NFL notes: Packers’ Eddie Lacy returns to practice after concussion

Green Bay Packers running back Eddie Lacy has returned to practice a week after suffering a concussion during the season opener at Seattle.

Lacy was a full participant at practice Thursday. Green Bay is preparing for its home opener Sunday against the New York Jets.

Lacy was held to 34 yards on 12 carries against the tough Seahawks defense in last week’s 36-16 loss. He won the Offensive Rookie of the Year award last season after rushing for more than 1,100 yards and 11 touchdowns.

The bruising back in his second year out of Alabama also had a concussion last year that forced him to miss a game.

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