Christian Watson Cleared, Returning to Lambeau
Packers wide receiver cleared after hospital evaluation, remains questionable for return.
The Brief
- Watson was cleared at a local hospital and is returning to Lambeau Field.
- Injured on a 53-yard reception, with sternoclavicular joint as possible concern.
- Panthers' Will Lee ruled out with hamstring injury from same play.
Christian Watson, the Packers' wide receiver, was cleared at a local hospital and is on his way back to Lambeau Field following a medical evaluation.
Watson was injured during a 53-yard reception with 9:11 remaining in the first half. He landed on the ball as Panthers cornerback Will Lee landed on him.
Watson was transported via ambulance to the hospital for further assessment, with the sternoclavicular joint being a potential issue.
The Packers initially listed Watson as questionable to return with a chest injury. He has six catches for 100 yards in the game, reaching a career-high 695 receiving yards for the season.
The Panthers have ruled out cornerback Will Lee with a hamstring injury, which occurred during the same play as Watson's injury.
Packers tight end Josh Whyle was ruled out with a concussion. Running back Josh Jacobs scored on a 4-yard reception from Jordan Love to give the Packers a 27-10 lead.
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