Romeo Doubs, Packers receiver
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Romeo Doubs, Packers receiver
As expected, the Green Bay Packers have let several key players walk in free agency.
They have made a few outside signings, such as linebacker Zaire Franklin, cornerback Benjamin St-Juste, and wide receiver Skyy Moore.
However, players such as quarterback Malik Willis, wide receiver Romeo Doubs, linebacker Quay Walker, offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins, and pass rusher Rashan Gary (trade) have all found new homes. The former two were the subject of Bleacher Report’s list of riskiest signings in free agency so far.
Former Green Bay Packers QB Malik Willis Named ‘High’ Level Risk Signing by Miami Dolphins
Malik Willis, Green Bay Packers
GettyFormer Green Bay Packers QB Malik Willis
The Dolphins signed Willis to a three-year, $67.5 million contract with $45 million guaranteed. Here’s why Brad Gagnon of Bleacher Report feels that is a risky move by Miami, and what the end result will be:
“He (Willis) didn’t do much to convince the Titans he was worth keeping around after two seasons, and he didn’t do nearly enough for the Packers to abandon the Jordan Love boat. Willis has started just three games the last three seasons, and yet the depleted Dolphins have committed to giving him $21.5 million guaranteed in 2027.
“A significant increase in exposure allows defenses to figure Willis out and he fails to become a reliable or consistent pocket passer as a QB1. He’s in a backup role somewhere else by 2028, if not sooner.”
In 11 appearances over two years with the Packers, Willis won three out of four starts, and threw for 972 yards, six touchdowns, and zero interceptions. He also rushed for 261 yards and three TDs. He certainly looked much better in Green Bay than he did in Tennessee, but had a better coaching staff and cast of weapons to work with.
Former Packers WR Romeo Doubs Named ‘Elevated’ Level Risk Signing by New England Patriots
Romeo Doubs, Green Bay Packers
GettyFormer Green Bay Packers WR Romeo Doubs
Doubs signed a four-year contract with the Patriots worth $68 million in base salary with a max value of $80. Here is why Gagnon believes that is a risk by New England, and how it will end up playing out:
“Doubs was a mere fourth-round pick in 2022 who was never able to sustainably establish himself as the No. 1 target in Green Bay. Even while putting up a career-high (but far from impressive) 724 yards in 2025, he was outperformed by Christian Watson on a per-game basis. But he becomes one of 24 receivers making $20-plus million per year, despite being a possession receiver who is likely best-suited as a complementary weapon.
“Doubs delivers just enough for this to not blow up in New England’s face, but he does very little if anything to take the offense to the next level in 2026 or 2027 before potentially losing his job beyond that.”
In four years with the Packers, Doubs recorded 202 receptions for 2,424 yards and 21 touchdowns in 59 games played. Doubs may not be a bona fide No. 1 receiver, but is as good as you can get as a No. 2. Still just 25 years old, Doubs could end up rounded out as a legitimate top receiving threat. He possesses an excellent blend of height, weight, and 4.4 40-yard dash speed.