Fantasy Player Profile Allen Lazard
vs. NYG: #1 vs opposing WR - 23.65 FPA
| Rushing | Receiving | Fum | Fantasy | ||||
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| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | @MIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 2 | CHI, | - | - | 13 | 1 | - | 9.30 |
| 3 | @TB, | - | - | 45 | 1 | - | 14.50 |
| 4 | NE, | - | - | 116 | - | - | 17.60 |
| 5 | NYG, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 6 | NYJ, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 7 | @WAS, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | @BUF, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 9 | @DET, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 10 | DAL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | TEN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | @PHI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | @CHI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | LA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | @MIA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | MIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 18 | DET, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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Avoids injury report
Lazard (ankle) is not listed on Friday's injury report, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
Analysis: Lazard was listed in all three practice sessions this week, but his availability for Sunday's game against the Giants is in no danger. If the ankle issue is still bothering Lazard, it hasn't stopped him from surpassing 90 percent of offensive snaps in each of Green Bay's last two games or from scoring in two of his last three appearances. As Aaron Rodgers' top wideout, Lazard projects as a valuable fantasy option versus New York.
Published: Fri, Oct 7 at 8:53am by Rotowire.com
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Limited in practice again
Lazard (ankle) remained a limited participant in practice Thursday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
Analysis: The Packers haven't indicated that Lazard has suffered any setbacks in the three games he's played since missing Week 1 with the ankle injury, so his continued limitations thus far during Week 5 are most likely maintenance-based. He should be able to avoid carrying a designation into Sunday's matchup with the Giants in London so long as he practices again Friday in some fashion.
Published: Thu, Oct 6 at 12:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Still bothered by ankle issue
Lazard (ankle) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Lazard has been a regular on Packers injury reports this season, but since sitting out Week 1, he's increased his snap share and targets each of the past the games, culminating in six catches (on eight targets) for 116 yards this past Sunday against the Patriots. Currently, he's sitting on a career-best 14.5 yards per reception, which may start to settle back in the 12-to-13 range as the season goes on. Before that mark is impacted, though, Lazard will need to ditch his designation ahead of…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 2:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads team in receiving
Lazard caught six of eight targets for 116 yards in Sunday's 27-24 overtime win over the Patriots.
Analysis: Lazard led the Packers in receptions and yards through the air, coming up with a few important catches during the second half. In doing so, the wideout set new season highs in catches, targets and yards, more than compensating for his first appearance without a touchdown thus far. As quarterback Aaron Rodgers' top wideout, Lazard's value continues to progress heading into Week 5's game in London versus the Giants.
Published: Sun, Oct 2 at 5:36pm by Rotowire.com
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No injury designation
Lazard (ankle) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Lazard missed Week 1 with the ankle injury before playing 80 and 92 percent of snaps on offense the past two weeks, with six catches for 68 yards and two TDs on nine targets. The lack of volume isn't ideal, but Lazard is healthy enough to handle a full workload and still could emerge ahead of Romeo Doubs as Aaron Rodgers' favorite target. Those two and slot man Randall Cobb figure to take most of the snaps this week, though rookie Christian Watson is back from a hamstring injury and also may…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 30 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Stays limited Thursday
Lazard (ankle) was limited at Thursday's practice.
Analysis: The Packers continue to keep Lazard somewhat under wraps on the practice field due to the ankle injury that forced him to sit out the season opener. If he mimics the end of last week, though, he'll head into Sunday's game against the Patriots without an injury designation, which would mean all Packers wide receivers not named Sammy Watkins (hamstring, IR) would be available to quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
Published: Thu, Sep 29 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited Wednesday
Lazard (ankle) practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: In back-to-back appearances Weeks 2 and 3, Lazard handled 80 and 92 percent of the Packers' snaps on offense, respectively, on his way to a catching six of nine targets for 68 yards and two touchdowns. He looks poised to be a regular on the team's injury report until his ankle issue is a thing of the past, but at this point, his availability for Sunday's contest against the Patriots doesn't appear to be in danger.
Published: Wed, Sep 28 at 1:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores again
Lazard caught four of six targets for 45 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 14-12 win over the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Lazard has found the end zone in both of his appearances this season, hauling in a six-yard touchdown during the second quarter Sunday. While Green Bay's offense struggled after halftime, Lazard at least made an important 26-yard grab down the stretch. With Sammy Watkins (hamstring) set to miss the next few weeks, Lazard and Randall Cobb represent quarterback Aaron Rodgers' most trusted wideouts, although rookie fourth-rounder Romeo Doubs enjoyed a breakthrough Sunday with eight catches for 73…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 5:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Clear for Sunday
Lazard (ankle) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game at Tampa Bay, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: Green Bay had scant attendance from four of its top five wide receivers this week, but Lazard is good to go for Sunday after logging limited sessions Wednesday and Friday. Meanwhile, Sammy Watkins (hamstring) has been ruled out, while Randall Cobb (illness) and Christian Watson (hamstring) are listed as questionable. As such, Lazard should serve as the team's clear-cut top option at the position, while rookie Romeo Doubs could line up as the No. 2 if Cobb and/or Watson are limited or out.
Published: Fri, Sep 23 at 1:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice
Lazard (ankle) returned to practice Friday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: As did Christian Watson (hamstring), which gives both wideouts a chance to play Sunday against the Buccaneers. Meanwhile, Sammy Watkins (hamstring) and Randall Cobb (illness) were not spotted at practice Friday, with the Packers' looming Week 3 injury report likely to add some clarity with regard to the composition of the team's wide receiver corps this weekend.
Published: Fri, Sep 23 at 10:17am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Thursday
Lazard (ankle) didn't practice Thursday, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Lazard was limited during Wednesday's practice, with Silverstein indicating that it's possible the wideout's non-participation Thursday could be maintenance-related. Friday's injury report should add some clarity to Lazard's status for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers as well the Week 3 playing prospects of fellow receivers Sammy Watkins (hamstring), Randall Cobb (illness) and Christian Watson (hamstring).
Published: Thu, Sep 22 at 11:09am by Rotowire.com
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Limited by ankle injury
Lazard (ankle) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: After sitting out Week 1 with an ankle injury, Lazard returned this past Sunday against the Bears and paced Packers wide receivers in offensive snap share (80 percent). He managed just a 2-13-1 receiving line on three targets, however, and he unsurprisingly is having his practice reps capped to kick off Week 3 prep. He'll likely need to upgrade to full activity Thursday or Friday to avoid carrying a designation into Sunday's game at Tampa Bay.
Published: Wed, Sep 21 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone in season debut
Lazard (ankle) caught two of three targets for 13 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-10 win over the Bears.
Analysis: Green Bay's entire offense looked much sharper after mustering just seven points in Week 1, and Lazard's return from an ankle injury contributed to that improvement. Aaron Rodgers spread the ball around, as no Packer got more than four targets, but Lazard made the most of his limited opportunities by catching a five-yard touchdown in the final minute of the first half. Lazard could still emerge as the clear top option in Green Bay's passing game, but as things stand heading into a Week 3 clash…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 8:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Returning to action in Week 2
Lazard (ankle) is active for Sunday's contest versus the Bears, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: Lazard sat out the Packers' season-opening loss at Minnesota after getting stepped on in practice between the end of the preseason and the beginning of Week 1 prep. He was able to return to practice in a limited capacity in advance of Week 2 action, even mixing into team drills at Friday's session. The preceding seemingly set Lazard up to be available Sunday, and indeed he is. He'll serve as Green Bay's top wide receiver moving forward, but even with Davante Adams out of town, it's unclear if…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 3:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to be available Sunday
Lazard (ankle), who is listed as questionable, is expected to play Sunday against the Bears, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Lazard tweaked his ankle during the final weeks leading up to the regular season and was sidelined for Week 1, but he returned to limited practices this week and is expected to make his season debut against the Bears. However, nothing is official yet, which makes things difficult for fantasy managers who have to wait until the 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff for final confirmation. Assuming Lazard is available, he could be just the spark that Green Bay's offense needs after a sluggish start during the…read more
Published: Sat, Sep 17 at 10:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to face Bears
Lazard (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Lazard was limited for a third straight day at Friday's practice, never quite progressing to full. He thus may need to be treated as a game-time decision, in which case the 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff is suboptimal for fantasy managers. With Lazard out Week 1, the Packers had four wide receivers (Sammy Watkins, Christian Watson, Randall Cobb, Romeo Doubs) land between a 57 and 67 percent snap share and 3-5 targets, which isn't exactly a rotation that's conducive to short-term fantasy value. Once he's…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 16 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready for team reps
Lazard (ankle) is scheduled to take team reps at Friday's practice, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.
Analysis: Lazard returned to a limited practice Wednesday after missing a couple weeks, then managed another limited session Thursday. It could be more of the same Friday, though it sounds like the Packers are upping his activity level as they prepare for a matchup with the Bears on Sunday.
Published: Fri, Sep 16 at 9:38am by Rotowire.com
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Second straight limited practice
Lazard (ankle) practiced on a limited basis Thursday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: For a second consecutive session, Lazard handled individual drills, at the very least, but there's still room for the Packers' top wide receiver to bump up to a full practice. He'll have a chance to do just that Friday, but considering he's made a pair of appearances this week, he could be trending toward making his season debut Sunday against the Bears after sitting out Week 1 due to an ankle injury.
Published: Thu, Sep 15 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited in return to practice
Lazard (ankle) practiced on a limited basis Wednesday.
