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  • Christian Watson
  • WR #9
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Bye Week14Rank36% Rostered79.7% Change1.7WK 13 Pts24.40WK 14 Pts-
2022 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1@MIN
Loss, 7-23
---7-234-----6.10
2CHI
Win, 27-10
-----39-----3.90
3@TB
Win, 14-12
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4NE
Win, 27-24
---15118-----9.30
5NYG
Loss, 22-27
----3-11-----0.80
6NYJ
Loss, 10-27
------------0.00
7@WAS
Loss, 21-23
------------0.00
8@BUF
Loss, 17-27
-----112-----2.20
9@DET
Loss, 9-15
-----224-----4.40
10DAL
Win, 31-28
-----41073----32.70
11TEN
Loss, 17-27
---3-4482----21.10
12@PHI
Loss, 33-40
-----41101----21.00
13@CHI
Win, 28-19
---4613481----24.40
14Bye  ------------0.00
15LA
Mon 5:15 pmGet Tickets
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16@MIA
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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17MIN
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
------------0.00
18DET
TBDGet Tickets
------------0.00
2022 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1@MIN,
L 7-23
7-34--6.10
2CHI,
W 27-10
--9--3.90
3@TB,
W 14-12
-----0.00
4NE,
W 27-24
1518--9.30
5NYG,
L 22-27
-3-1--0.80
6NYJ,
L 10-27
-----0.00
7@WAS,
L 21-23
-----0.00
8@BUF,
L 17-27
--12--2.20
9@DET,
L 9-15
--24--4.40
10DAL,
W 31-28
--1073-32.70
11TEN,
L 17-27
3-482-21.10
12@PHI,
L 33-40
--1101-21.00
13@CHI,
W 28-19
461481-24.40
14Bye-----0.00
15LA,
Mon 5:15 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
16@MIA,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
-----0.00
17MIN,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
18DET,
TBDGet Tickets
-----0.00
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  • 49.30
  • 50.80
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  • 82.20
  • 94.40
  • 1032.70
  • 1121.10
  • 1221.00
  • 1324.40
  • 14
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News

  • Continues scoring spree

    Watson caught three of six targets for 48 yards and a touchdown, and rushed once for 46 yards and another score in Sunday's 28-19 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Watson is one of the league's hottest playmakers, as he's now scored eight times in his last four games. The rookie's first touchdown Sunday came on a crucial, 14-yard catch on fourth down to close the first half. Watson then sealed the game by going untouched on a 46-yard jet sweep with under two minutes left. With great size and blazing speed, the North Dakota State product has come into his own over the last month, but as the Packers now embark on their bye, he'll have to wait until Week…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays hot with long score

    Watson had four receptions (six targets) for 110 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 40-33 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: Watson remained scorching hot with his second 100-plus yard game over the last three weeks, while also chipping in his sixth total touchdown over that same timeframe. The surging rookie did most of his damage on a 63-yard catch and run from a crisp slant thrown by backup Jordan Love late in Sunday's narrow defeat. Aaron Rodgers' (ribs) status for Week 13 is currently up in the air, but the fact that Watson continued to dominate even with the backup taking over in the second half is a good sign…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 27 at 10:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another two touchdowns Thursday

    Watson brought in four of six targets for 48 yards and two touchdowns and added a three-yard rush in the Packers' 27-17 loss to the Titans on Thursday night.

    Analysis: Watson was third on the team in receptions, receiving yards and targets on the night for the Packers, but he was once again on the receiving end of all of Aaron Rodgers' touchdown tosses. The rookie recorded scoring grabs of 14 and eight yards in the first and third quarters, respectively, giving him five end-zone trips in the last four days. Watson's next opportunity to extend that torrid stretch comes in a tough Week 12 road matchup against the Eagles a week from Sunday night.

    Published: Thu, Nov 17 at 9:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts in full practice

    Watson (ankle) was a full participant in Tuesday's practice.

    Analysis: As expected, the ankle issue that resulted in Watson being labeled as a limited participant on Monday's estimated practice report doesn't look to be anything that will prevent him from playing in Thursday's game against the Titans. The rookie wideout will be looking to build on his breakthrough performance in the Packers' overtime win over the Cowboys last weekend, when he hauled in four of eight targets for 107 yards and three touchdowns.

    Published: Tue, Nov 15 at 4:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with ankle injury

    Watson is listed as limited on Monday's practice estimate due to an ankle issue.

