Brenton Cox Jr. - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Active for wild-card round Cox (foot) is active for Sunday's NFC wild-card game against the Eagles, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

Impact Cox was unable to play in the Packers' regular-season finale against the Bears due to a foot injury he picked up in Week 17 against the Vikings. He was a limited participant in practice all week, and he's progressed enough in his recovery to play in Sunday's wild-card game. Cox and Kingsley Enagbare will serve as the Packers' top rotational defensive ends behind starters Rashan Gary and Lukas Van Ness.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Could suit up in wild-card game Cox (foot) is questionable to play in Sunday's wild-card contest against Philadelphia, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

Impact Cox hurt his foot Week 17 against Minnesota and didn't play in Green Bay's season finale versus Chicago. He was able to log a trio of limited practices this week, and his ability to play in Sunday's wild-card matchup may not be known until about 90 minutes prior to the 4:30 PM ET kickoff. When healthy this season, Cox has played a rotational role at defensive end, and he has buoyed the Packers' pass rush with 4.0 sacks over seven games.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Returns to field Cox (foot) logged a limited practice Wednesday, Bill Huber of SI.com reports.

Impact Cox missed the Packers' season finale against the Bears after suffering a foot injury during Week 17. His ability to get back on the practice field gives the 24-year-old some momentum toward potentially suiting up for Sunday's wild-card game against the Eagles.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Chicago Cox (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bears, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

Impact The door was left open for Cox to play in Sunday's regular-season finale despite not practicing all week due to a foot injury. He wasn't able to progress enough in his recovery over the weekend, and the 24-year-old will shift his focus to being available for the first round of the playoffs. Cox will end his second NFL regular season with 12 tackles (eight solo), including 4.0 sacks, and one forced fumble over seven games. Arron Mosby and Kingsley Enagbare will be Green Bay's rotational defensive ends behind Rashan Gary and Lukas Van Ness due to Cox's absence.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy to play against Chicago Cox (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Bears, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

Impact Cox has been held out of practice all week due to a foot injury he picked up during the Packers' Week 17 loss to the Vikings, but Green Bay has kept the door open for the 24-year-old defensive end to play Sunday. Kingsley Enagbare and Arron Mosby would serve as the Packers' rotational defensive ends behind starters Rashan Gary and Lukas Van Ness if Cox is unable to play.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up foot injury Cox (foot) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice estimation, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Cox appears to have sustained a foot injury in Green Bay's Week 17 loss to the Vikings, despite playing 33 total snaps (27 defensive and six on special teams) and failing to record a stat. The Florida product has been one of the Packers' most productive edge rushers since the team traded Preston Smith to the Steelers in early November, recording 12 total tackles, including 4.0 sacks, and one forced fumble in just seven appearances this season. Cox likely needs to upgrade to at least limited practice participation Thursday or Friday in order to play in the Week 18 matchup against the Bears.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Off the Bench, Brenton Cox Making the Most of His Chance Brenton Cox was glued to the bench when the season started, now he’s one of the top edge rushers in all of football.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Packers DL Brenton Cox Jr. 'keeps showing up' Key comments from Green Bay’s coordinators

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • PACKERS.COM

Brenton Cox Jr. SACK | Packers vs. Dolphins Green Bay Packers DL Brenton Cox Jr. hands Tua Tagovailoa his fifth sack of the night during Thursday's Week 13 game at Lambeau Field.

NOVEMBER 29, 2024 • PACKERS.COM

Long wait only fueled Brenton Cox Jr.'s drive Packers defensive end delivered impactful performance vs. Bears

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • PACKERS.COM

Brenton Cox Jr. on his first NFL sack: 'That was the best feeling' Green Bay Packers DL Brenton Cox Jr. spoke with the media after Thursday's practice.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • PACKERS.COM

Total Packers: 1-on-1 with Brenton Cox Jr. Analyst Larry McCarren is joined by Packers DL Brenton Cox Jr. to discuss his fast success after being added to the 53-man roster.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • PACKERS.COM

Total Packers with Matt LaFleur: Brenton Cox Jr. Join Packers Head Coach Matt LaFleur and analyst Larry McCarren as they recap the Packers' Week 11 matchup with the Chicago Bears. This week...

NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • PACKERS.COM

Packers DE Brenton Cox Jr.'s breakout performance vs. Bears draws praise from Matt LaFleur Brenton Cox Jr. had his first career sack and a tackle for loss in the Packers’ win over the Bears.

NOVEMBER 20, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

Brenton Cox Jr. SACKS Caleb Williams | Packers vs. Bears Green Bay Packers DL Brenton Cox Jr. registers his first career sack on Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams during Sunday's Week 11 game in Chic...

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • PACKERS.COM

Brenton Cox Jr. 1-on-1: 'Doing what I got to do' Green Bay Packers DL Brenton Cox Jr. spoke with Larry McCarren following the team's loss against the Denver Broncos.

AUGUST 19, 2024 • PACKERS.COM

Brenton Cox Jr. 1 on 1: 'Doing what I got to do'

AUGUST 19, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Three Things: Ty'Ron Hopper, Tyler Davis, and Brenton Cox Jr. Larry, Mike, and Wes share their three takeaways from the Packers' first training camp practice since Family Night.

AUGUST 6, 2024 • PACKERS.COM

Happy Birthday to LB Brenton Cox Jr.! Green Bay Packers LB Brenton Cox Jr. celebrates his birthday on Jan. 30, 2024.

JANUARY 30, 2024 • PACKERS.COM

Brenton Cox Jr.: 'I'm always trying to be the first one to the ball' Green Bay Packers LB Brenton Cox Jr. spoke to the media on Wednesday about making the 53-man roster and what he brings to the team.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • PACKERS.COM

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