Analysis: Lazard's limited activity level in his first practice in roughly two weeks is no surprise as he continues to recover from getting his foot stepped on in an unofficial session. He'll have two more chances to jump up to full participation before the Packers will be required to give him a designation -- or not -- ahead of Sunday's game against the Bears.
Published: Wed, Sep 14 at 1:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Returning to practice Wednesday
Head coach Matt LaFleur said Lazard (ankle) will return to practice Wednesday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Lazard sat out last Sunday's loss to Minnesota due to an ankle injury that he sustained when he got stepped on in practice between the final week of the preseason and the week leading up to the season opener. His absence was felt in the Week 1 loss, but getting back on the field Wednesday puts him on a path to suiting up this Sunday versus the Bears. Lazard's activity level will become known later Wednesday.
Published: Wed, Sep 14 at 10:54am by Rotowire.com
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Taking seat Sunday
Lazard (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game at Minnesota, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: The Packers left open the possibility for Lazard to overcome the ankle injury stemming from getting stepped on in practice last week, but his lack of on-field work in advance of the season opener forecasted his lack of availability. With Lazard on the sideline, the team's healthy wide receivers are Sammy Watkins, Randall Cobb, Christian Watson and Romeo Doubs, among others.
Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 11:57am by Rotowire.com
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Slated to sit out Week 1
Lazard (ankle), who is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Vikings, isn't expected to play, Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport of NFL Network report.
Analysis: Lazard's absence will likely be made official 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, when he's expected to be included on the Packers' inactive list. With Lazard on track to sit out Week 1, the Packers will be left with Sammy Watkins and Randall Cobb as their top two receivers, leaving rookies Christian Watson and Romeo Doubs to vie for snaps at the No. 3 spot.
Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 5:32am by Rotowire.com
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Doubtful for Sunday
Coach Matt LaFleur said Friday that he considers Lazard (ankle) doubtful for Sunday's game at Minnesota, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: On Wednesday, LaFleur revealed that Lazard's absence from practice stemmed from getting stepped on last week. Lazard proceeded to miss all three official sessions this week and now has scant chance to play Week 1. If the Packers include him among their inactives Sunday, the team will rely on Sammy Watkins, Randall Cobb, Christian Watson and Romeo Doubs at wide receiver.
Published: Fri, Sep 9 at 11:57am by Rotowire.com
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Absent Friday
Lazard (ankle) isn't practicing Friday, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.
Analysis: Lazard got his ankle stepped on during a practice last week and hasn't participated at all this week. He isn't looking good for Sunday's game against Minnesota, likely leaving QB Aaron Rodgers with a WR group of Sammy Watkins, Randall Cobb, Romeo Doubs, Christian Watson, Amari Rodgers and Samori Toure. While Watkins and Cobb are the safest bets to get snaps in the opener, Doubs and Watson are the upside plays for fantasy managers seeking a receiver to stash on the bench.
Published: Fri, Sep 9 at 10:25am by Rotowire.com
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Another missed practice
Lazard (ankle) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: With back-to-back missed sessions to start Week 1 prep, Lazard now could be in danger of missing the Packers' season opener at Minnesota. He picked up the ankle concern in practice last week when his foot was stepped on. Friday's injury report could give him a chance to play this weekend if he's listed as questionable, but if Lazard is limited or sidelined Sunday, Green Bay will turn to the likes of Sammy Watkins, Randall Cobb, Christian Watson and Romeo Doubs at wide receiver.
Published: Thu, Sep 8 at 3:39pm by Rotowire.com
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No activity to begin practice
Lazard (ankle) wasn't spotted at the portion of Thursday's practice open to the media, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Prior to the Packers taking the field Thursday, coach Matt LaFleur was noncommittal about Lazard getting his first on-field work of Week 1 prep as the wide receiver tends to an ankle injury that he sustained in practice last week when his foot was stepped on. If Lazard indeed logs a second consecutive DNP, he'll have just one more chance to practice this week ahead of Sunday's season opener at Minnesota.
Published: Thu, Sep 8 at 11:18am by Rotowire.com
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Tending to ankle issue
Lazard didn't practice Wednesday due to an ankle injury.
Analysis: Lazard's availability for Week 1 at Minnesota has come into question since Monday, when the wide receiver sat out Green Bay's workout with an unknown health concern. Head coach Matt LaFleur told Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette on Wednesday that Lazard was stepped on in practice at some point last week, and the Packers' subsequent injury report revealed the nature of the issue. Lazard has two more chances to get back on the field this week, but Friday's injury report eventually could…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 7 at 3:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't practice Wednesday
Lazard (undisclosed) won't practice Wednesday, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.
Analysis: Head coach Matt LaFleur didn't elaborate on the injury but noted that Lazard got stepped on in practice last week. The wideout has now missed a few practices and has two more chances to get out on the field before Sunday's opener against Minnesota. Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com relays that Lazard has been "running hard" while rehabbing off to the side.
Published: Wed, Sep 7 at 10:31am by Rotowire.com
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Week 1 status TBD
Lazard (undisclosed) was spotted running off to the side during Monday's practice, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Silverstein also relayed that coach Matt LaFleur was non-committal about the Week 1 status of Lazard, who was sidelined last week for undisclosed reasons. Look for added context regarding the wideout's availability for Sunday's game against the Vikings to arrive no later than Wednesday, when the Packers' first official injury report of the season will be posted.
Published: Mon, Sep 5 at 12:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Held out for exhibition
Lazard isn't expected to play in Green Bay's final preseason game Thursday against Kansas City, with the Packers holding out their top players to prepare for Week 1 at Minnesota, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Lazard enters the season as Green Bay's top wideout, albeit with a track record that suggests he'll probably be one of the more lightly targeted No. 1 receivers in the league. The quality and location of his targets should be good, and he gets a nice matchup to start the season against a Minnesota defense that allowed WRs to score a league-high 42.4 PPR points per game last year. The Vikings did use two early draft picks on defensive backs this year however, giving new DC Ed Donatell some…read more
Published: Tue, Aug 23 at 9:23am by Rotowire.com
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Not in line to play Friday
Lazard won't play in Friday's preseason game against the Saints, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: The same applies to fellow wide receivers Sammy Watkins and Randall Cobb, with the Packers resting a number of their key skill players on Friday. With Lazard and company sitting this one out, the Green Bay coaching staff will focus on evaluating the team's depth options at the WR position versus New Orleans.
Published: Fri, Aug 19 at 4:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Signs second-round tender
Lazard, who was a restricted free agent, officially signed his second-round tender from the Packers on Monday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Lazard was solid in a secondary role last season and ultimately finished with career highs in receptions (40), receiving yards (513) and touchdowns (eight). The undrafted wideout out of Iowa State could be in store for another career year in Green Bay after the Packers lost Davante Adams and Marquez Valdes-Scantling this offseason, but the team made numerous moves during the offseason to bolster their pass-catching depth, most notably free-agent acquisition Sammy Watkins and 2022 second-round…read more
Published: Mon, Jun 13 at 10:34am by Rotowire.com
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Not present for minicamp
Lazard hasn't signed his second-round tender and isn't present Tuesday for the start of Green Bay's mandatory minicamp, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.
Analysis: Lazard remains a restricted free agent, meaning Green Bay's minicamp technically isn't mandatory for the wideout, per Matt Schneidman of The Athletic. The undrafted receiver out of Iowa State caught 40 passes for 513 yards and eight touchdowns last season, but he should see an uptick in volume in 2022 after the offseason departures of Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Davante Adams.
Published: Tue, Jun 7 at 10:15am by Rotowire.com
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Gets second-round tender
Lazard, a restricted free agent, is getting a second-round tender from the Packers, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Lazard made some noise late last season and ultimately finished with career highs for catches (40), receiving yards (513) and touchdowns (eight), but there's no way any team will give up a second-round pick for the right to sign him. He thus figures to stay in Green Bay, while Marquez Valdes-Scantling faces an uncertain future as an unrestricted free agent. That doesn't mean Lazard will be handed the No. 2 receiver job, but it's well within the range of possible outcomes for his Week 1 role.…read more
Published: Tue, Mar 15 at 8:12am by Rotowire.com
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Disappointing conclusion to season
Lazard brought in his only target for six yards during the Packers' 13-10 loss to the 49ers in their NFC divisional-round matchup Saturday night.
Analysis: Lazard came into the contest with some expectation of a possible bump in downfield targets with Marquez Valdes-Scantling (back) sidelined, but those never materialized in the disappointing end to what had seemed like a potential championship season for the Packers. The fourth-year pro did enjoy a serviceable regular season, establishing new career highs in receptions (40), receiving yards (513) and touchdowns (eight) across 15 games. Lazard will be a restricted free agent come the start of the…read more
Published: Sat, Jan 22 at 9:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores twice
Lazard caught five passes for 75 yards and two touchdowns on six targets against Detroit on Sunday.
Analysis: Lazard's role is somewhat limited with Davante Adams ahead of him and a strong backfield drawing usage in Green Bay, but he's a valuable role player for the Packers and probably their second-most versatile target behind Adams. While Lazard lacks the speed to threaten deep like Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Lazard's ability to line up all over at wide receiver and even in a tight end-like look occasionally makes him viable for a variety of routes in the team's offense. He's been especially valuable…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 2:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Finishes second in receiving
Lazard hauled in all six of his targets for 72 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 37-10 win over Green Bay.