    Analysis: So far this season, Watson has tended to knee, hamstring and head injuries, meaning this is a new health concern. He's coming off the best performance of his rookie campaign, as he hauled in four of eight targets for 107 yards and the first three touchdowns of his career during Sunday's overtime win over the Cowboys. With Romeo Doubs currently out due to a high-ankle sprain, Watson will continue to team with Allen Lazard (shoulder, LP on Monday) and Sammy Watkins as the top wide receivers for…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 5:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Explodes for three TDs

    Watson (chest) hauled in four of eight targets for 107 yards and three touchdowns in Sunday's 31-28 overtime win over Dallas.

    Analysis: Watson got off to a rough start with two drops early in the contest, but Aaron Rodgers kept faith in his young receiver, and the duo was rewarded with a trio of trips to the end zone. The 2022 second-round pick has battled injury and poor play through nine weeks, but Sunday's standout performance should place him back on the map in fantasy circles. With fellow rookie starter Romeo Doubs (ankle) expected to miss multiple weeks, Watson has a real opportunity to establish himself quickly as one of…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 13 at 6:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go

    Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said Wednesday that Watson (chest) won't need to be held out of practice for any precautionary reasons this week, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: After clearing the concussion protocol in advance of the Packers' Week 9 game against the Lions, Watson checked out of the game at one point during the 15-9 loss to be evaluated for a concussion. Though he remained sidelined the rest of the way, LaFleur noted after the game that the rookie cleared the concussion protocol and was instead dealing with a chest injury after taking a shot from a defender. Watson looks like he'll be a full participant when Green Bay returns to the field Wednesday,…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 9 at 10:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Did not suffer concussion Sunday

    Coach Matt LaFleur said Monday that Watson (chest) did not suffer a concussion during Sunday's loss to the Lions, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: LaFleur added that Watson "took a nice shot in the chest and lost his breath for a minute," but he cleared the concussion protocol. The rookie wideout was shut down for the remainder of the contest for precautionary reasons due to the head injury that he suffered last week, but it doesn't sound like there'll be any lingering effects of the hard hit leading up to the Packers' Week 10 matchup against Dallas. However, Watson's participation during practice may provide further clarity on the…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 7 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Getting concussion check

    Watson is under evaluation for a concussion during Sunday's contest at Detroit.

    Analysis: The Packers lost Romeo Doubs (ankle) on their first play from scrimmage, and losing Watson to a head injury for the second week in a row would put the team down two of its three rookie wide receivers. If Watson reenters the concussion protocol, Allen Lazard, Sammy Watkins, Amari Rodgers and Samori Toure will be the WRs available to quarterback Aaron Rodgers for the rest of Week 9.

    Published: Sun, Nov 6 at 11:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Clears protocol, playing Sunday

    Watson (concussion) is active for Sunday's game against the Lions, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: After exiting the Packers' Week 8 loss to the Bills upon entering the concussion protocol, Watson sat out practice Wednesday before advancing to limited participation Thursday and Friday. Watson's active status implies that he cleared the NFL's five-step concussion protocol and some point after Friday's practice, so he's not expected to face any limitations Sunday. However, the rookie second-round pick has handled a depth role for much of the season and may not be a candidate to see many of…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 6 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable due to concussion

    Watson (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Detroit, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Watson returned from a hamstring injury last week but then suffered a concussion in the first quarter of an eventual loss to the Commanders. He could be a big part of the offense soon enough, especially if he's active for Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff while fellow wideout Allen Lazard (questionable - shoulder) doesn't play. The reverse is also possible, of course, and the Packers could wait until Saturday or Sunday to make their decisions.

    Published: Fri, Nov 4 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially limited Thursday

    Watson (concussion) was limited at Thursday's practice, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Taking part in individual drills at the media-access portion of the session, Watson ran routes and was on the receiving end of passes from quarterback Aaron Rodgers, according to Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com. This follows no activity at all Wednesday, so Watson clearly is making progress from the concussion that he sustained this past Sunday at Buffalo. Even if he gets back to full Friday, though, the nature of the protocol for head injuries likely will mean the rookie second-round pick heads into…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 3 at 1:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice Thursday

    Watson (concussion) returned to practice Thursday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Considering Watson is four days removed from sustaining a concussion and didn't practice Wednesday, he seems destined to go down as a limited participant Thursday. Still, his ability to go through individual drills in pads generally is a positive sign as he makes his way through the protocol for head injuries. The Packers will reveal Watson's activity level later Thursday.

