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Christian Watson Injury Update
Christian Watson is out for now after a chest injury in Week 15, but the Packers say it’s not serious and he’s traveling home with the team.
Watson got hurt Sunday against the Denver Broncos while going for a deep pass from Jordan Love. He and cornerback Patrick Surtain both fell hard to the ground after Surtain intercepted the ball. Watson stayed down for a moment, then walked off the field under his own power but went straight to the locker room.
He was listed as questionable to return, but the Packers later confirmed he would not come back into the game. Before the injury, he had three catches for 29 yards and was the team’s leading receiver over the past couple weeks.
The Packers said Watson was examined at a hospital in Denver after the game. Good news is he avoided any serious chest damage and is okay. He’s traveling home with the team, which is a positive sign that it’s not a long‑term issue.
There’s no official word yet on whether he’ll play in Week 16. The team will give a clearer status once he’s back in Green Bay and they’ve had a full evaluation.
Watson missed the first six games of 2025 while coming back from a torn ACL he suffered in Week 18 of last season. He finally returned in Week 8 and had been playing well, with five touchdown catches over four games before Sunday.
He’s had a rough injury history, with hamstring and knee issues in the past, so the Packers have been careful with his workload. This chest injury is new, and it’s not clear yet how long he’ll be out.
The Packers’ medical staff will watch him closely this week. If it’s just a bruise or mild strain, he could be back in a week or two. If there’s something more, like a rib issue or deeper chest problem, he might miss more time.
For fantasy football, he’s not a safe play right now. His value drops until the team gives a clear timeline. Owners should expect him to be questionable or out until the next injury report comes out.
Green Bay’s offense will lean more on Romeo Doubs, Jayden Reed, and the running game while Watson is out. Love will still spread the ball around, but Watson’s deep threat and red‑zone ability will be missed.
The team’s next game is Week 16 against the Bears, and Watson’s status will depend on how he feels in practice this week. If he’s cleared, he’ll likely play. If not, he’ll probably sit and the Packers will keep him healthy for the stretch run.
Watson’s long‑term outlook is still good. He’s young and talented, and the ACL rehab seemed to go well before this new injury. The main concern now is making sure this chest issue doesn’t turn into something that lingers.
Updates should come from the Packers’ official injury report later this week. Until then, the safest bet is that he’s day‑to‑day and not a lock to play next Sunday.
Disclaimer
This injury update is based on team statements, postgame reports, and publicly available information at the time of publication. Player availability and recovery timelines are subject to change following further medical evaluation and practice participation. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or fantasy advice.