Analysis: The Packers' No. 2 wideout role has seemed to alternate between Lazard and Marquez Valdes-Scantling (one catch for three yards) in the second half of the 2021 campaign. The former was the receiving option to step up behind Davante Adams (11-136-1) this time around. Lazard has quietly been a consistent fantasy option of late, contributing three touchdowns over the last four weeks while seeing his role expand in the running game (three carries for 32 yards over that span). It's unclear how much…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 2 at 11:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Touchdown grab in win
Lazard brought in two of five targets for 45 yards and a touchdown and rushed once for 13 yards in the Packers' 24-22 win over the Browns on Saturday.
Analysis: Lazard found the end zone for the second time in the last three games when he recorded an 11-yard scoring grab in the latter portion of the first quarter. The fourth-year wideout now has a career-high five touchdown receptions and four straight multi-catch tallies, but he hasn't topped the six receptions or 75 yards he recorded in Week 14 versus the Bears in any other game all season. Lazard's penultimate regular-season opportunity to build up his numbers comes in a Week 17 home matchup against…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 25 at 5:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited to three touches
Lazard caught two passes for 23 yards and had one carry for five yards in Sunday's 31-30 victory over the Ravens.
Analysis: Lazard had a couple chances to find paydirt in Sunday's contest, but quarterback Aaron Rodgers misfired in both instances and Lazard wound up doing little for fantasy players. Lazard is locked into a key role, so he will have a chance to bounce back in the Packers' Christmas Day matchup with the Browns. However, he will have his work cut out for him against a Cleveland defense that has fared well against wide receivers in recent weeks.
Published: Mon, Dec 20 at 7:15am by Rotowire.com
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Looks strong off bye week
Lazard had six receptions (seven targets) for 75 yards and a touchdown while adding 14 more yards on one carry in a 45-30 win over the Bears on Sunday.
Analysis: Lazard turned in his best fantasy performance of the season one game after posting a dud (13 yards on a 33 percent catch rate). The 25-year-old hasn't taken that next step to become a reliable fantasy option quite yet, but Sunday's showing proves that he has the ability to produce such lines. The seven targets marked a new season high, surpassing his previous high of six that he tallied last week. It could be worth snagging Lazard if he's sitting on waivers now that he appears to be fully…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 12 at 11:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited output in return
Lazard was targeted six times and caught two passes for 13 yards in Sunday's 36-28 victory over the Rams.
Analysis: Lazard returned to action Sunday after sitting out Week 11 with a shoulder injury, and although he did not start for just the second time in his 10 appearances this season, he was still on the field for 53 of a possible 82 snaps, which were four fewer than the wide receiver who played the second-most snaps -- Marquez Valdes-Scantling -- and over twice as many as fourth-place finisher Equanimeous St. Brown. The six passes in Lazard's direction tied a season high, but he was not able to do much…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 29 at 7:40am by Rotowire.com
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Active in Week 12
Lazard (shoulder) is active for Sunday's contest against the Rams, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: After sitting out one game due to a shoulder injury, Lazard is back in the lineup and gets Green Bay's receiving corps back to full strength. Behind Davante Adams, the breakdown of targets is a weekly carousel. In nine appearances this season, Lazard has averaged 1.9 catches (on 2.9 targets) for 23.3 yards per game while scoring three TDs.
Published: Sun, Nov 28 at 12:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to return for Week 12
Lazard (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Limited practice participation throughout the week leaves Lazard truly questionable ahead of Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff. He hasn't done much this year, but his absence last week contributed to a big day for Marquez Valdez-Scantling, who posted a 4-123-1 receiving line with season highs for targets (10) and snap share (81 percent). Randall Cobb, meanwhile, caught only one pass for 15 yards on two targets, despite also hitting a season high for snap share (76 percent).
Published: Fri, Nov 26 at 11:53am by Rotowire.com
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Stays limited Thursday
Lazard (shoulder) was listed as limited on Thursday's injury report, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Lazard has opened Week 12 prep with back-to-back 'limited' listings after sitting out this past Sunday at Minnesota due to a shoulder injury. Friday's practice report may be telling for Lazard's ability to get back on the field Sunday against the Rams.
Published: Thu, Nov 25 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited on Wednesday
Lazard (shoulder) was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's estimated practice report.
Analysis: After failing to practice last week and entering the weekend with a doubtful designation, Lazard was deemed inactive this past Sunday at Minnesota. As such, his return to the field, even during a walk-through session, is an encouraging sign for his Week 12 prospects. Lazard will have two more days to get back to full activity before the Packers potentially tab him with another designation ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Rams.
Published: Wed, Nov 24 at 2:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Not playing, as expected
Lazard (shoulder) is listed as inactive Week 11 against the Vikings.
Analysis: No surprises here, as Lazard didn't see the practice field all week and entered Sunday afternoon with a doubtful tag. The Packers will lose one of the best downfield-blocking receivers in the game as a result, while both Randall Cobb and Marquez Valdes-Scantling will see more time on the field and presumably more looks in the passing game.
Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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Not expected to play Week 11
Green Bay lists Lazard (shoulder) as doubtful for Sunday's game in Minnesota, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: Lazard was unable to practice this week and thus isn't expected to play against the Vikings while he manages the shoulder issue, though the Packers' decision not to rule him out ahead of Sunday suggests the team isn't completely closing the door on him suiting up. That being said, in the likely scenario that Lazard is sidelined this weekend, both Randall Cobb and Marquez Valdes-Scantling would have regular spots in three-receiver sets alongside No. 1 wideout Davante Adams.
Published: Fri, Nov 19 at 12:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Another missed practice
Lazard (shoulder) was absent from Thursday's practice, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: For a second consecutive session, Lazard didn't join his teammates on the field and instead focused on rehab of a shoulder injury. Since sitting out Week 8 due to being a close contact of Davante Adams, who tested positive for COVID-19, Lazard has managed to haul in just two of five targets for 26 yards and one touchdown over the last two games. Aside from Lazard, Marquez Valdes-Scantling (hip) was limited Thursday, while Malik Taylor (abdomen) again didn't practice, leaving Adams, Randall…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 18 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Tending to shoulder injury
Lazard didn't practice Wednesday due to a shoulder injury.
Analysis: Lazard was one of a number of Green Bay regulars who were either held out of the walk-through session entirely -- Aaron Rodgers (toe) and David Bakhtiari (knee), to name two players -- or limited (Davante Adams (shoulder). Both Rodgers and Adams focused on rehab instead of on-field work, so Lazard likely was in the same boat. No matter, the status of Lazard will be one to watch to make sure he's trending toward playing Sunday at Minnesota.
Published: Wed, Nov 17 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone
Lazard caught his only target for a 20-yard touchdown against Kansas City on Sunday.
Analysis: Lazard missed Green Bay's Week 8 victory over Arizona due to COVID protocols, but if not for the missed week this would have marked his third in a row with a touchdown. The bad news is that Lazard's target volume seems capped at a modest level, especially with the return of fellow wideout Marquez Valdes-Scantling from his hamstring injury. It's not clear whether Lazard will get Aaron Rodgers (COVID-19) back for their Week 10 game at home against Seattle; if not, a Jordan Love start would…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 6:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns from COVID-19 list
The Packers reinstated Lazard from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday.
Analysis: Lazard never tested positive for the virus, but because he's unvaccinated and was deemed a close contact of teammate Davante Adams (illness) -- who tested positive -- he was placed on the list six days ago and forced to miss last week's win over the Cardinals. Lazard rejoined the Packers earlier Monday for an unofficial practice session, signaling that he had completed his quarantine and cleared all COVID-19-related protocols. As a result, Lazard should be ready to reprise his starting role at…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 1 at 1:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice Monday
Lazard (undisclosed) returned to practice Monday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Lazard missed Thursday's game against the Cardinals because he was considered a close contact of teammate Davante Adams (illness), but it appears as though he didn't test positive for COVID-19. The 25-year-old thus has a good chance to return for Sunday's matchup against Kansas City.
Published: Mon, Nov 1 at 10:44am by Rotowire.com
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Not eligible for Week 8
Lazard, who was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday as a close contact of teammate Davante Adams (illness), isn't eligible to play Thursday against the Cardinals, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Unlike Adams, Lazard hasn't tested positive for the virus. However, Rapoport notes that because Lazard is unvaccinated, he'll be away from the team for at least five days and will need to continue testing negative before clearing the NFL's COVID-19 protocol. That timeline means that Lazard won't be ready to go by the time Thursday's game arrives, and Adams appears doubtful to clear the protocol. Meanwhile, Marquez Valdes-Scantling (hamstring) hasn't resumed practicing since suffering his injury…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 26 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Joins Adams on COVID list
Lazard was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday.
Analysis: After teammate Davante Adams was placed on the COVID-19 list following a positive test, Lazard was one of several Green Bay pass catchers who appeared poised to take on a greater role with the team's top target on track to miss Thursday's game in Arizona. Instead, Lazard now looks set to miss the Week 8 contest along with Adams, leaving Randall Cobb, Equanimeous St. Brown and Amari Rodgers as the lone receivers on the active roster. Even if Lazard is vaccinated or is merely being placed on the…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 26 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone Sunday
Lazard caught five passes on six targets for 60 yards and one touchdown against Washington on Sunday.
Analysis: sIt's generally been a quiet 2021 season for Lazard, but the six targets here nearly matched Davante Adams' team-leading seven, and Lazard was almost automatic with that usage. It's also his second straight game with a touchdown. The problem for Lazard is that Marquez Valdes-Scantling (hamstring) might be back soon, and it might become more difficult for Lazard to draw targets consistently at that point. The Packers head to Arizona on Thursday for their Week 8 matchup.
Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores on shovel pass
Lazard secured three of five targets for 27 yards and a touchdown in the Packers' 24-14 win over the Bears on Sunday.
