Breaking: Packers’ Playoff Hopes Take a Hit: Christian Watson’s Knee Injury Sparks Concern, LaFleur’s Update Raises More Questions
Health is a big part of a successful run late in an NFL season, and the Green Bay Packers have some more reasons to be concerned despite a dominant 34-0 win over the New Orleans Saints. Wide receiver Christian Watson left the game early with a knee injury.
He tried to return, but wasn’t able to finish the game. Watson himself said in the locker room he is “hoping for the best” and will have tests on Tuesday.
Head coach Matt LaFleur admitted the situation brings some level of concern.
“There’s some concern there, definitely,” LaFleur said. “We’re gonna get more testing done tomorrow, hopefully we’ll have an answer for you tomorrow.”
Watson did not have a single catch in the game, but he did have two rushes for 23 yards. In the second one, a Saints defensive back rolled over his knee. He left the field and went to the medical tent, but was able to return — which is probably a good sign for his future availability this season.
