Before being claimed off waivers by the Baltimore Ravens on Tuesday, former Clemson star wide receiver Sammy Watkins was released by the Green Bay Packers on Monday prior to their 24-12 win over the Los Angeles Rams on Monday Night Football.
In his postgame press conference, Packers head coach Matt LaFleur explained why the team moved on from Watkins, saying it had to do with promoting running back Patrick Taylor from the practice squad to the active roster.
The Packers needed Taylor as a third running back behind Aaron Jones and A.J. Dillon.