Green Bay Packers move up to draft NDSU WR Christian Watson
2 years, 7 months ago

Green Bay Packers move up to draft NDSU WR Christian Watson

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers wide receivers have produced plenty of second-round success stories over the last two decades. Although the Packers haven’t selected a wide receiver in the first round since taking Florida State’s Javon Walker 20th overall in 2002, they’ve developed a knack for finding wideouts in the second round. “We’ve had a lot of success with second- and third-round receivers in Green Bay,” Rodgers said Thursday night on Pat McAfee’s SiriuxXM and YouTube show after the Packers didn’t take a receiver in the first round. His kick return ability could upgrade Green Bay’s special teams, the Packers’ biggest weakness last season. Green Bay also needed to add offensive line depth after releasing Billy Turner and losing Lucas Patrick in free agency, leaving the Packers without two starters from last season.

History of this topic

Green Bay looks to rebound on the road against Seattle on Sunday night
1 week, 4 days ago
Packers’ pass rushers attempt to make statement as they open post-Smith era against struggling Bears
1 month, 1 week ago
Packers forcing more turnovers under new defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley
3 months ago
Packers acquire QB Malik Willis from Titans, cut K Anders Carlson and place RB AJ Dillon on IR
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Packers believe new coordinator Jeff Hafley will help their defense produce more big plays
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Packers’ receiving depth should give Jordan Love options even if nobody emerges as No. 1 target
6 months, 2 weeks ago
The Packers will have plenty of new players to work into their new defensive scheme
7 months, 3 weeks ago
Packers could still look to upgrade secondary in NFL draft even after adding Xavier McKinney
8 months ago
Packers must follow up a surprising season by dealing with heightened expectations
11 months ago
Defense’s resurgence plays major role in getting Packers into postseason
11 months, 2 weeks ago
Young Packers wide receivers creating major impact in present, excitement for future
11 months, 2 weeks ago
Defense’s continued struggles raise questions over how much longer Packers can stay in playoff hunt
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Injuries creating plenty of uncertainty for Packers’ receivers on short week
1 year ago
Packers sign Patrick Taylor off Patriots practice squad, release Dallin Leavitt
1 year, 1 month ago
Packers’ Watson believes he still has time to step up his production during frustrating season
1 year, 1 month ago
Packers increasingly relying on younger players as they approach the midway point of their season
1 year, 1 month ago
Rams’ 20-3 road loss to the Green Bay Packers by the numbers
1 year, 1 month ago
Vikings try to continue their recent surge while Packers look to break out of their slump
1 year, 1 month ago
Slow starts continue to hinder Packers as they deal with injuries on offensive line
1 year, 2 months ago
Don’t leave games early when these unpredictable young Packers are playing
1 year, 2 months ago
Green Bay’s rookies answer the call and help Packers cope with early-season injuries to veterans
1 year, 3 months ago
Aaron Rodgers’ injury means the Packers won’t get a first-round pick from Jets in next year’s draft
1 year, 3 months ago
Hamstring injury makes WR Christian Watson unavailable for Packers’ season opener with Bears
1 year, 3 months ago
Packers 53-man roster projection: As cuts loom, a final guess at initial squad
1 year, 3 months ago
Packers enter camp preparing for start of new era with Jordan Love taking over at QB
1 year, 5 months ago
Barry discusses how Packers’ defense must improve: ‘It starts with me’
1 year, 7 months ago
Packers’ NFL draft picks suggest more change is on the way
1 year, 7 months ago
Aaron Rodgers Says He Doesn't Expect To Play For Green Bay This Season
1 year, 9 months ago
Packers release veteran wide receiver Sammy Watkins
2 years ago
Gary’s injury provides one more setback for reeling Packers
2 years, 1 month ago
Packers searching for answers after 4th consecutive loss
2 years, 1 month ago
Bills not underestimating Rodgers despite Packers struggles
2 years, 1 month ago
Packers believe their struggles on offense start up front
2 years, 2 months ago
Rodgers says simplifying could help struggling Pack offense
2 years, 2 months ago
Packers place veteran WR Sammy Watkins on injured reserve
2 years, 2 months ago
Packers’ Watkins, Bucs’ Godwin ruled out for Sunday’s game
2 years, 3 months ago
Packers seek 4th straight division title, longer playoff run
2 years, 3 months ago
Packers defense ready to deal with heightened expectations
2 years, 7 months ago
Packers draft 3 WRs to give Rodgers more playmakers
2 years, 7 months ago
Rodgers says he had expected Adams to stay with Packers
2 years, 7 months ago
Multiple early picks should help Packers find receivers
2 years, 8 months ago
Packers’ new formula: Rely on defense rather than offense
3 years, 1 month ago
Rodgers-Cobb connection helps Packers beat Steelers 27-17
3 years, 2 months ago
Rodgers arrives in Green Bay for start of training camp
3 years, 4 months ago
Packers add QB depth with Bortles as Rodgers saga continues
3 years, 7 months ago
Aaron Rodgers’ ‘uncertain’ future hangs over Green Bay
3 years, 10 months ago
Packers struggle to put away Jags, get by with 24-20 win
4 years, 1 month ago
Cook’s 4 TDs help Vikings knock off Packers 28-22
4 years, 1 month ago
Packers’ LaFleur says OL Billy Turner doubtful for opener
4 years, 3 months ago

Discover Related