Analysis: Lazard checked in second in receptions and receiving yards for the Packers on the afternoon, and he propped up his fantasy day with his one-yard scoring grab early in the second quarter. Lazard actually tied Davante Adams for the team lead in targets as well, but the modest figure served as his season high. Consequently, the fourth-year wideout remains difficult to trust going into a Week 7 home matchup against Washington.
Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 3:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Low impact in Week 5 win
Lazard was targeted twice and caught two passes for six yards in Sunday's 25-22 victory over the Bengals.
Analysis: Lazard was on the field for 55 of the 64 plays the Packers offense ran, but he didn't receive much attention from Aaron Rodgers. Playing time is not an issue for Lazard, who has played at least 64 percent of the snaps in all five games this season, but production definitely is, as he has racked up just seven receptions for 97 yards -- and no scores -- to date.
Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 8:35am by Rotowire.com
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Output remains meager
Lazard was targeted three times and caught two passes for 33 yards in Sunday's 27-17 victory over the Steelers.
Analysis: With fellow wideout Marquez Valdes-Scantling (hamstring) sidelined, Lazard was on the field for a season-high 79 percent of the offensive snaps in Week 4. However, the bump in playing time did not lead to a notable increase in Lazard's output, and it was another receiver -- Randall Cobb -- who benefitted most from Valdes-Scantling's absence. Lazard's blocking skills ensure he will keep spending plenty of time on the field, but unfortunately he won't be getting any points for that in most…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 4 at 7:25am by Rotowire.com
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Could benefit from MVS absence
Lazard has mostly contributed to the Packers with his blocking this year, but he could see more targets this weekend with teammate Marquez Valdes-Scantling (hamstring) ruled out against the Steelers, Jason Wilde of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Lazard has seen just five targets through three games, despite playing 65-68 percent of snaps in each contest. He may get more snaps and perhaps a few more targets, but it's still more or less the same story in Green Bay's offense, with volume unpredictable beyond Aaron Jones and Davante Adams.
Published: Fri, Oct 1 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited to one long reception
Lazard was targeted once and caught one pass for 42 yards in Sunday's 30-28 victory over the 49ers.
Analysis: Lazard's lone reception came early in the first quarter of Sunday's contest, but he did not see even one ball in his direction the rest of the way. He's tallied just three receptions and 58 yards through three weeks, so it's tough to trust him at the moment. However, he has played at least 64 percent of the offensive snaps in all three games, and he could get more involved Week 4 if fellow wideout Marquez Valdes-Scantling (hamstring) is limited or held out altogether.
Published: Mon, Sep 27 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Not targeted Monday night
Lazard was not targeted in Monday's 35-17 victory over the Lions.
Analysis: Lazard was on the field for 42 of a possible 65 plays Monday, which was one fewer than Marquez Valdes-Scantling and 30 more than Randall Cobb. However, he did not garner even one pass in his direction from quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Based on snaps played Lazard is pretty clearly a top-three option among Packers wideouts, but with just two receptions and 16 yards through two weeks, he's going to be tough to trust in fantasy lineups in Week 3.
Published: Tue, Sep 21 at 7:30am by Rotowire.com
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Shut down by Saints
Lazard was targeted four times and caught two passes for 16 yards in Sunday's 38-3 loss to the Saints.
Analysis: Lazard dropped 146 yards and a score on the Saints when the two teams squared off Week 3 last season, but he did not come close to matching that production this time around. In fantasy circles, he generally was considered the third option among Packers wideouts heading into the season, and after Week 1 that hasn't changed, as even though he played just one fewer snap than Davante Adams and three more than Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Lazard was targeted three fewer times than each of his fellow…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 9:45am by Rotowire.com
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Out for exhibition opener
Lazard will not play in Saturday's preseason opener against the Texans, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: With starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers out Saturday, Lazard will sit out as well. Lazard is not listed as a starter on the Packers' current depth chart, but the team figures to utilize three wide receivers plenty, so he should still see the field quite a bit.
Published: Sat, Aug 14 at 4:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Battling for No. 2 spot
Lazard will compete for snaps with fellow wide receivers Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Amari Rodgers and Devin Funchess, Wes Hodkiewicz of packers.com reports.
Analysis: Any contribution from Funchess would be a welcome surprise, but even the addition of just Rodgers -- a rookie third-round pick -- gives the Packers a little more depth than they had last year. Despite averaging fewer than five targets per week apiece, Lazard and Valdes-Scantling both played more than 70 percent of offensive snaps in their active games last season, as the Packers had little else behind target-hog Davante Adams. Lazard did have 254 yards and two TDs over the first three weeks of…read more
Published: Mon, Jul 26 at 11:11am by Rotowire.com
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Records three receptions
Lazard recorded three receptions on six targets for 62 yards in Sunday's 31-26 loss in the NFC Championship Game against Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Lazard made several clutch grabs, including a 23-yard reception late in the first quarter to convert on third down to keep a drive alive that ultimately ended with a touchdown. He topped 15 yards with his other two receptions on the day, one of which directly led to another score for the Packers. Lazard was limited to 11 games during the regular season by a core-muscle injury but improved his performance from a per-game perspective in his third season as a professional. Heading into the 2021…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 24 at 5:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to face Bucs
Lazard (wrist/back) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: The Packers have consistently limited Lazard's practice participation since he returned from core muscle surgery in November, but he hasn't actually missed any games. He played a significant role in the win over Los Angeles last week, catching four of eight targets for 96 yards and a touchdown while playing 72 percent of the snaps on offense.
Published: Fri, Jan 22 at 1:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs another limited session
Lazard (wrist/back) was limited at Thursday's practice, Olivia Reiner of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: This is par for the course for Lazard ever since he was cleared to return to action Week 11 following core muscle surgery back on Oct. 1. He put together his best outing since the procedure this past Saturday against the Rams -- four catches (on eight targets) for 96 yards and one touchdown -- so he has some momentum heading into the NFC Championship Game. Friday's injury report likely will pave the way for Lazard to face the Buccaneers on Sunday.
Published: Thu, Jan 21 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited at practice
The Packers listed Lazard as a limited participant on Wednesday's practice report with wrist and back injuries.
Analysis: Lazard was one of 10 Green Bay players classified as limited Wednesday, but the team hasn't indicated that the wideout is in any danger of missing Sunday's NFC Championship Game against Tampa Bay. Last week, Lazard was limited in practice as well, but he didn't carry a designation into the Packers' divisional-round win over the Rams.
Published: Wed, Jan 20 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Clinches playoff victory
Lazard recorded four receptions on eight targets for 96 yards and a touchdown in the Packers' divisional-round win over the Rams on Saturday.
Analysis: Lazard led the Packers in yards, thanks to a 58-yard touchdown reception midway through the fourth quarter to clinch a win. It was a moment of redemption for Lazard, as he dropped what appeared to be another long touchdown earlier in the game. After commanding no more than six targets in any of the final seven regular-season contests, Lazard appears to have reasserted himself as the team's second wide receiver.
Published: Sat, Jan 16 at 5:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready for Saturday's game
Lazard (core/wrist) does not carry an injury designation for Saturday's NFC divisional-round game against the Rams.
Analysis: Lazard continues to have his practice reps capped since undergoing core-muscle surgery Week 11, but his status for Saturday's game never appeared to be in true jeopardy. The Packers have eased him back into action since, but Lazard could be required to play a key offensive role Saturday given that Jalen Ramsey will likely shadow Davante Adams.
Published: Fri, Jan 15 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited Wednesday
Lazard (core/wrist) was limited at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Lazard is following his usual practice routine since his return from core-muscle surgery Week 11. After the Packers had a bye for the first round of the playoffs, Lazard looks to be in a good spot physically, and he should enter the weekend minus a designation for Saturday's divisional-round game versus the Rams.
Published: Wed, Jan 13 at 3:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited at Tuesday's practice
Lazard (core/wrist) was listed as limited on Tuesday's practice report.
Analysis: With a week to rest up since the end of the regular season, Lazard continues to be hindered by a pair of injuries. He's still not quite 100 percent recovered from Oct. 1 core muscle surgery, while his wrist issue cropped up over the final two weeks of the campaign. The Packers have yet to unleash him since he returned Week 11 from a stint in IR, resulting in 20 catches (on 29 targets) for 197 yards and one touchdown over the last seven contests.
Published: Tue, Jan 12 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in finale
Lazard was targeted four times and caught two passes for 17 yards in Sunday's victory over the Bears.
Analysis: Lazard got off to a hot start in 2020, tallying 254 receiving yards and two scores over his first three games of the season. However, a core injury suffered Week 3 cost him the next six games, and he was not the same afterward, putting up just 197 yards and one touchdown over the last seven weeks. While Lazard is not producing much, he's spending plenty of time on the field, as he finished second among Packers skill players in offensive snaps in both Weeks 16 and 17.
Published: Mon, Jan 4 at 9:39am by Rotowire.com
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Active for Week 17
Lazard (core/wrist) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Bears, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
Analysis: Limited practice reps have been the norm since Lazard returned from injured reserve earlier this season, but he hasn't missed a game since Week 11. Though he seems to be in a decent spot health-wise, Lazard has yet to re-establish the form he displayed Weeks 1 through 3, when he accrued 13 receptions for 254 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Published: Fri, Jan 1 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Another limited session
Lazard (core/wrist) was limited at Thursday's practice.
Analysis: Since he returned to the lineup Week 11 following a six-game absence due to core muscle surgery, Lazard has had his practice reps capped. In six contests in the interim, he's only reached 50 receiving yards twice and scored one touchdown on 25 targets. Lazard likely will be available again Sunday at Chicago, but he has yet to show his early season strides from before the procedure.
