Reinforcements Coming to Green Bay Packers Offense

Watson is arguably the most talented wide receiver on Green Bay’s roster. Standing 6’5″ tall and running a 4.36 second 40-yard dash, he brings a unique skill set to the Packers offense. Size and speed like that can’t be taught.

Watson’s best attribute is his ability to stretch the field. Last season he averaged 21.4 yards per catch, good for second best in the entire NFL. While he is a big play waiting to happen, he also stretches opposing defenses vertically which opens up underneath routes for his teammates.

Blocking on the outside is also a strong suit of Watson’s. He is an asset in the run game and on screen passes, punishing smaller cornerbacks. Matt LaFleur’s offense calls for their wide receivers to be physical as blockers and Watson is the best one they have.

The Green Bay Packers rewarded Watson with a one-year, $11 million contract extension in September. 2025 was the final year of his contract but the extension allows him to focus on getting fully healthy without having to worry about his contract. Watson will have an opportunity to earn a long-term extension next year.

Green Bay has depth at the wide receiver position, allowing Watson to be slowly eased back into the offense. He will need a few weeks to ramp up to game speed, but will be an asset for the Packers offense when he returns to the field on game day.

Offensive Line

Right tackle Zach Tom and left guard Aaron Banks also returned to practice after the bye week. Both were injured in the first game of the season and attempted to return in Week 3. Tom exited after the first offensive snap, re-aggravating his oblique injury. Banks suffered a separate groin injury later in the game.

Green Bay invested heavily in both players this offseason. Tom was signed to a four-year, $88 million contract extension in July. Banks was signed in free agency to a four-year, $77 million contract.

Offensive line play has been inconsistent in their absence for the Packers through four games. Play has been up and down in both pass protection and in the run game. Getting Banks and Tom back will help solidify the line, making it a strength for the Packers offense again.

Banks is at his best in the run game, using his 6’5″, 325-pound frame to open up holes. Tom is one of the best right tackles in the NFL, excelling in pass protection while being an asset in the run game too.

Continuity along the offensive line has been an issue, shuffling in multiple players at different positions. The results have been mixed, shining against a good Detroit pass rush and struggling against a vaunted Browns defensive front. Getting back the preferred starters will help both quarterback Jordan Love and running back Josh Jacobs.

With Christian Watson, Zach Tom, and Aaron Banks back at practice, the Green Bay Packers offense is ready to regain its explosiveness and stability. Watson’s dynamic playmaking, combined with a solidified offensive line, sets up the Packers for an exciting stretch run. As these players work back toward full strength, the offense has the ability to make a strong push in 2025.