A.J. DILLON NEWS

Spotted at Wednesday's practice Dillon (illness) participated in Wednesday's practice, indicating he could be activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list soon, John Doran of Fox 11 News Green Bay reports.

Impact Dillon has been away from the Packers' facility since testing positive for COVID-19 on Nov. 2. His presence at practice signals that he's since tested negative for the virus twice within 24 hours and is no longer experiencing symptoms. The rookie second-rounder is thus eligible to be activated, but the Packers may want Dillon to regain some conditioning before adding him to the 53-man roster. Once he's deemed ready to go, Dillon will slot in as the No. 3 running back behind Aaron Jones and Jamaal Williams.

DECEMBER 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Remains in COVID-19 protocol Coach Matt LaFleur said Wednesday that Dillon (illness) has returned to the Packers' facility but continues to work his way through the NFL's COVID-19 protocol, Tom Silverstein of...

Impact Dillon is more than three weeks removed from testing positive for the virus, missing three games as a result. There's no telling when he'll be cleared to resume regular activities, or when his conditioning will be enough to be considered for work out of the backfield. That said, LaFleur believes Dillon "can contribute a lot" once he does. Until then, Aaron Jones and Jamaal Williams will continue to get the bulk of the RB reps for Green Bay.

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

49ers close facility after Bourne's positive COVID-19 test

The San Francisco 49ers have shut down their facility after receiver Kendrick Bourne tested positive for the coronavirus but are still scheduled to play Green Bay on Thursday night...

NOVEMBER 4, 2020 • Associated Press

Packers face 49ers for 1st time since NFC title game loss

The Green Bay Packers and San Francisco meet for the first time since last season's NFC title game

NOVEMBER 4, 2020 • Associated Press

NFL expands sideline to provide more distancing

The NFL is expanding the sideline area to give teams more space to distance and mask usage is now mandatory before and after games and at halftime

NOVEMBER 3, 2020 • Associated Press

Matt LaFleur says it’s ‘full speed ahead’ for Thursday’s game at San Francisco despite AJ Dillon’s positive COVID-19 test AJ Dillon, who played 17 snaps during the Packers’ 28-22 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday at Lambeau Field, was officially placed on...

NOVEMBER 3, 2020 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

Monday's Sports in Brief

NOVEMBER 3, 2020 • Associated Press

Game on? For now, Matt LaFleur says it’s ‘full speed ahead’ for Thursday’s game at San Francisco despite AJ Dillon’s positive COVID-19 test Dillon, who played 17 snaps during the Packers’ 28-22 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday at Lambeau Field, was officially placed on the...

NOVEMBER 3, 2020 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

Packers confirm positive COVID-19 test, reports identify running back A.J. Dillon The morning after a brutal loss to the rival Vikings, the Packers got even more bad news Monday, with the team confirming a player had teste...

NOVEMBER 2, 2020 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

Marlon Humphrey, AJ Dillon among those who test positive for coronavirus after NFL Week 8 The Ravens, Cardinals and Packers each announced positive coronavirus cases.

NOVEMBER 2, 2020 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM

Packers: AJ Dillon tests positive for COVID-19, ruled out for Week 9 Packers running back AJ Dillon has tested positive for COVID-19. Green Bay Packers rookie running back AJ Dillon has tested positive for COV...

NOVEMBER 2, 2020 • LOMBARDIAVE.COM

How Marlon Humphrey, AJ Dillon played in Week 8 games despite positive COVID-19 tests The NFL's COVID-19 testing timeline allowed for Marlon Humphrey and AJ Dillon to play in Week 8 despite their Sunday PCR tests eventually re...

NOVEMBER 2, 2020 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Ravens' Humphrey says he has virus; Packers also have 1 case

Baltimore Ravens All-Pro cornerback Marlon Humphrey says he has tested positive for the coronavirus

NOVEMBER 2, 2020 • Associated Press

Report: Packers' AJ Dillon Tests Positive for COVID-19 Dillon played in the Packers' loss to the Vikings on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 2, 2020 • SI.COM

Tests positive for COVID-19 Dillon was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday after testing positive for the virus, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Impact Dillon won't be able to play Thursday against the 49ers. Aaron Jones (calf) may be available, but Jamaal Williams is the only running back that's currently healthy for Week 9. Dillon will have to clear the league's COVID-19 protocols before returning to team activities.

NOVEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Limited workload again Dillon carried the ball five times for 21 yards and caught his only target for 16 yards in Sunday's 28-22 loss to the Vikings.

Impact The 37 scrimmage yards were a career high for the rookie, but for the second straight game Dillon's touches were limited while working behind Jamaal Williams, even with Aaron Jones (calf) sidelined. If Jones is able to return to action in Week 9, Dillon's role could shrink even further.

