For the first time since New Year's Eve 2023 — that's 20 months — AJ Dillon played in an NFL game.
Sure, it was just a preseason game and the result doesn't matter.
But there's no question just being on the field sure mattered for the former Green Bay Packers running back .
Dillon, who missed the entire 2024 season with a neck injury , is now wearing a new shade of green with the Philadelphia Eagles .
And on Thursday, Aug. 7, Dillon looked like his old self. He carried the ball five times and caught three passes for the reigning Super Bowl champions in their 34-27 win at Lincoln Financial Field .
Dillon spent five seasons with the Packers and became a fan favorite for his style of play , engaging personality and love of Wisconsin culture , particularly Door County