Packers' Watson Injured in Chest, Cleared at Hospital After 100-Yard Half
The wide receiver left the Thursday Night Football loss with a chest injury and was later ruled questionable for the second half.
By Henry Wilson ·
Christian Watson left the field with a chest injury during the Week 8 matchup against the Carolina Panthers.
The Green Bay Packers wide receiver exited the second quarter of the Thursday Night Football game at Lambeau Field.
Team officials transported Watson to a nearby hospital for precautionary tests.
The team told Prime Video reporter Kaylee Hartung that Watson cleared those tests.
He returned to the stadium, but the Packers labeled him questionable to re-enter the contest early in the third quarter.
The injury occurred on a 53-yard reception that set up the Packers' second touchdown.
Watson collided with Panthers cornerback Will Lee III on that play.
Carolina ruled Lee doubtful to return with a hamstring injury.
Watson led all receivers in the first half with six catches for 100 yards.
His separation from the Panthers defense helped quarterback Jordan Love complete 17 of his first 20 passes.
Matthew Golden stepped in as the primary target during Watson's absence.
Golden caught a touchdown pass on the Packers' first possession without Watson on the field.', "He also redeemed a dropped would-be scoring pass from the previous play.", "Star tight end Tucker Kraft, who scored the team's first touchdown, is expected to see an increased role downfield.", "Injuries have defined Watson's NFL career.", "He has missed 20 games across five years in the league.", "His injury history includes a separate chest injury, three hamstring strains, an ankle sprain, three knee bruises, and an ACL tear.", "Watson also sustained a concussion during his rookie season in 2022.", "He has yet to play a full season in the NFL.
Source: CBS Sports
