Christian Watson signed a four‑year extension worth $110.5 million, adding a $31 million signing bonus, sources told ESPN. The 27‑year‑old, who returned from a torn ACL with an $11 million one‑year deal last September, now averages $27.6 million per year. The deal follows Jayden Reed’s three‑year, $50.25 million extension signed in April. The deal makes Watson the highest‑paid receiver and underscores Green Bay’s pass‑first direction.

Watson posted 35 catches for 611 yards and six touchdowns in the final ten games of 2025, leading the league with a 17.5‑yard average per reception from weeks 8‑18. Seventeen of his catches went for 16 or more yards, ranking third among players with at least 30 receptions. In four seasons he has amassed 133 catches, 2,264 yards and 20 scores. boosting the Packers’ aerial threat.

The extensions arrive after Green Bay lost Romeo Doubs to New England and dealt Dontayvion Wicks to Philadelphia, leaving quarterback Jordan Love with a deep receiving corps. Love praised the group, noting Watson, Reed and rookie Matthew Golden form the top three options. With both star receivers secured, the Packers lock in their primary weapons for the upcoming season. offering cap flexibility for future moves.