Published: Thu, Dec 31 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited at practice
Lazard (core/wrist) practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday.
Analysis: For a second straight week, Lazard's practice reps are capped due to his core and wrist injuries. That said, he handled 62 percent of the offensive snaps this past Sunday against the Titans, but his output (two catches for 14 yards on two targets) was lacking. Lazard will aim to brush aside his injuries in order to serve as the Packers' No. 2 wide receiver again this weekend in Chicago.
Published: Wed, Dec 30 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Lowest yardage total of season
Lazard caught both his targets for 14 yards in Sunday's victory over the Titans.
Analysis: Lazard was on the field for just 62 percent of the plays the Packers' offense ran Sunday, but he essentially handled a full workload, as the 41 snaps he saw were just six fewer than any other skill player on the roster. While he spent plenty of time on the field, he was not very involved as a receiver, and his 14 yards were his fewest in a game this season. Lazard will close out the regular season against the Bears, a team that has allowed opposing wideouts to find the end zone 11 times over…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 6:57am by Rotowire.com
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Good to go
Lazard (core/wrist) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against Tennessee, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: A limited practice participant throughout the week, Lazard never appeared in serious danger of missing Sunday's game. He's averaged just 33.2 yards in five games since returning from injured reserve, but he did catch five of six targets for 56 yards last week, with a 77-percent snap share being his largest since Week 3. Lazard also gets a nice matchup this week, facing a Tennessee defense that's given up the fourth-most fantasy points to wide receivers.
Published: Fri, Dec 25 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Puts in limited practice
Lazard (core/wrist) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: The Packers have capped Lazard's reps in both of their first two practices of Week 16, but head coach Matt LaFleur hasn't expressed any concern about the receiver's chances of playing Sunday against the Titans. Assuming Lazard is cleared to suit up this weekend, he'll be looking to build on a strong showing in the Packers' win over the Panthers in Week 15. He handled his biggest snap share (77 percent) since Week 3 in that contest, finishing the day with five receptions for 56 yards on six…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 24 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Puts in limited showing
Lazard (core/wrist) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: For the first time since he was activated from injured reserve Week 11, Lazard logged at least 75 percent of the offensive snaps -- 77, to be precise -- in Green Bay's Week 15 win over the Panthers. In the first four games after he was cleared to play following his Oct. 1 core-muscle surgery, Lazard ranged between 46 to 69 percent offensive snap shares. After picking up more work against the Panthers, Lazard is now dealing with a wrist issue along with the core injury that has been attached to…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 23 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Claims more targets
Lazard recorded five receptions on six targets for 56 yards in Week 15 against the Panthers.
Analysis: Lazard matched his best target total since returning from a core injury in Week 11. His performance was made impressive by the fact that he finished second on the team in targets while also leading the team in receiving yards. Even after recording receptions of 22, 14 and 12 yards, Lazard's performance was blemished by a drop at the end of the first half that cost the Packers the opportunity to add to their lead. Nevertheless, it was a positive performance for Lazard, and he could be in line…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 19 at 9:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready for Saturday
Lazard (core) doesn't have a designation for Saturday's contest against the Panthers, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: Despite being limited in practice all week, Lazard is ready to roll for a fifth straight game since his lengthy stint on injured reserve due to Oct. 1 core muscle surgery. The Packers have yet to fully unleash Lazard since the procedure, and if his activity level on the field this week is any indication, he may be slated for his usual handful of targets Saturday.
Published: Thu, Dec 17 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Another limited practice
Lazard (core) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: The Packers have restricted Lazard's workload both in games and during practices since he returned from injured reserve Week 11. There's not yet any reason to worry about Lazard's status for Saturday's home game against the Panthers, but as long as he's played below 70 percent of offensive snaps, he'll be difficult to bank on for meaningful fantasy production.
Published: Wed, Dec 16 at 12:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets limited tag again
Lazard (core) is listed as limited on Tuesday's estimated practice report.
Analysis: Lazard has yet to be fully unleashed since he returned from injured reserve, playing between 60 and 69 percent of the snaps on offense in three of four games (in the fourth, it was 46 percent). The results (a 11-110-1 line on 17 targets) haven't approached the early season-form -- 13-254-2 on the same number of targets Weeks 1 through 3 -- he displayed prior to core muscle surgery. It's unclear when the Packers will allow him to log 85-90 percent of those plays again, but when he does he could…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 15 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Workload remains limited
Lazard was targeted three times and caught two passes for 19 yards in Sunday's victory over the Lions.
Analysis: The Packers have limited Lazard's workload since he returned from an abdominal injury, and that continued Sunday, as he played fewer than 70 percent of the snaps for the fourth game in a row. He will next face a Panthers team that's allowed 10 receiving touchdowns over its last five games, but if Lazard remains limited he will not be able to take full advantage. If you are considering using the wideout in Week 15, be sure to keep tabs on his participation in practice in the coming days. If he…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 14 at 7:37am by Rotowire.com
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Ready for Sunday
Lazard (abdomen) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Lions, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Packers have monitored Lazard's practice reps ever since he came back from core muscle surgery for Week 11. He played 60, 46 and 69 percent of snaps the past three games, catching nine of 14 targets for 91 yards and a touchdown. That's a far cry from what Lazard did earlier this year, but he could get a kickstart from his Week 14 matchup with the feeble Detroit defense. Lazard put up 3-45-0 on five targets when he faced the Lions back in Week 2.
Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Puts in limited practice
Lazard (core) practiced on a limited basis Thursday.
Analysis: The Packers continue to place a cap on Lazard's practice reps as he puts Oct. 1 core muscle surgery further in the rear-view mirror. During his most recent three-game run, he earned his highest offensive snap share (69 percent) since he returned, resulting in three catches (on four targets) for 50 yards. Look for Lazard to ditch his designation for a third straight week when Green Bay releases its final injury report Friday.
Published: Thu, Dec 10 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited showing Wednesday
Lazard (core) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.
Analysis: Since his return Week 11 following a six-game absence, Lazard slowly but surely has improved his effectiveness within the Packers offense. Last Sunday against the Eagles, he turned four targets into three receptions for 50 yards while logging 69 percent of the Packers' offensive snaps. Prior to undergoing core-muscle surgery Oct. 1, Lazard earned 87 percent of the snaps on offense, so he may be on the cusp of being a valid No. 2 option behind Davante Adams in Green Bay's passing game.
Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 3:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Takes step forward
Lazard was targeted four times and caught three passes for 50 yards in Sunday's victory over the Eagles.
Analysis: Lazard has been eased back into action after missing six weeks with a core injury, but he took a step forward in Week 13, as the 50 yards he racked up and the 42 snaps he played were both the most he has recorded since he went down in Week 3. Lazard's modest recent output will give pause to those considering him in playoff lineups, but he will have a chance to do even more in Week 14, as the Packers will face a Lions team that, on a per-game basis, has allowed the second-most yards and…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 6:07am by Rotowire.com
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Ready for Week 13
Lazard (core) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game versus the Eagles.
Analysis: The Packers capped Lazard's practice reps all week, the residual effect of his Oct. 1 core muscle surgery. In two outings since he returned, his stat lines have been modest, as he's combined for six catches, 41 yards and one touchdown on 10 targets. Still, Lazard ostensibly is the No. 2 wide receiver in the Packers' top-ranked scoring offense (31.7 points per game).
Published: Fri, Dec 4 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited again Thursday
Lazard (core) was limited at practice Thursday.
Analysis: Lazard has been quelled since recovering from core muscle surgery, totaling six catches (on 10 targets) for 41 yards and one touchdown over the last two games. His cause wasn't helped when he took a huge hit this past Sunday against the Bears, but he continues to be listed with 'core' on the injury report. Look for Lazard's status to receive some clarity once the Packers wrap up their week of practice.
Published: Thu, Dec 3 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice
Lazard (core) practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Lazard took a big hit in Sunday's win over the Bears, resulting in him heading to the sideline for a bit. He ended up returning, though, and played 46 percent of the snaps on offense en route to four catches (on six targets) for 23 yards and one touchdown. Lazard has two more opportunities to elevate to full activity in practice before the Packers potentially give him a designation for Sunday's game against the Eagles.
Published: Wed, Dec 2 at 2:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffers injury scare in win
Lazard (core) briefly left Sunday's contest against the Bears after absorbing a huge hit to his chest. The wideout was able to return to the field and finished with four receptions (six targets) for 23 yards and a touchdown in the 41-25 win.
Analysis: Lazard had just returned from a lengthy layoff due to a core injury, and the wideout suffered a serious scare in the third quarter of Sunday's contest when he was leveled with a legal hit. The wideout was observed by the medical staff but was ultimately cleared to return to action. Lazard had already scored earlier in the contest, and his services weren't required much upon his return with the result settled well before the final whistle. It wouldn't be surprising to see Lazard pop up on the…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 10:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to play Sunday
Lazard (core) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's contest against the Bears, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: There remain question marks in Green Bay's receiving corps, but both Davante Adams (ankle) and Lazard were cleared to suit up for this Week 12 NFC North matchup. Meanwhile, Marquez Valdes-Scantling (Achilles) and Equanimeous St. Brown (knee) are listed as questionable, setting the stage for Lazard to earn a snap share (87 percent) similar to the first three games of the season before his core muscle surgery.
