bowser. Left tackle Terron Armstead is listed as questionable due to an ankle injury but has managed to play through it in recent games. Expect rookie Storm Duck to fill in at cornerback alongside Jalen Ramsey if needed.

As both teams gear up for what promises to be a thrilling holiday matchup, the Packers will have to rely on depth and adaptability to address their injury challenges.