Patrick Taylor Fantasy

With injuries at the running back position, the Green Bay Packers re-signed James Robinson to the practice squad and signed Patrick Taylor off the New England Patriots' practice squad on Monday. Aaron Jones (knee) and rookie Emanuel Wilson (shoulder) were injured in the Week 11 win over the Los Angeles Chargers, and AJ Dillon (groin) is also on the initial Week 12 injury report. Dillon should be ready to play this Thursday on Thanksgiving against the Detroit Lions and would operate as Green Bay's lead back if Jones is unable to play. Along with Taylor and Robinson, the Packers also have rookie Ellis Merriweather on their practice squad.

Nov. 20th • 6:50 PM

Green Bay Packers running back Patrick Taylor saw an expanded role for the second straight week with Aaron Jones (hamstring) inactive in the 18-17 comeback win over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. Taylor, working as the backup to AJ Dillon, had three carries for six yards and caught three of his four targets for an additional 23 yards. The 25-year-old's line didn't open any eyes, but he was the clear backup over rookie Emanuel Wilson, who had two carries for six yards and caught his only target for a six-yard gain. It remains to be seen if Jones will be able to return on a short week this Thursday night against the division-rival Detroit Lions, but if he can't, Taylor could become a permanent fixture on the 53-man active roster the rest of the year.

Sep. 25th • 11:30 AM

Green Bay Packers running back Patrick Taylor has been released by the organization on Tuesday. This was an odd move considering Taylor was the third string back in Green Bay. Now, the Packers only have Aaron Jones and A.J. Dillon in their backfield. Possibly, the Packers decide to bring back Taylor after moving around other players. The 24-year-old had a minor role on the team last season. Taylor doesn't carry fantasy value, but the Packers should have at least three backs on their roster. However, Jones and Dillon are going to be doing a majority of the leg work.

Aug. 30th • 9:13 PM