Packers GM Brian Gutekunst said Christian Watson is expected back around the midway point of the 2025 season.

Fantasy Impact

Watson is continuing to work his way back from a torn ACL he suffered in Week 18 of last season. “Everything so far has been really good," Gutekunst said. "He’s been through this before, so he knows what to expect. It’s a big injury. It may take some time, but he’s got the right mindset, positive attitude toward it.” Watson is unlikely to be on the fantasy radar in 2025.

Christian Watson (knee) is feared to have torn his ACL against the Bears on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

It's a tough blow to the talented pass catcher. It looked like he finally got past the many injuries that had been nagging him since the start of his career. Sadly though, a lengthy recovery process looms over Watson, and it's likely we won't see him return to the Packers lineup until near the end of 2025. He ends the 2024 NFL season with 29 receptions for 620 yards, a ridiculous 21.4 yards per reception, and two scores.

Packers WR Christian Watson (knee) has been ruled out for the remainder of the game Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Watson suffered a non-contact injury to his knee and was carted off to the locker room. Non-contact injuries are almost always serious, so it is possible that Watson could miss time or the playoffs entirely. The Packers should provide an update on the severity of the injury after the game.

Christian Watson (knee) is active for Week 18 for the Green Bay Packers against the Chicago Bears.

Fantasy Impact

Watson returns after missing just one game due to the knee injury and is in line for increased snaps with fellow wideout Romeo Doubs (illness) sidelined against an inconsistent Bears defense Sunday.

Christian Watson (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bears.

Fantasy Impact

The Packers may be without Watson on Sunday. He's managing a knee injury right now and officially carries a questionable tag heading into the weekend. If he's ruled out ahead of game time, Romeo Doubs and Dontayvion Wicks will both be primed for more work in his absence.