Christian Watson injury update: Latest on Packers WR for Fantasy Football Week 3

Christian Watson was supposed to be the top target in the new Green Bay Packers offense. He was a big player for them last year and was poised to make the leap to WR1 this season, but he has been injured. He hasn't played a single snap in two regular-season games, which the Packers have split. But is he coming back soon?

Is Christian Watson coming back?

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Christian Watson injury update

Christian Watson was listed as questionable before being ruled out against the Chicago Bears and the Atlanta Falcons.

Last week, Watson missed the first two days of practice. However, he was able to go in a limited capacity on Friday, which bodes well for his availability this week. As long as he's practicing, he should have a good chance at suiting up this week.

Whenever he does make it back into the lineup, he should be a viable fantasy option. In his place, Jayden Reed has done pretty well for Green Bay.

Last year, Watson was the favorite for Jordan Love in the limited playing time that the young quarterback received. In the absence of Aaron Rodgers, Love is now the starter and should send targets Watson's way if he's healthy.

The two hooked up for long touchdowns last year, so more of the same can be expected this year. It hasn't happened yet, but fantasy managers should feel good about Watson when the wide receiver does finally get on the field.

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What happened to Christian Watson?

Christian Watson missed time last season with a hamstring issue. The second-year wide receiver was hoping to avoid any downtime this year, but he injured the same hamstring in the practices leading up to Week 1. He ultimately missed that game and the next.

The talented wide receiver has a good burst, which is dependent on a strong hamstring. If it's hurt, even slightly, it hampers his game. He can't get down the field or run routes crisply if he has an injury.

The second-year pro has shown flashes of being a very good wide receiver, but he's been slowed by injuries. The Packers will hope he can recover and help them return to the playoffs.

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When will Christian Watson return?

Christian Watson is considered day-to-day at this point. While he does seem to have a good chance to play on Sunday against the New Orleans Saints, he is still questionable.

However, if the injury lingers, he will probably remain out and target a Week 4 return against the Detroit Lions. He's going to be week-to-week until he is declared healthy, but this injury is unlikely to keep him out for multiple weeks at a time.