Packers slot CB Javon Bullard plans to play through injury vs. Vikings - Packers Wire
Green Bay Packers slot cornerback Javon Bullard missed practice on Wednesday and Thursday due to knee and ankle injuries suffered last week in New England, but the fiery defender is planning to play through the injuries on Sunday against Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings.
Bullard left no room for doubt: He's playing.
"Hell yeah, I ain't missing no game," Bullard said at his locker Thursday. "I ain't missing no game, man. I care about this team. I care about my brothers. I'm definitely going to play Sunday, for sure."
Bullard emerged as one of the NFL's best slot defenders to start the 2026 season, but he's since allowed a touchdown pass in four straight games. He gave up a touchdown pass to Drake Maye last week after returning to the game from injury. The next test is Cousins, who Bullard called a "savvy vet" and a quarterback who has a "great mind" and can make the "tough throws."
The importance of Sunday's game isn't lost on anyone in Green Bay. The Packers need a win over the 6-2 Vikings to keep advancing in a tough division race.
Bullard said the NFC North is the "best division in football" and it's going to "come down to the wire." All four teams in the division have at least six wins and are currently holding a spot in the NFC playoff field.
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