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Christian Watson Back in Action After Chest Injury Check
The Packers wide receiver left briefly for a hospital evaluation but rejoined the lineup before the end of the game against the Panthers.
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Injury Occurs on Deep Reception
Christian Watson suffered a chest injury late in a 53-yard catch during the first half. He walked off the field on his own, entered the locker room without help and climbed into an ambulance while still wearing his pads. The team described the hospital visit as precautionary.
Swift Return to the Sideline
Watson reentered the stadium and jogged to the bench with 6:56 remaining in the third quarter. He returned to play with 4:01 left in that period and caught a 5-yard pass on the opening snap of the fourth quarter. A similar precautionary hospital trip occurred last season in Denver on Dec. 15 after a possible rib issue.
Strong Receiving Output Before Exit
Prior to leaving the game Watson recorded six catches for 100 yards. The 53-yard play marked his third reception of 50 or more yards this season, the highest total in the NFL. Since 2022 he has 11 such catches, second only to Nico Collins with 12. Watson also reached 13 receptions of 20 or more yards this season, second behind Jaxon Smith-Njigba with 14. Tight end Josh Whyle was ruled out with a concussion.
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