Packers' Aaron Rodgers: Will not play Thursday

The Packers will not play Rodgers (rest) in Thursday's matchup with the Raiders.

Analysis:

This will be the second consecutive preseason game missed for Rodgers. The move is unsurprising as head coach Mike McCarthy appeared to be leaning in this direction during the week. The Packers are clearly favoring Rodgers' health over the need for preseason snaps. Historically, teams tend to play their starters the longest in Week 3 of the preseason, so that may be the only time we get to see Rodgers in action prior to the season.