The Green Bay Packers invested a lot into young wide receiver Christian Watson. His intangibles are undeniable. He is one of the more physically gifted athletes the Packers have ever had on their roster. However, injuries have marred his career so far. The 24-year-old wide receiver has missed chunks of his first two seasons in the NFL due to lingering hamstring issues.
However, Watson’s father, who frequents Twitter (X), shared a promising update regarding his son.
Green Bay Packers: Christian Watson’s Father Gives Major Update Regarding Son’s Health
Tim Watson, Christian Watson’s father, answered a specific question on Twitter (X):
Well, the collaborating specialists found the source of the problem. That was the main issue with getting the proper plan in place for a solution. Now, as I've shared before, it's not my place to share details. I'll let the Packers and/or Christian do that, should they decide… https://t.co/lJNqnq06Dl
— Tazim Wajid Wajed (@NFLHitman33) March 16, 2024
It would appear Watson may have found the root of his hamstring issues.
Despite playing at a higher level in 2022, Christian Watson has had a tough start to this season. However, when he was at his best, the Packers offense was at its peak.
As a result of only playing nine games, Watson finished with mediocre numbers: 28 receptions, 422 yards, and five touchdowns, all lower than he had in 2022. Despite this, Watson was still an effective player when he was on the field. Watson ranked second on the team in receiving yards per game, at 46.9, behind Jayden Reed (49.6) and ahead of Bo Melton, Romeo Doubs, Dontayvion Wicks, and Luke Musgrave.
Watson had discussed his intention to find the root of his hamstring problem after the season:
“If I can find out what kind of things can possibly be leading to it, make sure I’m doing the right things in the offseason, doing the right things during OTAs, into training camp, just find ways to make sure I’m doing everything I can to be conscious of it,” Watson stressed. “That’s my number one plan.”
Watson being healthy on a regular basis would do wonders for the future of this Packers’ offense.