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

Green Bay now has flexibility to activate key reinforcements during a 21-day evaluation window.

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)
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson (9) flexes as he does a “Lambeau Leap” with Packers fans after scoring a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won the game, 34-13 Tork Mason/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
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Overview

  • Christian Watson practiced for the first time since last season’s ACL tear, starting his 21-day return period from the PUP list.
  • Rookie lineman Jacob Monk was designated to return from IR and returned to the practice field as his own 21-day window begins.
  • Starting right tackle Zach Tom and left guard Aaron Banks returned to practice after early-season injuries, with reports indicating Week 6 availability is possible.
  • Defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt (knee) and right tackle Anthony Belton (ankle) did not practice Monday, putting their status for the Bengals game in doubt.
  • The Packers’ roster stands at 51 of 53 spots, leaving room for potential activations as the team issues its first Week 6 injury report on Wednesday.