Jordan Love is currently in the NFL concussion protocol after leaving the Packers’ Week 16 game against the Bears on December 20, 2025, and there is no confirmed public timetable yet for when he will be back. Recovery will depend on how quickly he clears each step of the league’s concussion protocol, which can range from a few days to multiple weeks.

What happened to Jordan Love?

  • Jordan Love took a helmet-to-helmet hit near the goal line against the Chicago Bears in Week 16 and was visibly shaken up on the field.
  • He was ruled out for the rest of the game with a concussion, and backup Malik Willis finished the game for Green Bay.

What the team has said

  • Reports after the game made clear that Love is in the concussion protocol, and the Packers indicated they would have more clarity later in the week about his status for the next game.
  • The coach has not publicly committed to him playing in the upcoming matchup, emphasizing the need to follow the protocol and evaluate him day by day.

When could he realistically be back?

  • NFL concussion protocol requires a step-by-step progression: symptom-free rest, light activity, non-contact practice, full practice, and then clearance by an independent neurologist before a player can return to games.
  • Some quarterbacks return the following week, but others need longer; given the timing (late season and playoff implications), the Packers will likely prioritize his long‑term health, so any “back by next game” expectation is speculative until official updates arrive.

What to watch for next

  • Official team injury reports and press conferences in the days before the next game will be the best indicators of whether Love is trending toward playing or sitting.
  • Beat reporters and national outlets will usually note when he advances to non‑contact or full practices, which is a strong sign he is nearing a return.

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