Packers Put OL Spriggs On Injured Reserve

The Green Bay Packers put offensive tackle Jason Spriggs on injured reserve with a chance to return after eight weeks. The second year pro came into the season as the top backup at right tackle, but he has not played since he strained a hamstring against Seattle September tenth. The roster move allowed the Packers to bring back veteran defensive lineman Ricky Jean Francois, who was cut last week so Green Bay could bolster its offensive line by promoting guard Adam Pankey from the practice squad. Starting right tackle Bryan Bulaga was a limited participant at practice on Thursday as he recovers from a bad ankle — and starting left tackle David Bahktiari missed practice for a second straight day. Also out were receiver Randall Cobb, corner Davon House, defensive tackle Mike Daniels, linebacker Jake Ryan, safety Kentrell Brice, and linebacker Nick Perry who needed surgery to fix a broken hand.