NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports Packers LB Zaire Franklin will miss some time with a hairline fracture in his leg.

26 October 2026

Franklin missed Week 7’s game due to the injury after accidentally getting kicked in practice. While Franklin is expected to miss some time, Rapoport reports the team is not planning to place him on injured reserve and believes he will miss “minimal games.” Franklin has totaled 41 tackles and one forced fumble this season.