The Green Bay Packers are already one of the NFC’s early success stories, and they could soon be getting an even bigger boost on offense.

Star wide receiver Christian Watson is nearing a return from the ACL injury that has sidelined him since the end of the 2024 season. His absence has been felt in an otherwise explosive Packers offense led by quarterback Jordan Love.

But Watson recently offered reassurance to fans that he’s ready to rejoin the lineup as soon as he’s cleared.

“If it was the NFC Championship Game tomorrow, I’d be able to go out there and feel confident,” Watson told USA Today’s Ryan Wood.

That confidence was backed up on Monday, when Watson officially returned to practice for the first time since tearing his ACL in Week 18 last year.

According to Matt Schneidman

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