The Green Bay Packers are set to play their first preseason game on Saturday evening at Lambeau Field against the New York Jets. Unfortunately, they have received a brutal injury update about one of their key defensive starters.

Nate Hobbs was signed in NFL free agency to a four-year, $48 million contract. He was brought in to be a big part of replacing Jaire Alexander.

A new update has shared that Hobbs has undergone knee surgery to repair a torn meniscus.

ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter shared the report from Rob Demovsky about Hobbs on Tuesday afternoon.

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“Packers cornerback Nate Hobbs underwent knee surgery over the weekend to repair a meniscus tear, sources told @RobDemovsky, but he could be back for the regular-season opener Sept. 7 against the Lions,” Schefter wrote on X.

What’s Next for the Green Bay Packers After Nate Hobbs’ Injury?

Losing Hobbs is a devastating blow for the Packers’ defense. They were already questionable at the cornerback position after letting Alexander go.

Now, Green Bay could be a team to watch for a late-offseason move for a defensive back.

In free agency, there are still some good options available. The Packers could consider signing veteran free agent Stephon Gilmore. Two other options could be Asante Samuel Jr. and Rasul Douglas.

Brian Gutekunst might choose to see what he has in the group that’s left. With Hobbs potentially being able to come back for Week 1 against the Detroit Lions, Green Bay might roll the dice on their current room.

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Outside of Hobbs, the Packers have Carrington Valentine, Keisean Nixon, Kamal Hadden, Corey Ballentine, Micah Robinson, Javon Bullard, Kalen King, and Bo Melton fighting for spots on the roster.

Last season with the Las Vegas Raiders, Hobbs played in 11 games. He racked up 49 total tackles to go along with an interception and five defended passes.

Only time will tell what Hobbs’ status for Week 1 will be. More updates will come available as time passes and he rehabs from the surgery.

Hopefully, there will be no setbacks and Hobbs can back on the field to face the NFC North rival Lions. In the meantime, Green Bay has a decision to make about whether or not to sign another cornerback.

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