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Matthew Golden Balances Blazing Speed With Drop Concerns as Packers Gear Up for Camp

Packers coaches have praised Golden’s elite speed plus positional versatility as training camp approaches despite ongoing attention to his catch consistency.

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Overview

  • The Packers ended a 23-year first-round wide receiver drought by selecting Golden to help replace Christian Watson, who is recovering from an ACL injury.
  • In OTAs and minicamp, Golden has showcased a 4.29-second 40-yard dash and polished route-running that creates separation for Jordan Love.
  • Packers staff and QB Jordan Love have noted Golden’s ability to line up across the formation and his growing chemistry with the offense.
  • Golden lowered his college drop rate to 7.4 percent last season, but coaches remain vigilant after Green Bay’s receivers led the NFL with 33 drops in 2024.
  • As training camp nears, Golden’s hands and overall development will be critical to the Packers’ bid for a return to the Super Bowl.