The Green Bay Packers aren’t afraid of committing to massive trades. Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams are prime examples of that. The Packers were even “in” on a possible Jonathan Taylor trade last season, however, the Indianapolis Colts’ asking price was way too high.
Now there are trade reports circulating around one of Green Bay’s best offensive weapons.
Green Bay Packers Star Receiver Being Mentioned In Trade Reports Amid The 2024 NFL Draft
Rady Gurzi of FanSided highlighted how Christian Watson could possibly wind up playing elsewhere in 2024:
1. Christian Watson, WR
After trading Davante Adams, the Packers had two picks in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft. Despite a need at receiver, and constant reports that Aaron Rodgers wanted more help in the passing game, they used both of those selections on defensive players. Then in the second round, at No. 34 overall, they finally brought in a wideout.
Their choice was Christian Watson, a 6-foot-4, 208 pound receiver from North Dakota State. Watson not only had the size to play on the outside but he could stretch the field as well as anyone. The only concern was the competition he played against with North Dakota State.
As a rookie, he came along slowly but came alive in a Week 10 win over the Cowboys. Watson had 107 yards and three touchdowns, which led to a 611-yard and seven-touchdown campaign.
In year two, he saw his numbers dip as he finished with 422 yards and five touchdowns while playing in just nine games. He was back for the playoffs after battling a hamstring injury but finished with two catches for 20 yards in two games.
With him sidelined, Green Bay was able to lean on Romeo Doubs, Jayden Reed, and Dontayvion Wicks. Throw in their two rookie tight ends and their roster is strong enough to potentially trade Watson — especially if they add a receiver early in the draft.
Would The Packers Actually Move On From Christian Watson?
In short? Absolutely not. Watson fits every criteria of what the Packers are currently trying to do. He’s young (24-years-old), explosive, and can take over a game on a moment’s notice.
They will certainly monitor his health going forward, hoping that his hamstring issues get figured out. If those continue throughout his rookie contract it could be possible that the team would move on from him at that point, however, it is entirely too early to give up on a weapon like Watson.
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