Published: Fri, Nov 27 at 1:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Another limited practice
Lazard (core) was limited at Thursday's practice, Olivia Reiner of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Lazard maintained his activity level for a second consecutive session and was joined by fellow limited participants Marquez Valdes-Scantling (Achilles) and Equanimeous St. Brown (knee). Meanwhile, Davante Adams (ankle) didn't practice at all. As a result, the Packers' receiving corps will be one to monitor closely to get a sense of the eventual pecking order for Sunday's contest against the Bears.
Published: Thu, Nov 26 at 12:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Still limited at practice
Lazard (core) was limited in practice Wednesday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: In his first game action since Week 3 this past Sunday at Indianapolis, Lazard played 60 percent of the offensive snaps on his way to two receptions (on four targets) for 18 yards. The workload and output were a far cry from the first three contests of the season, when he played 87 percent of the offensive snaps and compiled a 13-254-2 line on 17 targets. Clearly, Lazard isn't 100 percent, but he still has two more opportunities to elevate to full activity by the end of the week.
Published: Wed, Nov 25 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Snap count limited in return
Lazard was targeted four times and caught two passes for 18 yards in Sunday's loss to the Colts.
Analysis: Lazard was not expected to handle a full workload Sunday, and that indeed was the case, as he was on the field for a season-low 60 percent of the plays run by the Packers offense. He played 88 percent of the available snaps over the three games he appeared in before going down with a core muscle injury, so his playing time figures to pick up moving forward. Whether his production follows remains to be seen, but there's ample reason for optimism, as Lazard's averages of 18.1 YPC and 13.0 YPT --…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 23 at 9:32am by Rotowire.com
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Returning to action Sunday
Lazard (core) is active for Sunday's game at Indianapolis.
Analysis: Making his long-awaited return to action, Lazard will log his first snaps since undergoing core-muscle surgery Oct. 1. His workload will be of interest, especially after Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported that Lazard will be on a "pitch count." Prior to his six-game absence, Lazard played at least 84 percent of the offensive snaps Weeks 1 through 3 en route to 13 catches (on 17 targets) for 254 yards and two touchdowns.
Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 12:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Return to lineup expected
Lazard (abdomen), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts, is expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Final word on his Week 11 status will arrive when Green Bay's inactives are reported prior to the game's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff. Per Rapoport, Lazard, who has missed Green Bay's past six games while recovering from core-muscle surgery, will likely be on a "pitch count," as the Packers look to ease the wideout back into the mix. In the three games he played prior to being sidelined, Lazard caught 13 passes (on 17 targets) for 254 yards and two touchdowns.
Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 4:52am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Week 11
Lazard (abdomen) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Working his way back from core muscle surgery, Lazard was a limited participant in every practice this week. He hasn't played since Week 3, so he could be eased back in with a limited role once he's ready to play. A final decision may not come until Sunday when the Packers release their inactive list approximately 90 minutes before the 4:25 ET kickoff.
Published: Fri, Nov 20 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Another limited practice
Lazard (core) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
Analysis: Lazard maintained his activity level for a second straight session as he works his way back from Oct. 1 core-muscle surgery. Clearly, there's some question about whether he'll be able to make his first appearance since Week 3 on Sunday at Indianapolis, but his status may be cleared up on Friday's injury report. With Davante Adams (ankle) downgrading from limited Wednesday to no reps at all Thursday, the Packers' receiving corps is in some flux at the moment.
Published: Thu, Nov 19 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Manages limited practice Wednesday
Lazard (core) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Although the Packers activated Lazard from injured reserve Tuesday, he still seems to be easing back to full speed as he approaches his first game action since Week 3. If his conditioning hasn't returned by Sunday's game at Indianapolis, Lazard could take a back seat in the passing game to both Davante Adams (ankle) and Marquez Valdes-Scantling. In any case, Lazard's situation will continue to be monitored closely as the week proceeds.
Published: Wed, Nov 18 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Back on active roster
The Packers activated Lazard (core) from injured reserve Tuesday.
Analysis: The Packers opened Lazard's 21-day practice window Oct. 28, so they had until Wednesday to bring him back to the active roster. After nearly three weeks of practice to prove he's recovered from Oct. 1 core-muscle surgery, he's been cleared to return and should vie with the surging Marquez Valdes-Scantling right away for No. 2 WR looks behind Davante Adams. Prior to the aforementioned procedure, Lazard totaled 13 catches (on 17 targets) for 254 yards and two touchdowns through three games.
Published: Tue, Nov 17 at 1:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Should be activated Wednesday
Coach Matt LaFleur said the Packers will wait until Wednesday's deadline to decide whether to activated Lazard (abdomen) from IR but added that "it's probably promising," Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Lazard officially resumed practicing Oct. 28, so Green Bay's 21-day window for evaluation will come to a close Wednesday. If the team doesn't activate Lazard by then he'll revert to season-ending IR, but it sounds as though LaFleur anticipates getting the 24-year-old wideout back. Once back to full health Lazard stands to reclaim a starting role in Green Bay's receiving corps, but in the short term he may be eased back into action.
Published: Mon, Nov 16 at 2:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Not ready to play yet
Lazard (abdomen) was not activated off injured reserve Saturday and thus will not be able to play Week 10, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Lazard wasn't seen at practice Friday, which seemed to indicate the Packers wouldn't be activating the talented wideout ahead of the team's Week 10 tilt. Expect another dose of Marquez Valdes-Scantling operating as the No. 2 option with Equanimeous St. Brown (knee), Malik Taylor and Darrius Shepherd providing additional depth at the position. It's worth noting the team seems to feel confident Lazard will be ready for Week 11, which would mark his first start since late September.
Published: Sat, Nov 14 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Could be activated Saturday
Coach Matt LaFleur referred to Lazard (abdomen) as a game-time decision, though the Packers would need to remove the wideout from injured reserve Saturday in order to have him available for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Packers could move Lazard to the active roster and then place him on the gameday inactive list, but it wouldn't be ideal from a strategic standpoint. In all likelihood, they'll make a decision on his Week 10 status by Saturday, at which point Lazard will either stay on IR or be activated. If he does end up playing, it could knock Marquez Valdes-Scantling down to the No. 3 WR role, though not necessarily right out of the gate. It sounds like Lazard should be back for Week 11 even if he…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 13 at 11:56am by Rotowire.com
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Not seen at practice
Lazard (abdomen) isn't practicing Friday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: This is the first practice Lazard has missed since Oct. 28, which was the start of his three-week window to be activated from injured reserve. The Friday absence suggests he may not be back until Week 11, though coach Matt LaFleur said Monday that Lazard should have a shot to return for Sunday's game against Jacksonville. Now that it isn't looking so good, Marquez Valdes-Scantling likely will handle the No. 2 WR role for at least one more game.
Published: Fri, Nov 13 at 10:22am by Rotowire.com
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Chance for Week 10 return
Coach Matt LaFleur said Monday that it's possible Lazard (abdomen) will play against the Jaguars on Sunday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Packers could wait until Week 11 to officially bring Lazard back from IR, due to the length of his 21-day practice window, but LaFleur said he intends to activate the wideout "as soon as [he's] ready to go." The 23-year-old hasn't played since Week 3 while recovering from core-muscle surgery. Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Equanimeous St. Brown (knee) will continue to serve as the top options being Devante Adams if Lazard has to miss any more time.
Published: Thu, Nov 12 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Week 9
The Packers don't plan to activate Lazard (core-muscle surgery) ahead of Thursday's game against the 49ers, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Though Lazard resumed practicing a little over a week ago and made the trip to San Francisco, the Packers apparently want the wideout to put in some more on-field work before signing off on his return to game action. With Lazard sidelined for a fifth straight game, the Packers will turn to Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Equanimeous St. Brown as their primary options at receiver beyond top target Davante Adams.
Published: Thu, Nov 5 at 1:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes trip to San Francisco
Lazard (core) joined the Packers for their flight to San Francisco ahead of Thursday's game against the 49ers, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Lazard underwent core-muscle surgery Oct. 1, and the Packers placed him on injured reserve not long after. The team opened his 21-day window to return to the active roster last Wednesday, and after putting in a week's worth of reps, he may be ready to give the Green Bay passing game a boost. Of course, the Packers will need to activate Lazard by 4 p.m. ET on Thursday for him to rejoin his teammates. Prior to his surgery, Lazard piled up 13 catches (on 17 targets) for 254 yards and two…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 4 at 5:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Inching closer to return
Coach Matt LaFleur said Lazard (core) is drawing closer to a return to action, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports. "He wants to be out there in the worst way, and he wishes he was out there yesterday," LaFleur noted. "But we're going to take our time and be smart with him."
Analysis: Lazard has completed one week of his 21-day window for the Packers to evaluate and eventually clear him for a return to the active roster. He's also only a little more than a month removed from core muscle surgery Oct. 1, so he may be hard-pressed to sway the training staff ahead of Thursday's contest at San Francisco and with Green Bay's next game not coming until Sunday, Nov. 15 against the Jaguars. Until he rejoins the Packers receiving corps, Davante Adams will lead a group that also…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 3 at 4:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Not playing Sunday
Lazard (core) was not activated ahead of Sunday's game and thus will not be eligible to play this week against the Vikings, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: There was some hope Lazard could make a return to the field after missing the past three games following core muscle surgery, but the ever-patient Packers will opt to wait another week before bringing back their wide receiver. Look for Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Malik Taylor, Darrius Shepherd and Equanimeous St. Brown to fill in the gaps behind No. 1 wideout and frequent target Davante Adams.
