Packers wide receiver Christian Watson taken to hospital after chest injury
Christian Watson left the Thursday Night Football game with a chest injury and was transported to a local hospital for precautionary testing, while the Packers listed him as questionable for the next game.
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson was injured during a 53-yard reception against the Carolina Panthers on Thursday Night Football. After securing the catch, Watson fell to the ground and remained down, receiving immediate attention from the team's medical staff. He later exited the field under his own power and was taken to the team's medical tent for evaluation.
The Packers announced Watson was "questionable" for the upcoming game due to a chest injury. Shortly thereafter, sideline reporter Kaylee Hartung reported that Watson was being transported to a local hospital for precautionary testing. The broadcast showed Watson climbing into an ambulance while still wearing his uniform.
Watson finished the game with six catches for 100 yards and a lost fumble. In his absence, backup receiver Matthew Golden saw increased playing time and recorded a 24-yard touchdown on the team's first-half scoring drive. Savion Williams contributed an 18-yard run and led the Packers in rushing yards.
Bo Melton is listed as Watson's official backup on the depth chart, but the team is expected to rely primarily on Golden and Williams for receiving duties.
The Packers have not provided further updates on Watson's condition beyond the hospital transport for precautionary testing.