Banks’ injury status hangs over GB’s run game as he misses practice with ankle/groin issues. His health matters for the interior line against WAS’ stout run defense, potentially shifting GB’s run-pass balance and how defenses line up against Washington’s attack.

Banks’ injury status looms over the Packers’ interior line as Zack Tom works to prove readiness. Missing top guards would force adjustments in protection calls and could influence the game plan, particularly against Washington’s interior rush. The discussion underscores the fragility and resilience of the run and pass protection in a short week.

Banks' absence from practice adds concern for Week 2 OL stability. If he sits, Green Bay must lean on Morgan and Canard to shield Love, impacting the run game and short-yardage efficiency while testing the coaching staff's rotation and Chipping strategies.

Banks stepping into left guard duties adds a veteran layer to Green Bay's interior, complementing Jenkins at center and shaping how Green Bay handles Lions interior pressure and run schemes.

Banks anchors Green Bay’s interior alongside Jenkins, forming a stable left-to-center duo. His protection and run-game support will determine how much time Love gets to operate and how freely Detroit can attack the pocket. Banks’ consistency helps stabilize the line against Detroit’s interior rush.