Published: Sat, Oct 31 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Practices again, could play
Lazard (core) practiced again Friday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Packers designated Lazard to return from injured reserve earlier this week, and they'll now need to place him on the active roster by Saturday afternoon in order to have him eligible for Sunday's game against the Vikings. A third consecutive day of practice participation suggests Lazard has a shot to play, perhaps even reclaiming his starting spot across from Davante Adams. Fellow wideout Marquez Valdes-Scantling hasn't done much in Lazard's absence, averaging 2.3 catches for 25.7 yards on…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 30 at 4:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs reps at padded practice
Lazard (core) participated in Thursday's padded practice, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.
Analysis: One day removed from the Packers opening his 21-day window to be activated from IR, Lazard took part in individual drills. He underwent core muscle surgery on Oct. 1, after which he was given a recovery timetable of "a month or a little bit more," per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Considering the Packers next play Sunday, Nov. 1 against the Vikings, Lazard seemingly has a chance to return this weekend. Still, Green Bay has been cautious with other key skill-position players (Davante Adams and…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 29 at 11:39am by Rotowire.com
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Officially back at practice
Lazard (abdomen) returned to practice Wednesday, opening a 21-day window for the receiver to be activated from injured reserve, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: Since he's already missed three games after having core-muscle surgery in early October, Lazard is eligible to return from IR, but the Packers have yet to decide if he'll be fit to play Sunday against the Vikings. The Packers have taken cautious approaches this season with key players working through injuries in Davante Adams and Aaron Jones, and Lazard may fall in the same category as Green Bay's clear No. 2 wideout. If he's unable to play Sunday, Lazard would stand a good chance to play Week…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 28 at 3:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Nearing return to practice
Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said Wednesday that Lazard (abdomen) will return to practice this week, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Green Bay hasn't officially designated Lazard to return from injured reserve, but LaFleur's comments suggest that could happen at some point between Wednesday and Friday. Since he's already missed three games since being placed on IR earlier this month after undergoing core-muscle surgery, Lazard is eligible to be added to the 53-man roster at any point. If Lazard responds well to his return to practice, he could attempt to give it a go Sunday against the Vikings, but a Week 9 appearance…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 28 at 10:56am by Rotowire.com
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Makes appearance on side
Lazard (abdomen) went through a pre-practice stretch with the Packers' rehab group during Wednesday's practice, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: Lazard can't officially rejoin the Packers for practice since he isn't yet eligible to return from injured reserve, but his involvement with the rehab group is at least a tangible sign of progress for the wideout. He was initially projected to miss about a month after undergoing core-muscle surgery earlier in October, so Lazard could have an outside shot at being ready to play as soon as Week 9, when Green Bay travels to San Francisco for a Thursday night game.
Published: Wed, Oct 21 at 3:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely out at least one month
Lazard (abdomen) is expected to miss "a month or a little bit more" after undergoing core-muscle surgery this week, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The Packers aren't putting a firm timeline on Lazard's return from surgery, but after being placed on injured reserve Saturday, he was already due to miss Monday's game against the Falcons in addition to the team's subsequent two contests after a Week 5 bye. While Lazard is sidelined, added reps at receiver should be available for Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Darrius Shepherd and Malik Taylor. All three could be in store for starting roles Monday if top option Davante Adams (hamstring) -- who is…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 11:22am by Rotowire.com
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Moves to IR
Lazard (core) was moved to injured reserve Saturday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
Analysis: This is hardly surprising considering Lazard just had surgery to repair a core muscle injury he suffered during the week. Darrius Shepherd and Malik Taylor lead an unassuming group of pass catchers behind top options Davante Adams (hamstring) and Marquez Valdes-Scantling, though the likes of Robert Tonyan and Jace Sternberger could also see a step up in targets with Lazard out for some time.
Published: Sat, Oct 3 at 2:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Has surgery, out indefinitely
Lazard is out indefinitely after undergoing core muscle surgery this week, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: This is a rough development for Lazard following a 146-yard, one-TD performance as the Packers' No. 1 wide receiver Sunday against the Saints. There's no telling when he'll return to full health, but for the time being Green Bay's offense will be without one of its key skill-position players. Top WR Davante Adams' health also is in question as he tends to a hamstring injury, leaving Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Darrius Shepherd and Malik Taylor as the wide receivers currently available to Aaron…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 1 at 4:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Surgery may be on tap
Lazard will have scans of his core muscle injury examined by specialist Dr. William Meyers to determine if he requires surgery, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Coming off the best performance of his career Sunday at New Orleans -- a 6-146-1 line on eight targets -- Lazard could be in line for an absence if a procedure is recommended. Thus, the Packers will play the waiting game in the short term, while top wide receiver Davante Adams continues to work his way back from a hamstring injury. Beyond Adams and Lazard, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Darrius Shepherd and Malik Taylor compose Green Bay's group of wideouts.
Published: Thu, Oct 1 at 3:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with core muscle injury
Lazard was held out of practice Thursday due to a core muscle injury.
Analysis: Working as the Packers' No. 1 receiver this past Sunday at New Orleans, Lazard burst onto the scene with six catches (on eight targets) for 146 yards and one touchdown. Just a few days later, though, he's tending to a health concern of unknown severity. Considering the nature of the injury, Lazard could be in line for an absence Monday versus the Falcons. Elsewhere in the receiving corps, Davante Adams (hamstring) returned to practice Thursday as a limited participant, but he also noted he…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 1 at 2:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Thursday
Lazard (undisclosed) didn't participate in the portion of Thursday's practice open to the media, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: With Davante Adams (hamstring) out of the lineup this past Sunday, Lazard served as the Packers' No. 1 wide receiver and torched the Saints to the tune of six catches (on eight targets) for 146 yards and one touchdown. Until his apparent absence Thursday, there was no indication Lazard was tending to an injury. Meanwhile, Adams was back on the field Thursday, so Green Bay's WR situation will be one to monitor as the week goes on.
Published: Thu, Oct 1 at 11:51am by Rotowire.com
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Breaks out on SNF
Lazard had six receptions (eight targets) for 146 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 37-30 win over New Orleans.
Analysis: Lazard assumed the role of Aaron Rodgers' favorite target with Davante Adams (hamstring) missing the contest. The 24-year-old came through with flying colors, setting new career highs in receptions (six) and yards (146). It's unclear whether Adams will be able to return for next Monday's matchup against the Falcons, but Lazard had already secured the No. 2 wideout role in Green Bay, making him a strong fantasy play against a porous Falcons secondary even if the former is a go.
Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 11:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Three catches in blowout win
Lazard caught three of five targets for 45 yards in Sunday's 42-21 win over Detroit.
Analysis: Once again, Lazard was slightly outplayed by Marquez Valdes-Scantling, who had three catches for 64 yards on seven targets. Both wide receivers could take on more prominent roles against the Saints in Week 3, as No. 1 wideout Davante Adams left Sunday's game in the third quarter with a hamstring injury.
Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Solid start as No. 2 wideout
Lazard secured all four of his targets for 64 yards and a touchdown in the Packers' 43-34 win over the Vikings on Sunday. He also rushed once for 19 yards.
Analysis: Lazard secured the No. 2 receiver job this summer over fellow incumbent Marquez Valdes-Scantling, and although both receivers enjoyed strong days Sunday, the former did nothing to lose his grip on his role with his performance. Lazard's scoring grab came from four yards out with 10:02 remaining and essentially put the game out of reach by extending what had been a 29-18 lead. With a solid season-opening effort under his belt, Lazard will presumably head into a Week 2 NFC North home battle…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 2:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Settling in No. 2 WR role
Lazard enters training camp as the No. 2 wide receiver in Green Bay, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The Packers presumably intended for Lazard to compete with offseason signing Devin Funchess, who is opting out of the 2020 campaign. They could still add another body before Week 1, but the current depth chart shows Lazard competing with the likes of Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Equanimeous St. Brown and Jake Kumerow, i.e., the same group of guys he outclassed last season. It helps that Lazard seems to have the confidence of Aaron Rodgers, who earlier this offseason referred to the 24-year-old…read more
Published: Mon, Aug 10 at 8:51am by Rotowire.com
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Earns Rodgers' confidence
Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers recently referred to Lazard as "an ascending player" and a great teammate, ESPN.com's Rob Demovsky reports.
Analysis: Famously fickle with his pass catchers, Rodgers seems to have taken a liking to Lazard, a 2018 UDFA who latched on with the Packers at the end of his rookie season and then caught 35 passes in 2019 (all after Week 5). He was quiet in the playoffs with only four targets and 36 receiving yards in three games, but prior to that, Lazard averaged 3.2 catches for 43.4 yards on 4.7 targets over the final 11 weeks of the regular season. He's well-positioned to retain a major role in 2020, considering…read more
Published: Tue, May 19 at 7:50am by Rotowire.com
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Inks deal with Packers
Lazard signed his exclusive rights tender with the Packers on Monday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: After receiving the tender in March, Lazard couldn't go anywhere else, and following the NFL Draft, he remains the No. 2 wide receiver in the Green Bay offense. Beyond Davante Adams, there's a void waiting to be filled in the passing attack, and Lazard has a rapport with Aaron Rodgers, having accrued 34 catches (on 51 targets) for 470 yards and three touchdowns from the QB in 16 games last season.
Published: Mon, Apr 27 at 4:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Receives ERFA tender
The Packers have tendered Lazard, an exclusive rights free agent, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.
