The Green Bay Packers are set to have wide receiver Romeo Doubs return to practice this week after he missed two practices last week and was suspended for one game due to conduct detrimental to the team. Packers GM Brian Gutekunst addressed the situation in a statement, saying, “We had to make the tough decision to suspend Romeo for this week’s game. His actions negatively impacted the team, which required this response. While we’re disappointed, we’re confident we can move forward positively. Romeo is an important part of our team, and we look forward to having him back next week.”
Although the suspension sparked trade rumors, it appears both sides have smoothed things over. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported that a productive meeting took place regarding Doubs’ future.
Currently, the Packers’ top three wide receivers are Jayden Reed, Dontayvion Wicks, and Doubs. While they are a talented group, none have emerged as a true star yet. Reed shows promise, but questions surround Doubs and Christian Watson.
Watson, who missed eight games last season due to injury, is now dealing with an ankle problem, raising concerns about his durability. Meanwhile, Doubs’ recent suspension has added some off-field drama.
There has also been speculation about the Packers pursuing a trade for Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill, especially with Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa sidelined indefinitely. Though unlikely, SportsBetting.ag gives the Packers the seventh-best odds to acquire Hill. However, his production has slowed with Tagovailoa out.
Nonetheless, the Packers’ current receiving core led by Reed, who finished last season with 64 catches for 793 yards and 8 touchdowns, remains solid. Doubs also contributed with 59 catches for 674 yards and 8 scores. While a trade for Hill seems improbable, the Packers would certainly be interested if Miami made him available.
