Packers Push for Watson Extension

On April 1st, the Y receiver market is blowing up, and the Green Bay Packers are right in the mix, pushing hard for a long-term extension with.

Christian Watson as he heads into the final year of his deal in 2026.

Packer's GM, Brian Gudakunst, made it clear they won him locked in, praising his pro rehab after that ACL tear and his big plays down the stretch.

Earlier this week at League meetings, Gudakunst said it had benefited both sides to get it done soon.

Watson bounced back strong last season, with 35 catches for 611 yards and 6 touchdowns over 10 games, plus playoff.

Production, averaging solid yards per catch.

Fans and analysts are buzzing because recent deals set a high bar.

Alec Pierce just inked a 4-year $114 million packed with.

The Colt at 28.5 million a year, while Jackson Smith and Jigba reset the top at 42.5 million annually as offensive.

Player of the year. Watson's injury history is a real concern.

He's missed chunks of time early on, but his speed stretches defenses boost the run game with blocks and sparks explosives for Matt LaFloor's offense.

Losing him after next year could hurt more than the risk.

Packers seem all in to keep their playmaker, so expect talks to heat up before training camp, balancing that skyrocketing market with Watson's proven.

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