Ex Green Bay 5× Pro Bowl running back agrees to pay cut to return and help team overcome injury crisis
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Green Bay, October 1, 2025
For the second straight week, the Green Bay Packers faltered, settling for a dramatic 40-40 tie against the Dallas Cowboys in a Sunday Night Football thriller. Defensive lapses and special teams miscues kept Dallas in the game, but the glaring issue lies with the battered offensive line, prompting fans to clamor for a familiar face.
With guard Aaron Banks (groin) and right tackle Zach Tom (oblique) sidelined, the Packers’ line struggled. Banks, signed to a four-year, $77 million deal from the 49ers, and Tom, locked in with a four-year, $88 million extension, missed the game, leaving rookie Jordan Morgan exposed with penalties and poor run support.
Fans and media are now pleading for the return of five-time All-Pro left tackle David Bakhtiari. On X, Nathan Wade asked The Athletic’s Matt Schneidman, “Any chance we could bring Bakhtiari in for a workout? He has to be better than Jordan Morgan.” Schneidman replied, “Let’s ask David Bakhtiari,” hinting at the idea’s appeal.
Bakhtiari, sidelined since 2023 due to injuries, praised Packers’ wideout Romeo Doubs’ three-touchdown performance: “Romeo Doubs’ success is the fact that he is a Pros Pro. Very detailed and reliable… I’m a big fan of Rome’s game and character.” While not confirming a comeback, his words suggest he’s still tuned into Green Bay.
The makeshift line, with Darian Kinnard outperforming rookie Anthony Belton, underscored the need for veteran stability. Bakhtiari’s injury history makes a return unlikely, but his presence could bolster pass protection for Jordan Love as the 2-1-1 Packers enter their bye week.
Packers Nation is buzzing with hope that Bakhtiari could answer the call. With a tough schedule ahead, can the former star return to fortify Green Bay’s line, or will the team lean on its young talent to rebound?
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The Pittsburgh Steelers’ win over the Minnesota Vikings in Dublin came at a heavy cost, as star cornerback Jalen Ramsey is now expected to miss multiple weeks with a hamstring injury.
According to Steelers insider Gerry Dulac, Ramsey attempted to return during the Week 4 matchup but was unable to push through the setback. The injury adds to Pittsburgh’s growing list of health concerns, with wide receiver Calvin Austin III also sidelined by a shoulder issue.
According to the Steelers’ Head Team Physician: “Jalen has suffered a significant hamstring injury that will require several weeks of recovery. At this stage, we’re focused on making sure he heals properly and minimizing the risk of a longer-term setback.”
Ramsey’s situation is particularly frustrating given how it unfolded. Earlier in the contest, he recovered a fumble and ran it back for a touchdown – a play that was ultimately called back. In a moment of irony, he celebrated with a fake “hamstring injury” dance, only to actually re-injure his hamstring later in the game.
The timing of the setback may prove somewhat fortunate, as the Steelers head into their Week 5 bye. Ramsey is expected to miss several games, but the extra rest could soften the impact and give him a better chance to recover without missing even more time.
The 2025 season has already been riddled with injuries for Pittsburgh, and losing Ramsey for an extended stretch will put added pressure on the rest of the secondary. Still, the Steelers hope to weather the storm and return healthier after the bye, with a critical stretch of divisional matchups looming.
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