Jordy Nelson did not need for this to happen.

According to Rob Demovsky of ESPN, Nelson suffered a hand injury during Sunday's game vs. the Atlanta Falcons. The injury likely occurred in the fourth quarter and Nelson missed a play on the final drive of the game because of it.

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Packers head coach Mike McCarthy said Nelson will practice on Tuesday, but it will be in limited fashion. He did not say if Nelson will miss Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts.

Nelson is no stranger to injuries has he missed all of last season due to a torn ACL. He also missed all of preseason this year due to a minor knee injury.

In seven games this year, Nelson has recorded 31 receptions, 415 yards and six touchdowns.