When it comes to building a reliable offense in the NFL, availability isn't just a bonus - it's a cornerstone. And for the Green Bay Packers, Romeo Doubs has been exactly that: consistently available, consistently productive, and consistently underrated.
Aside from a brief concussion and a one-game suspension back in 2024, Doubs has been on the field week in and week out over his four-year run in Green Bay. That kind of durability has made him a steady presence in a receiving corps that’s often been anything but.
Now, with his rookie contract expiring, the Packers are staring down a big decision. Do they lock in one of their most dependable pass-catchers, or do they let him walk and lean into their younger talent?
Let’s look at what Doubs brings to the table.
In 2025, he led the team in targets (85), receptions (55), receiving yards (724), and tied for the lead in receiving touchdowns with six. Sure, some of that production came out of necessity - other receivers missed time - but that’s part of the story.
Doubs stayed healthy. He showed up.
He got open. And he produced.
He’s developed a strong connection with quarterback Jordan Love, and while he may not be a prototypical WR1, he’s a high-level complementary piece in Matt LaFleur’s system. That kind of continuity - a receiver who knows the offense, knows the quarterback, and delivers when called upon - isn’t easy to find. Especially for a team that’s still ironing out the wrinkles in other areas of the roster.
But here’s where things get complicated.
The reasons for potentially moving on from Doubs have less to do with his performance and more to do with the Packers’ broader roster and financial picture.
First, the free-agent receiver market isn’t exactly stacked. After George Pickens and Mike Evans, Doubs is in the next tier of available wideouts, alongside names like Alec Pierce, Jauan Jennings, Rashid Shaheed, and Deebo Samuel. That puts Doubs in a strong position to cash in - and Spotrac projects his market value at $12 million per year on a four-year, $48 million deal.
That’s a well-earned payday for Doubs. But it might be a tough pill for Green Bay to swallow, especially considering their cap situation and other roster priorities.
Then there’s the context behind his 2025 stats. Tight end Tucker Kraft was on pace to lead the team in most receiving categories before tearing his ACL. Even with just eight games played, Kraft matched Doubs in touchdowns and averaged over 60 receiving yards per game - well above Doubs’ 45.3.
Christian Watson’s story is similar. After missing the early part of the season recovering from an ACL injury, he returned to play 10 games and still managed to match Doubs’ touchdown total, average more yards per game and per catch, and finish just 113 yards behind him in total receiving yards - despite playing six fewer games.
That context matters. It suggests that while Doubs was the statistical leader, he may not have been the most dynamic or impactful receiver on the field.
And the Packers’ actions last offseason speak volumes. They gave Watson a one-year extension while letting Doubs play out his rookie deal.
That move signaled where their priorities lie. Committing big money to Doubs now could complicate their ability to give Watson a longer-term deal - something that appears to be on the horizon.
Then there’s the youth movement. Green Bay spent a first-round pick last April on wide receiver Matthew Golden, and while his rookie season didn’t light up the stat sheet, the lack of impact had more to do with how the team used (or didn’t use) him than with his talent.
The Packers also grabbed Savion Williams in the third round of that same draft. Investing in two receivers that early suggests they’re planning for a future that doesn’t include all of Doubs, Watson, Jayden Reed, and Dontayvion Wicks.
And let’s be real - keeping all four long-term was never going to happen.
So here’s the bottom line: Romeo Doubs has been a rock for this offense. He’s tough, he’s dependable, and he’s earned the trust of his quarterback. If the Packers can find a way to keep him without compromising their long-term flexibility, they should absolutely consider it.
But if it comes down to dollars - and it often does - Doubs may be catching passes in a different uniform come 2026.
That doesn’t mean the Packers are in trouble. Even without Doubs, this offense has serious upside.
Kraft will be back. Golden and Williams bring untapped potential.
And Watson, when healthy, is a game-breaker.
Still, losing a player like Doubs - someone who’s done everything asked of him and more - isn’t easy. He’s not just a stat line. He’s part of the identity this offense has built over the past few seasons.
If there’s a middle ground to be found, Green Bay would be wise to explore it. Because while you can never have too many weapons, you also can’t undervalue the ones who’ve already proven they can deliver.