Packers vs. Bengals Inactives: Eddie Lacy Sits Out with Concussion

Heading into the weekend, the Packers' coaching staff spoke optimistically about Eddie Lacy's health as he recovered from a concussion. It shouldn't surprise too many, however, that the medical staff has decided to take the safe approach and leave him inactive against Cincinnati, allowing him two weeks to recovery with next week's bye.

Similarly unsurprising is John Kuhn's inactive status. Kuhn pulled his hamstring in last week's win over Washington. Combined with Lacy's absence, the Packers are left with only James Starks and Johnathan Franklin at running back. Expect Kuhn's blocking duties to be absorbed by the backup tight ends. As for tailback, it's possible that Randall Cobb sees more action in the backfield.

The full inactive list for Packers vs. Bengals is listed below:

Packers

• DL Josh Boyd
• S Morgan Burnett
• CB Jarrett Bush
• CB Casey Hayward
• FB John Kuhn
• RB Eddie Lacy
• G Lane Taylor

Bengals

• RB Rex Burkhead
• T Anthony Collins
• CB Brandon Ghee
• DE Margus Hunt
• CB Dre Kirkpatrick
• G Mike Pollak
• WR Ryan Whalen

Jason Hirschhorn covers the Green Bay Packers for Acme Packing Co. He has previously written for Lombardi Ave, College Hoops Net, LiveBall Sports, and the List Universe. He is also currently a senior writer for Beats Per Minute, an indie-music webzine. Follow him on Twitter: @JBHirschhorn