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Packers Open Christian Watson’s Return Window as Tom and Banks Rejoin Practice

The 21-day clock to activate him gives a thin receiving corps potential help.

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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)
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Overview

  • Christian Watson practiced for the first time since his January ACL tear after being designated for return from the PUP list, opening a 21-day window.
  • Green Bay can activate Watson at any point before Oct. 27 or leave him on PUP for the season, with the roster currently at 51 of 53 spots.
  • Starting right tackle Zach Tom and left guard Aaron Banks returned to practice following early-season injuries.
  • Offensive lineman Jacob Monk was designated for return from injured reserve, beginning his own 21-day practice window.
  • Jayden Reed remains on injured reserve with a fractured collarbone, while Devonte Wyatt (knee) and Anthony Belton (ankle) did not practice Monday.