The Green Bay Packers made another big-time move on Tuesday, reportedly signing wide receiver Christian Watson to a one-year extension worth $13.25 million.
On the surface, the decision looks like one for the future. However, it tells us a lot about where the Packers stand on Watson, and it likely doesn't bode well for backup wide receiver Malik Heath.
Last month, Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst hinted that Watson might return from a torn ACL sooner than expected. He said the 2022 second-round pick would likely begin the season on the PUP list — which he did — but would be "chomping at the bit" to return after that.