Analysis: Lazard was used sparingly before No. 1 wideout Davante Adams suffered a turf toe injury Week 4, at which point the remaining members of the receiving corps underwhelmed. From Week 6 through the NFC Championship Game, Lazard played at least 50 percent of the offensive snaps in nine of 13 appearances en route to a 38-513-3 line on 56 targets. He seemingly has a starting job locked up for the 2020 campaign, but a lot depends on offseason moves (particularly the 2020 NFL Draft) and a potential leap…read more
Published: Tue, Mar 17 at 10:38am by Rotowire.com
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Three grabs to close season
Lazard brought in three of four targets for 36 yards during the Packers' 37-20 loss to the 49ers in Sunday's NFC Championship Game.
Analysis: Lazard finished third on the team in receptions, receiving yards and targets for the night, turning in a serviceable but unremarkable performance to close out his second season. The speedster enjoyed a solid sophomore campaign, generating a 35-477-3 line in part-time duty and arguably ascending to the No. 2 spot in the pass-catching pecking order behind Davante Adams by season's end. Lazard saw 17 targets over the last two regular-season-games, and although the four looks he logged Sunday was a…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 19 at 11:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready for Sunday
Lazard (ankle) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's NFC Championship Game at San Francisco, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: Lazard has been dealing with an ankle issue since Week 17, causing the Packers to place a cap on his practice reps. As evidence, he logged limited sessions Wednesday and Thursday before finishing the week with a 'full' tag. While he had a five-yard rush and otherwise wasn't targeted last Sunday against the Seahawks, Lazard's target share in the final 11 contests of the regular season amounted to 4.7 per game.
Published: Fri, Jan 17 at 2:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Another limited practice
Lazard (ankle) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday.
Analysis: With back-to-back capped sessions this week, Lazard seems to be operating under a maintenance plan to ensure he's ready for the NFC Championship Game at San Francisco. Friday's injury report may have the final word on his upcoming availability.
Published: Thu, Jan 16 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited Wednesday
Lazard (ankle) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.
Analysis: During the media-access part of the session, Lazard was spotted off to the side riding a stationary bike, but his activity level indicates he got in some reps on the field. Still, the Packers went about the day without helmets and pads, so his workload Thursday and Friday will be telling for his status for Sunday's NFC Championship Game in San Francisco. Before being limited to 31 percent of the offensive snaps in last week's win over the Seahawks, Lazard had played at least 55 percent in six…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 15 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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No activity Wednesday
Lazard (ankle) didn't participate during the portion of Wednesday's practice open to the media, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Lazard missed some time in Sunday's divisional-round win over the Seahawks when teammate Aaron Jones fell on his legs. An ankle injury was cited at the time, which followed a week of practice in which Lazard was a full participant despite an ankle issue. The injury may be a residual effect from the regular season, but there doesn't seem to be any worry about his availability for this weekend's NFC Championship Game at San Francisco. Ultimately, Lazard's activity level to kick off this week will…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 15 at 11:17am by Rotowire.com
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Limited in divisional-round victory
Lazard was not targeted but had one carry for five yards in Sunday's divisional-round win over the Seahawks.
Analysis: An ankle injury suffered in the second quarter limited Lazard's opportunities to make an impact, and he finished with just 20 snaps. Lazard was spotted on the sideline after suffering the injury and, according to Lily Zhao of WFRV, was walking without a limp after the game, so he should be good to go for next weekend's NFC Championship Game.
Published: Mon, Jan 13 at 9:55am by Rotowire.com
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Back on sideline
Lazard was back on the sideline with his helmet on to start the second half of Sunday's divisional-round clash with the Seahawks, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Lazard had to go to the locker room with an ankle injury in the first half, but it looks like he'll be available for the second half.
Published: Sun, Jan 12 at 5:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Hurts ankle against Seattle
Lazard went to the locker room with an ankle injury in the second quarter of Sunday's divisional-round clash with the Seahawks.
Analysis: Lazard's return is considered questionable. He got injured after running back Aaron Jones fell into his legs. Lazard was able to jog on his way to the locker room, which is encouraging for his chances of returning.
Published: Sun, Jan 12 at 4:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies third touchdown
Lazard hauled in four of his eight targets for 69 yards and a touchdown in the team's Week 17 win over Detroit.
Analysis: Lazard provided a few key plays in the team's comeback victory, the biggest coming on a 28-yard leaping touchdown reception that tied the game at 20 late in the fourth quarter. After failing to command targets with a healthy receiving corps throughout the middle of the season, Lazard has emerged as a reliable target for Aaron Rodgers by combining to rack up 17 targets across the team's last two games. That sets him up to make a strong contribution in the team's playoff run, which will begin…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 4:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready for Sunday
Lazard (ankle) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Detroit, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Lazard was a limited practice participant Wednesday through Friday, with no hint of serious concern about his Week 17 status. He's emerged from the pack as Green Bay's No. 2 wide receiver, playing 78 and 75 percent of offensive snaps the past two games, including a career-high nine targets in last week's 23-10 win over Minnesota. The role does come with a degree of upside, but Davante Adams and Aaron Jones are still the only reliable sources of volume in the Packers offense.
Published: Fri, Dec 27 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as limited again
Lazard (ankle) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday.
Analysis: The Packers have yet to hold a true practice this week, instead releasing an estimated report Wednesday before going through a pair of walk-throughs Thursday. On a positive note, Lazard has logged some activity to date as he deals with an ankle issue. Assuming he ditches the injury when Friday's practice report is posted, he's a great bet to continue logging the second-most offensive snaps among Packers wide receivers behind Davante Adams.
Published: Thu, Dec 26 at 2:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Appears on Week 17 injury report
Lazard was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's estimated practice report with an ankle injury, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.
Analysis: The Packers didn't actually hold a practice for Christmas Day, but Lazard's appearance on the report suggests he's at least a little banged up coming out of Monday's 23-10 win over the Vikings, during which he nabbed five of nine targets for 45 yards. If Lazard is able to upgrade to full participation by Friday, he should enter Sunday's regular-season finale versus Detroit minus an injury designation.
Published: Wed, Dec 25 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Busy in Week 16 win
Lazard secured five of nine targets for 45 yards in the Packers' 23-10 win over the Vikings on Monday night.
Analysis: Lazard was a distant second in receptions, receiving yards and targets to Davante Adams, but the fact he saw a career-high nine looks was certainly encouraging. The second-year wideout has enjoyed a modest but steady role in the offense since Week 6, notching multiple receptions in eight of his last nine contests and even generating the first 100-yard effort of his career in Week 13 against the Giants. Lazard will look to remain similarly productive in a favorable matchup against the porous…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 8:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Works as clear No. 2 receiver
Lazard was targeted three times and caught two passes for 14 yards in Sunday's victory over the Bears.
Analysis: It was another quiet day for Lazard, who finished with fewer than 30 total yards for the fourth time in five games. Despite the lack of production, Lazard has been the Packers' second-best option at wide receiver of late, and his snap count finally backed that up in Week 15 as he played the second-most snaps among Packers receivers -- 14 more than No. 3 WR Geronimo Allison -- for the first time since Davante Adams returned to action in Week 9. With little doubt about his standing heading into…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 8:23am by Rotowire.com
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Minimal output in victory
Lazard was targeted three times and caught two passes for 19 yards in Sunday's victory over Washington.
Analysis: Lazard caught two passes in a three-play sequence late in the second quarter, but he was otherwise shut down a week after topping 100 yards and finding the end zone against the Giants. Outside of the big Week 13 showing, Lazard has not topped 44 yards in a game since Week 6 and still is playing only around half the offensive snaps each week. That will make him tough to trust Week 15, even against a Bears defense that has been below average against opposing wide receivers since Week 10.
Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 9:49am by Rotowire.com
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Burns Giants early
Lazard caught all three of his targets for 103 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 31-13 win over the Giants.
Analysis: The Packers obviously saw something they liked with Lazard's early matchups. The rookie made a diving 43-yard grab on the Packers' opening drive and then came back with a 37-yard touchdown on the team's second go-around for his first touchdown since Week 6. The big-bodied receiver now has five catches of 20 or more yards this season despite just 22 total receptions. Next up is a Washington defense that, despite some warts, has held opponents to just 10.9 yards per catch, ninth best in the…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 2:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Shut down in Week 12
Lazard caught one pass for seven yards and had one carry for 21 yards in Sunday's loss to the 49ers.
Analysis: Lazard's reception came on a pass from Tim Boyle after starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers had already been removed from the game, so on snaps that mattered, he was essentially limited to just the one long run. He will have a chance to bounce back Week 13 against a Giants secondary that is routinely beaten by opposing wide receivers, but he will be tough to trust, failing to top 44 yards or score a touchdown in any game since his Week 6 breakout performance.
Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 9:24am by Rotowire.com
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Seeing fewer snaps
Lazard was targeted six times and caught three passes for 27 yards in Sunday's victory over the Panthers.
Analysis: Lazard's six targets trailed only Davante Adams among Packers skill players, but he was unable to do much for fantasy players, finishing with his fewest yards in a game since bursting onto the scene in Week 7. Lazard has averaged just under five targets per game since that same Week 7 contest, but he has steadily lost playing time, as his snap-count percentage fell Sunday for the third straight game. Lazard and the Packers will be on bye in Week 11 before returning to action in Week 12 in a…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 8:54am by Rotowire.com
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Leading receiver in loss
Lazard caught three of four targets for a team-high 44 yards in Sunday's 26-11 loss to the Chargers.
Analysis: The Packers left their offense at home when they flew west, and Lazard's 17-yard grab in the fourth quarter ended up being the team's longest play from scrimmage. It was encouraging to see the second-year receiver maintain his usual volume even with Davante Adams back in the lineup, and Lazard may have done enough to establish himself as Aaron Rodgers' No. 2 WR going forward.
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 6:23pm by Rotowire.com
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