JaydenReed

Oct 12

The Packers slot receiver suffered an ankle injury and was ruled out by halftime.

Christian Watson and Matthew Golden have been the Packers' lead receivers all season. Jayden Reed has been the slot option over the last few seasons when healthy, but Reed is out for the season. This has left Moore as the team’s slot receiver. On the first two drives, Moore played all 11 snaps out of 11 personnel. This left Bo Melton as Green Bay’s slot receiver for the rest of the game, even though he hasn’t typically played in the slot during his career. The more the Packers need to go down the depth chart in the slot, the higher the target rate will be for their stars, including Watson, Golden and tight end Tucker Kraft. The three each tallied 5-to-6 receptions, with Watson and Golden both exceeding 120 yards.

Bill Huber·Oct 8

Speaking before Wednesday’s practice, coach Matt LaFleur hinted that Williams could be a factor sooner than later – perhaps even as soon as Sunday’s home game against the Chicago Bears....The Packers parted ways with Romeo Doubs and Dontayvion Wicks this offseason, opening the door for Williams to get more opportunities. Now, with Jayden Reed out for the season, Williams has a chance to be a critical factor....The Packers need all the help they can get in the passing game.