    Published: Thu, Nov 3 at 10:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice

    Watson (concussion) didn't practice Wednesday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The rookie returned from a hamstring injury for Sunday's loss to Buffalo, only to enter concussion protocol in the first quarter and miss the rest of the game. Watson could have a sizable role once he gets healthy, especially if Allen Lazard (shoulder) misses more time, though Lazard returned to practice Wednesday as a limited participant. Romeo Doubs and Sammy Watkins are the Packers' top healthy receivers ahead of Sunday's matchup with Detroit.

    Published: Wed, Nov 2 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Concussed in Buffalo

    Watson (concussion) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Bills.

    Analysis: After returning from a two-game absence due to a hamstring injury, Watson promptly picked up a new injury and exited in the first quarter. He went to the locker room for testing prior to being ruled out and will have to clear the NFL's concussion protocol to play in Week 9 against the Lions. Watson caught his only target for 12 yards prior to leaving the game.

    Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 5:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back from two-game absence

    Watson (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game in Buffalo, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: After putting together three consecutive limited practices during Week 8 prep, Watson will end his absence due to a right hamstring issue at two games. With Allen Lazard (shoulder) sidelined Sunday, the Packers will be rolling with Romeo Doubs, Sammy Watkins, Watson, Samori Toure and Amari Rodgers at wide receiver. In four appearances so far in his rookie season, Watson has gathered in seven of 11 targets for 52 yards and taken three carries for 19 yards and one touchdown.

    Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 3:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Sunday night

    Watson (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Buffalo.

    Analysis: The rookie was a limited practice participant Wednesday through Friday, with head coach Matt LaFleur saying at the end of the week that he's "cautiously optimistic" about Watson playing, per Matt Schneidman of The Athletic. If he suits up ahead of the 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff Sunday, Watson presumably would slot in somewhere behind Romeo Doubs and Sammy Watkins on the depth chart, unlikely to handle a three-down role even with Allen Lazard (shoulder) ruled out.

    Published: Fri, Oct 28 at 1:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another limited practice

    Watson (hamstring) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Fellow wide receiver Sammy Watkins (hamstring) also had a cap on his reps for a second consecutive session, while Allen Lazard relayed to Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette on Thursday that he's unlikely to be active Sunday at Buffalo. If Watson and/or Watkins are able to suit up this weekend, they'll join rookie fourth-rounder Romeo Doubs as the primary options at the position for quarterback Aaron Rodgers (right thumb).

    Published: Thu, Oct 27 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practicing on limited basis

    Watson (hamstring) will be a limited practice participant Wednesday, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: Watson is logging practice reps for the first time since he re-injured his right hamstring in a Week 5 loss to the Giants. The Packers may need Watson's help soon enough, with Randall Cobb (ankle) on injured reserve and Allen Lazard now hampered by a shoulder injury.

    Published: Wed, Oct 26 at 11:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Out this week

    Watson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game at Washington, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: With Watson out another week and Randall Cobb (ankle) expected to miss multiple games, the Packers are considering bringing Sammy Watkins (hamstring) back from injured reserve. If they don't, it'll be either Amari Rodgers or Samori Toure working as the No. 3 receiver against Washington. Given that he didn't practice this week, Watson appears in danger of missing additional time when the Packers face the Bills in Week 8.

    Published: Fri, Oct 21 at 12:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays sidelined at practice

    Watson (hamstring) didn't practice Thursday.

    Analysis: This marks Watson's fifth DNP in a row since injuring his hamstring Week 5 against the Giants in London. Friday's practice report ultimately may seal his fate for Sunday's game at Washington, but in a Packers receiving corps that already is down Randall Cobb for the foreseeable future due to a high-ankle sprain, Aaron Rodgers may be left with Allen Lazard, Romeo Doubs, Amari Rodgers, Samori Toure, practice-squad member Juwann Winfree and potentially Sammy Watkins (hamstring), the latter of whom…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 20 at 12:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out Wednesday's practice

    Watson (hamstring) missed Wednesday's practice, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Watson has yet to mix into drills since hurting his hamstring during a Week 5 loss to the Giants in London, sitting out last Sunday versus the Jets. It's unclear if he'll miss another game this Sunday at Washington, but his involvement -- or lack thereof -- in the final two sessions of the week likely will be the determining factors. With Randall Cobb expected to miss time due to a high-ankle sprain, the Packers may be down to Allen Lazard, Romeo Doubs, Amari Rodgers, Samori Toure and…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 19 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out with hamstring injury

    Watson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jets, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Watson worked as the No. 4 receiver and kick returner the week before in London against the Giants, playing 18 snaps on offense and seeing one target, one carry and two kick returns. He left with a hamstring injury in the third quarter, having previously missed Week 3 with the same issue. The rookie didn't practice at all this week and could miss time beyond Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Oct 14 at 12:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another DNP on Thursday

    Watson (hamstring) was a non-participant at practice Thursday.

