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The Green Bay Packers could be shorthanded in a major way Saturday night in Chicago, with three key starters now in doubt for their Week 16 matchup against the Bears. Offensive tackle Zach Tom (back/knee), safety Evan Williams (knee), and running back Josh Jacobs (knee/ankle) were all non-participants in practice throughout the week. Each player carries a questionable designation on the final injury report, but the outlook is pessimistic. ESPN’s Rob Demovsky indicated that he does not expect either Tom or Williams to play, while Jacobs is trending closer to doubtful, even if his status has not been officially downgraded. While none of this comes as a surprise given recent developments, it is far from ideal as the Packers prepare for yet another game with significant implications. Another Week, Another Wave of Injuries Of the three players, Jacobs appears to have the best chance of suiting up. Speaking Friday on the Chicago-based podcast Carmen and Jurko, Demovsky said the veteran running back will likely be a game-time decision. Jacobs has been dealing with knee issues since suffering the injury in Week 11 against the New York Giants. It is the latest in a long list of ailments the Packers’ locker-room leader and physical runner has battled through this season, often playing through pain to stay on the field. Williams, meanwhile, suffered an MCL sprain on the same play that Micah Parsons was injured during last Sunday’s game in Denver. His absence would be particularly damaging given his role as one of Green Bay’s most reliable run defenders in the secondary. Against a Bears team that leans heavily on its ground game, losing Williams could significantly impact the defensive game plan. Tom’s situation has been less sudden but equally frustrating. He has appeared on and off the injury report all season, a recurring issue that has made it difficult for the Packers to establish continuity along the offensive line. Missing him in a hostile road environment would only add to those challenges. How the Offense Might Adjust Interestingly, Jacobs’ potential absence may not be the most critical loss for this specific matchup. Backup running back Emanuel Wilson has shown he can handle a heavier workload. In his lone start this season — Week 12 against the Vikings — Wilson rushed for 107 yards and two touchdowns. However, his usage has been limited since then, with just nine carries for 27 yards over the past three games. One underrated area where Jacobs’ absence could be felt is in the passing game. As a dependable checkdown option, Jacobs ranks second on the team with 33 receptions. Losing that safety valve could subtly but meaningfully alter Green Bay’s offensive rhythm. As the Packers head into Chicago facing mounting injuries, uncertainty surrounds not just who will be available — but how effectively they can adapt in what continues to be their biggest test of the season.