The Green Bay Packers are gearing up for a significant shake-up as NFL Free Agency looms on the horizon. Among the potential departures, wide receiver Romeo Doubs stands out.
Known for leading the team in targets, receptions, and receiving yards, Doubs has been a cornerstone of the Packers’ offense. However, his time in Green Bay might be nearing its end.
Doubs is expected to command a hefty contract on the open market, one that the Packers are unlikely to match. The franchise tag, with its $30 million price tag, is off the table, leaving Doubs poised to explore new opportunities. As insider Matt Schneidman of The Athletic puts it, Doubs is "as good as gone."
The conversation around Doubs' future surfaced amid discussions about Matthew Golden, whose role is set to expand in the upcoming 2026 season. The Packers have been bracing for Doubs' exit, and while it's a tough pill to swallow, it could yield benefits in the form of compensatory draft picks in 2027. Doubs, along with players like Rasheed Walker and Malik Willis, could help the Packers secure valuable picks in the 3rd and 4th rounds.
It's never easy to part ways with a player you've nurtured from the start. Doubs, a 4th-round pick, has consistently outperformed expectations, becoming a reliable target over the past four years, especially during the early Jordan Love era.
Yet, the Packers seem prepared for this transition. With the emergence of 2025 1st-round pick Matthew Golden and the presence of talents like Jayden Reed, Dontayvion Wicks, Savion Williams, and Christian Watson, the team is well-equipped to move forward. Additionally, they anticipate a significant contribution from Tucker Kraft in the passing game once he's back to full strength.
While Doubs' departure may mark the end of an era, it also signals a new chapter for the Packers' receiving corps, one filled with potential and promise.