NOVEMBER 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Only five touches Dillon carried the ball five times for 11 yards in Week 7 against the Texans.

Impact Dillon was expected to get greater opportunity in the absence of Aaron Jones (calf). However, he was out-touched by Jamaal Williams 24-5 and managed just 11 total yards. Given that Jones' absence is expected to be brief, it's likely that Dillon missed the opportunity to command a bigger workload in the offense, at least for the time being. He and the Packers will take on the Vikings in Week 8.

OCTOBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Increased workload likely Sunday Dillon is slated to serve as the Packers' No. 2 running back behind Jamaal Williams with Aaron Jones (calf) sidelined Sunday in Houston, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette re...

Impact So far this season, Jones has averaged 18.6 touches per game, leaving a significant workload up for grabs. Williams himself boasts 9.2 touches per game and has the most experience among those available out of the backfield, so he's the better bet to lead the unit. Still, the Packers invested a second-round pick in April's draft in Dillon, and he's responded with 13 carries for 65 yards through five contests. Look for Dillon at least to spell Williams and perhaps be featured on a handful of possessions Sunday, with practice squad callup Dexter Williams on hand to pick up the scraps.

OCTOBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Could handle expanded role Coach Matt LaFleur said he's confident Dillon can step up if Aaron Jones (calf) isn't able to play in Sunday's game against Houston, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentin...

Impact Jamaal Williams has seen far more work than Dillon this year, but it is possible the Packers could lean on the rookie as their lead ballcarrier, with Williams then handling more of the receiving work. Of course, we still need to see how things play out with Jones, who appears to be headed for a game-time decision ahead of Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. Williams would be the safer fantasy play in the event of a Jones absence, but Dillon would also offer some upside.

OCTOBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Averages 6.2 yards per carry Dillon carried five times for 31 yards in Sunday's 38-10 loss to the Buccaneers.

Impact Dillon averaged an impressive 6.2 yards per carry as Aaron Jones and Jamaal Williams both struggled, with the majority of his production coming on a 20-yard rumble in the fourth quarter. The rookie's impressive cameo nearly doubled his season rushing output and could earn him another look as a change-of-pace option in the coming weeks. Dillon will look to build off the best effort of his young career next Sunday against the Texans.

OCTOBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Continues playing bit role Dillon had one carry for three yards in Monday's victory over the Falcons.

Impact Dillon got a chance to run the ball after not taking even one carry in Week 3, but his role remained minimal, as he was on the field for just three plays on offense. It's possible the Packers could get him more involved coming out of their Week 5 bye, but with fellow backs Aaron Jones and Jamaal Williams both getting the job done there just aren't many snaps up for grabs.

OCTOBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

No action in Week 3 Dillon did not take the field for an offensive snap in Sunday's 37-30 victory over the Saints.

Impact Dillon had five carries late in a Week 2 blowout after recording two totes in his first game as a pro, but he did not get even one chance to run the ball Sunday with the Packers relying solely on their three veteran backs. He still has some long-term intrigue, but as things stand he's merely extra depth in the Packers backfield.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Gets five carries late Dillon had five carries for 17 yards in Sunday's victory over the Lions.

Impact Dillon did not take a snap on offense until late in Sunday's game, but the Packers gave him a chance to stretch his legs on their final couple drives and he ended up with three more carries than he totaled in Week 1. Dillon is a distant fourth among Packers running backs in snaps played through two weeks, but he has made the most of his opportunities, averaging a respectable 4.4 YPC on his first seven rushing attempts as a pro.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Two totes in pro debut Dillon had two carries for 14 yards in Sunday's victory over the Vikings.

Impact Dillon played only a bit role in Week 1, finishing fourth among Packers running backs with five snaps. However, he showed well on his limited opportunities, racking up six and eight yards on his two rushes. Dillon finds himself in a crowded backfield in Green Bay, but he was taken in the second round of April's draft, so look for the team to try and get him more involved as the season wears on.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Listed co-third on depth chart Dillon is listed third, along with Tyler Ervin, on the unofficial depth chart released by the Packers on Monday night.

Impact Dillon was drafted in the second round of April's draft, but it comes as little surprise that he does not occupy a prominent spot on the depth chart heading into Week 1, as both Aaron Jones and Jamaal Williams remain on the Packers' roster. Dillon is not likely to be much of a factor in the offense early on, but he is the most powerful of the team's four running backs, so he could be used in short-yardage situations. His role could certainly expand during the season as he gets more familiar with his surroundings, and at just shy of 250 pounds, Dillon will not be much fun to try and bring down when winter weather rolls around.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE