The Green Bay Packers have received a major boost ahead of their Week 3 matchup against the Cleveland Browns. Starting left guard Aaron Banks, who has been dealing with groin and ankle issues, returned to practice on Wednesday in a limited capacity and made his status clear for the Browns matchup.

Banks told Bill Huber of Sports Illustrated: ‘I’m playing.'

Banks missed the Packers’ Week 2 27-18 victory over the Washington Commanders after leaving their Week 1 27-13 win against the Detroit Lions with an injury. In his absence, 2024 first-round pick Jordan Morgan started at left guard while 2025 second-round pick Anthony Belton filled in at right tackle. Quarterback Jordan Love faced increased pressure, but the Packers’ offensive line depth helped secure a 27-18 win.

The 27-year-old

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