Packers Reveal Jordan Love Update After Preseason Injury originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Green Bay Packers opened up their preseason on Saturday against the New York Jets, losing 30-10, but still gaining valuable reps for starters and backups alike. Quarterback Jordan Love was the first man under center, receiving minimal playing time.

Love, who is entering his third season as QB1 in Green Bay, is coming off a year in which he posted a 9-6 record as a starter and led the team to a third consecutive playoff appearance. In the 2025 preseason opener, Love suffered a left thumb injury that necessitated a procedure, the team announced.

Packers quarterback Jordan Love opted to have surgery on his left thumb this week because he didn't want to go into the season with any nagging injuries.