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Packers Open Christian Watson’s 21-Day Return Window as WR Practices for First Time Since ACL Tear

Green Bay now has 21 days to decide on activating him to the 53-man roster.

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - SEPTEMBER 07: Romeo Doubs #87 and Christian Watson #9 of the Green Bay Packers look on prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at Lambeau Field on September 07, 2025 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images)
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Aug 19, 2023; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson (9) waves to fans before game against the New England Patriots at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports
GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - JANUARY 5: Wide receiver Christian Watson #9 of the Green Bay Packers gets set during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, at Lambeau Field on January 5, 2025 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Watson practiced Monday for the first time since his Jan. 5 ACL tear, taking part in movement and route drills and saying his trust in the knee is 100%.
  • Under PUP rules, he can practice without counting on the roster through roughly Oct. 27, after which he must be activated to be eligible to play this season.
  • The Packers currently have two open spots on the 53-man roster, allowing flexibility to add Watson at any point during the window.
  • Starting linemen Zach Tom (oblique) and Aaron Banks (groin) returned to practice, and OL Jacob Monk’s 21-day activation window from IR also opened.
  • DL Devonte Wyatt (knee) and RT Anthony Belton (ankle) did not practice Monday ahead of Sunday’s game against the Bengals, with official injury designations due Wednesday.