The Green Bay Packers suddenly have a big need at wide receiver this off-season. What was originally thought to be a position of strength going into 2024, proved to be one of Green Bay’s biggest areas of concern. Injuries and drops highlighted the position group more than anyone anticipated.
However, one Chrisitan Watson announcement gave some fans reason to be optimistic.
Breaking: Packers’ GM Makes Significant Chrisitan Watson Announcement For 2025
Oct 27, 2024; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson (9) signals a first down during the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Myers-Imagn Images
Oct 27, 2024; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson (9) signals a first down during the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Myers-Imagn Images
According to Packers beat reporter Wes Hodkiewicz:
Packers aren’t “counting out” Christian Watson.
The fourth-year receiver undoubtedly will miss some time this season after tearing his ACL in the regular-season finale against the Chicago Bears.
However, Gutekunst is keeping an optimistic mind about how Watson may impact the 2025 Packers. The 6-foot-4, 208-pound receiver needed just 29 catches to register 620 receiving yards last season (21.4 yards per reception).
“I wouldn’t count him out just because I know his work ethic and how he approaches things,” Gutekunst said. “Certainly, it won’t shock me at all if he’s a big factor for us this season, but at the same time, we have to make sure we’re protecting him in case that doesn’t happen.”
Nov 17, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson (9) celebrates a catch against the Chicago Bears during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
Nov 17, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson (9) celebrates a catch against the Chicago Bears during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
Here is a look at Watson’s career stats:
Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) throws a touchdown pass to wide receiver Christian Watson (9) againwt the Arizona Cardinals during their football game Sunday, October 13, 2024, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) throws a touchdown pass to wide receiver Christian Watson (9) againwt the Arizona Cardinals during their football game Sunday, October 13, 2024, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
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