Packers' Sammy Watkins Placed on NFI List Because of Injury amid NFL Training Camp

Some health concerns at the wide receiver position are being dealt with by the Packers.

Sammy Watkins was placed on the active/non- football injury list, which is reserved for players who suffer injuries in non- football settings.

The Packers placed nine players on the physically unable to perform list, according to Field Yates.

The Packers traded Davante Adams to the Las Vegas Raiders and watched a teammate sign with the Kansas City Chiefs, so the wide receiver spot has been under scrutiny.

The loss of five-time Pro Bowler Adams made it even more important for the Packers to get more weapons. Watkins was a one-year signee when he was a second-round draft pick out of North Dakota State.

The timing of the health questions for each on the same day feels cruel, despite the fact that the Green Bay Packers are interested in signing future Hall of Famers.

Watkins has the chance to be the team's top wide receiver if he stays healthy.

He has played for five different teams in his career, including the Buffalo Bills, Los Angeles Rams, Kansas CityChiefs, and Baltimore Ravens.

He has never lived up to the expectations that come with being drafted, but he has five different campaigns with more than 500 yards through the air.

Playing with Rodgers in an offense without elite weapons seems like a chance for Watkins to rack up the targets as he looks to help replace Adams.

First, he needs to be healthy.