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Packers Star Linebacker Will Play Game With A Gigantic Cast That Looks Like A Club

Cork GainesNov 10, 2013, 23:27 IST

Clay Matthews will return to action today for the Packers after missing the past four games with a broken thumb. Matthews will need to protect his thumb by wearing a club-like cast.

Matthews will certainly be at a disadvantage wearing the cast, however, it is also easy to see how Matthews could use the club to his advantage in a high-contact sport. Mike Pereira, the NFL's former vice president of officiating, explained that the cast is legal as long as it is covered in at least "3/8" foam rubber or similar soft material."

Here is a look at the club with the soft padding (via ESPN)...

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