    Analysis: Watson sustained a right hamstring injury this past Sunday against the Giants in London and has yet to get back on the practice field. The Packers have one more session on the docket this week before they likely hand the rookie second-round pick a designation for Sunday's contest versus the Jets.

    Published: Thu, Oct 13 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Wednesday

    Watson (hamstring) didn't practice Wednesday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Watson made an early departure from the Packers' Week 5 loss to the Giants in London, the result of an injured right hamstring. He's already missed one game this season due to a hamstring issue (Week 3 at Tampa Bay), but it's unclear if he's in danger of sitting out Sunday against the Jets. Ultimately, Watson may have to get back on the field in some capacity Thursday and/or Friday to put himself in a position to play this weekend.

    Published: Wed, Oct 12 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leaves with hamstring injury

    Watson exited in the third quarter of Sunday's game against the Giants in London with a right hamstring injury and is questionable to return.

    Analysis: Per Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com, Watson was grabbing at his right leg and was spotted limping off the field when he apparently suffered the injury while running a route. Before his departure, Watson had returned two kickoffs for 35 yards, ran once for minus-3 yards and recorded a one-yard reception on his lone target.

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 9:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds paydirt for first time

    Watson caught one pass for eight yards and had one carry for 15 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-24 overtime victory over the Patriots.

    Analysis: After missing Week 3 with a hamstring injury, Watson returned to action Sunday and played 18 snaps, the fourth most among Packers receivers. He garnered three targets and did not do much in the passing game, but he did put his speed on display on a second quarter jet sweep that netted him his first career score. Watson is not handling a key role in the offense, but he has shown a couple glimpses of the potential that made him a second-round draft pick back in April.

    Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 7:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs full practice Thursday

    Watson (hamstring) practiced in full Thursday.

    Analysis: Prior to sitting out Week 3 at Tampa Bay, Watson logged just one capped session due to a hamstring issue. This time around, he followed up a limited practice Wednesday with all activity one day later, setting him up to return to action Sunday versus the Patriots. With Sammy Watkins (hamstring) on injured reserve, Watson likely is the Packers' top vertical threat in the passing game for quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

    Published: Thu, Sep 29 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited again Wednesday

    Watson (hamstring) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Prior to being inactive this past Sunday at Tampa Bay, Watson sandwiched limited sessions around a missed practice last Thursday, so another capped session to begin this week isn't exactly a sign that a return to action is imminent. He'll have two more chances to bump up to full activity before the weekend, at which point the Packers may clear up his status for Sunday's game against the Patriots.

    Published: Wed, Sep 28 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes seat Sunday

    Watson (hamstring) is listed as inactive Sunday in Tampa Bay, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Watson entered the weekend with a questionable designation after being capped to one limited session due to a hamstring injury. He'll join Sammy Watkins (hamstring, IR) on the sideline, meaning the Packers' top trio at wide receiver Sunday will be Allen Lazard, Randall Cobb (illness) and Romeo Doubs. Watson, a rookie second-round pick, will aim to get healthy for a Week 4 matchup with the Patriots on Sunday, Oct. 2.

    Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 12:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to play Sunday

    Watson (hamstring) is not expected to suit up for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The Packers will already be without Sammy Watkins (hamstring), who landed on IR on Saturday, though veteran Randall Cobb (illness) is expected to play Sunday. If Watson is indeed ruled inactive ahead of Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, it will fall to Allen Lazard, Romeo Doubs and potentially Cobb to act as Green Bay's clear top wideouts.

    Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 2:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 3

    Watson (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest in Tampa Bay, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Watson managed just one limited session this week while tending to a hamstring injury, but he has a chance to suit up Sunday, unlike Sammy Watkins (hamstring), who has been ruled out. As for the rest of Green Bay's receiving corps, Allen Lazard (ankle) has been cleared to play, while Randall Cobb (illness) is questionable after missing practice Wednesday through Friday. If one or both of Cobb and Watson are limited or out this weekend, Romeo Doubs will have a path to additional work.

    Published: Fri, Sep 23 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice Friday

    Watson (hamstring) returned to practice Friday, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Green Bay got Watson and Allen Lazard (ankle) back from their respective injuries, but not Sammy Watkins (hamstring) or Randall Cobb (illness). If Watkins and Cobb are unable to play Sunday against the Buccaneers, Watson and fellow rookie Romeo Doubs would both be in line for prominent roles alongside Lazard.

    Published: Fri, Sep 23 at 10:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Thursday

    Watson (hamstring) didn't practice Thursday, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: The same applies to fellow wideouts Allen Lazard (ankle) and Sammy Watkins (hamstring). All three were limited during Wednesday's practice in pads, so it's possible that their non-participation Thursday is maintenance-related. Added context with regard to the health of the Packers' WR corps will arrive Friday upon the release of the team's final injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

    Published: Thu, Sep 22 at 11:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by hamstring Wednesday

    Watson was a limited practice participant Wednesday due to a hamstring injury.

    Analysis: Fellow wideouts Allen Lazard (ankle) and Sammy Watkins (hamstring) were also limited participants, while Randall Cobb was absent due to an illness. Through two games as pro, Watson has been targeted seven times, gathering in five of those passes for 43 yards. If any of Lazard, Watkins or Cobb are sidelined Sunday at Tampa Bay, Watson would be in line for an elevated snap count, assuming he overcomes his own injury concern.

    Published: Wed, Sep 21 at 2:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Just nine yards in Week 2

    Watson caught all three of his targets for nine yards in Sunday's 27-10 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Green Bay got the ball in Watson's hands around the line of scrimmage and let him try to pick up yards after the catch with his mix of size and speed, but the rookie second-round pick didn't get any opportunities downfield after an egregious drop in his NFL debut. Watson still faces significant competition for touches from Sammy Watkins, Allen Lazard, Romeo Doubs and Randall Cobb heading into the Packers' Week 3 clash with the Buccaneers.

    Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 8:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Wastes early opportunity

    Watson caught two of four targets for 32 yards and rushed once for seven yards in Sunday's 23-7 loss to the Vikings.

    Analysis: Watson dropped a would-be 75-yard touchdown on Green Bay's first offensive play, beginning his NFL career on a sour note. Although he subsequently got involved as a ball carrier and made a couple catches late in the game, the rookie second-rounder will surely strive for a better showing in Week 2 versus the Bears. Fortunately for him, he should continue to get opportunities to make plays as the Packers' receiving corps remains relatively fluid.

    Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 5:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches full practice

    Watson (knee) practiced fully Wednesday, Jason Wilde of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Watson was sidelined at the outset of training camp due to an offseason knee procedure and didn't make his first appearance at practice until Aug. 14. He subsequently didn't play during exhibition season, along with the Packers' top three other wide receivers on the depth chart (Allen Lazard, Sammy Watkins and Randall Cobb). Lazard's status for Sunday's game in Minnesota is up in the air due to an ankle injury, which could result in decent run for Watson, the 34th overall pick in this year's…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 7 at 2:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could play Sunday

    Coach Matt LaFleur indicated Monday that he's hopeful Watson (knee) will be able to play Sunday against the Vikings, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: Meanwhile, fellow wideout Allen Lazard is dealing with an undisclosed issue that could impact his Week 1 status. Look for added context regarding both players to surface no later than Wednesday's practice and subsequent injury report. If Lazard and/or Watson are sidelined or limited this weekend, added opportunities would be available for Sammy Watkins, Randall Cobb and Romeo Doubs.

    Published: Mon, Sep 5 at 12:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Status still uncertain

    Watson (knee) could be available for Week 1 against the Vikings, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The rookie second-round pick was activated off the PUP list earlier in August, but he never ended up playing in any preseason contests. As a result, it's unclear if Watson will be available when the Packers battle the Vikings on Sept. 11. Expect more information regarding the rookie's status to become clearer when the team releases its first official injury/practice reports. Watson still figures to sit below Allen Lazard, Sammy Watkins, Randall Cobb and maybe even Romeo Doubs on the depth chart…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 27 at 12:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not in line to play Thursday

    Watson (knee) isn't expected to play in Thursday's preseason game at Kansas City, Mike Spofford and Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site report.

    Analysis: The same goes for fellow wide receivers Allen Lazard, Sammy Watkins and Randall Cobb. The Packers activated Watson from the active/PUP list on Aug. 14 after he underwent a procedure on his knee between the offseason program and training camp, and while he mixed into team drills Monday, he has yet to receive clearance for game action. The rookie second-round pick's next chance to suit up is the team's season opener Sunday, Sept. 11 at Minnesota.

    Published: Thu, Aug 25 at 4:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Status for Thursday uncertain

    Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said Tuesday that he's undecided whether Watson (knee) will play in Thursday's preseason finale against the Chiefs, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Watson returned to practice last week for the first time since spring and has worked his way into full-team drills over the last couple days. However, Green Bay is still expected to remain extremely cautious with their second-round pick, so it's unclear if they'll thrust him into game action yet. While Watson won't need preseason experience to suit up Week 1, the exhibition game would certainly give him a prominent platform to prove himself capable of a sizable role heading into the regular…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 23 at 9:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Works into full-team sessions

    Watson (knee) fully participated during the Packers' 11-on-11 drills Monday for the first time this preseason, Mike Spofford of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Watson followed up his debut in team sessions Sunday with an impressive 25-yard reception over cornerback Rico Gafford toward the end of second-team 11-on-11 drills Monday, according to Spofford. The rookie wideout has been hampered this preseason while recovering from an offseason knee procedure, though this leaping grab Monday seems to indicate that he's fully healthy for the first time since the start of training camp. Barring any setbacks, Watson should be set to make his preseason debut…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 22 at 8:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logging snaps in team drills

    Watson (knee) will participate in some team drills beginning Sunday, Zach Kruse of the USA Today reports.

    Analysis: "He'll get some team reps today, and we'll see how he responds," coach Matt LaFleur noted Sunday of the rookie wideout. Watson, who missed the first two weeks of training camp while bouncing back from a knee procedure, was in uniform for Friday's preseason game against the Saints but didn't play. With that in mind, Kruse suggests that it's possible the 2022 second-rounder could see action in Green Bay's preseason finale (Thursday against the Chiefs) in the absence of any setbacks in the coming…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 21 at 11:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to play Friday

    Watson (knee) isn't in line to play in Friday's preseason game against the Saints, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: Having said that, Watson went through pregame warmups with the Packers' wide receiver group, which is another sign of progress after returning to practice this past Sunday. The rookie second-round pick spent most of training camp on the active/PUP list after undergoing a procedure on his knee following the offseason program. Watson will have one more chance to make an appearance during exhibition season Thursday at Kansas City.

    Published: Fri, Aug 19 at 4:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returning to practice

    Coach Matt LaFleur relayed that Watson (knee) is slated to return to practice Sunday, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

    Analysis: While that is step in the right direction for Watson, who is bouncing back from a knee procedure, LaFleur indicated that the 2022 second-rounder figures to be eased into the mix, beginning by participating in individual drills and walkthroughs before moving on to team drills. Once he's up to speed, Watson will look to secure a key early season role in a Green Bay wide receiver corps that also includes Allen Lazard, Sammy Watkins and Randall Cobb, among others.

    Published: Sun, Aug 14 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Recovering from knee surgery

    Watson clarified Thursday that he's "day-to-day" following offseason knee surgery that forced him to begin training camp on the active/PUP list, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Watson added his knee experienced discomfort while running and cutting late in OTAs, and he eventually underwent a procedure to address it. The rookie second-round pick doesn't have a timeline to return to the field, but considering his comments Thursday, he at least has a chance to play in the preseason, even if his activity at the start of training camp is delayed. Once he's available, Watson will be in the mix for targets from Aaron Rodgers along with Allen Lazard, Sammy Watkins…read more

    Published: Thu, Jul 28 at 11:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to miss time

    Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said Wednesday that Watson (undisclosed) will "miss a little bit of time" after having a medical procedure during the offseason, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Neither player nor team has provided details on Watson's injury, apart from the Packers placing him on the PUP list and suggesting that he required a procedure but shouldn't be out for too long. Even if Watson makes it back within a week or two, the late start to camp isn't ideal for a rookie wideout who needs to make a good impression on demanding veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

    Published: Wed, Jul 27 at 7:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hitting PUP list

    The Packers placed Watson (undisclosed) on the active/PUP list Friday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: In the wake of the Davante Adams trade, the Packers were in the market for reinforcements at wide receiver and made a splash on Day 2 of this year's draft, trading up to select Watson in the second round, 34th overall. At 6-foot-4, 208 pounds, Watson combines his length with a 4.36-second 40, giving him similar traits to another offseason departure at the position (Marquez Valdes-Scantling). Before he'll get a chance to build a rapport with Aaron Rodgers in training camp, though, Watson will…read more

    Published: Fri, Jul 22 at 3:09pm by Rotowire.com
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