Latest News About Packers receiver inked one-year extension on 9/9/2025

Updated 2026-06-18 12:57

Christian Watson signed a short-term deal with the Green Bay Packers on September 9, 2025, valued at $11 million in new money, including a $6.07 million signing bonus; void years used for cap for cap planning. Base is about $11 million, with guarantees, guaranteed at $6 million, plus roster bonuses that affect cap hits in subsequent years. Initial reporting noted uncertainty around 2026 cap impact. In summary the Packers committing to Watson with cap planning in mind.

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Christian Watson contract and salary cap details, including signing bonus, guaranteed salary, dead money, roster bonuses, and contract history

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