The Green Bay Packers’ 2025 season has been a mix of promise and growing pains, sitting at 5–2–1 and holding first place in the NFC North. Quarterback Jordan Love has continued to progress, leading an offense that averages nearly 28 points per game, while new defensive star Micah Parsons has transformed the pass rush into one of the NFC’s most disruptive.
Rookie wideout Matthew Golden has added another spark to a young, explosive unit. However, inconsistency in the red zone and injuries — including recent setbacks to Tucker Kraft and several defensive starters — have raised questions about depth and durability. Still, with a balanced roster, improved defensive efficiency, and a favorable midseason schedule, Green Bay looks positioned to remain a legitimate playoff contender as the season pushes toward November.
Now, Green Bay has added another weapon to their offense.
Just before the deadline, the Packers add wide receiver Michael Woods II (report)
Oct 19, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Oct 19, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler:
Packers are signing free agent receiver Michael Woods II to the practice squad, per source.
Woods was with Cleveland from 2022-24.
Early Life & College Career
Michael Woods II was born March 19, 2000, in Magnolia, Texas. He attended Magnolia High School, where he compiled impressive numbers: 155 catches for 2,988 yards and 41 touchdowns over three varsity seasons.
He began his college career at Arkansas Razorbacks (2018-2020). His freshman year: 18 receptions, 206 yards, one touchdown. Sophomore season: led the team with 33 catches for 423 yards and four touchdowns. Junior year: 32 receptions, 619 yards (19.3 yards per catch), and five touchdowns.
In 2021 he transferred to the Oklahoma Sooners, played 11 games and logged 35 catches for 400 yards and two touchdowns.
He declared for the NFL Draft after the 2021 season. Wikipedia
Professional Career & Key Stats
Dec 8, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver Michael Woods II (81) eludes Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Beanie Bishop Jr. (31) during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
Dec 8, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver Michael Woods II (81) eludes Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Beanie Bishop Jr. (31) during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
Woods was selected in the 6th round (202nd overall) of the 2022 NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns.
In his rookie 2022 season, he played 10 games, caught 5 passes for 45 yards.
In the 2024 season he appeared in 5 games, recorded 7 receptions for 65 yards with no touchdowns.
Career receiving total: 12 receptions for 110 yards, average ~9.2 yards per catch, zero touchdowns (per Pro Football Reference).
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