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NFL·INJURY·October 30, 2026 10:48 AM ET

Christian Watson returns to sideline after mid-game ambulance ride

Watson suffered a broken rib in Thursday's 27-19 victory.

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Christian Watson was determined to get back on the field Thursday despite coughing up blood and having to take an ambula Via @ESPNNFL on X

What happened: Christian Watson exited Thursday's contest in an ambulance for X-rays and a CT scan after coughing up blood. He returned to the stadium by 9:19 p.m., ran down the tunnel, and re-entered the game to catch two passes. Watson confirmed after the 27-19 victory that he played through a broken rib.

Why it matters: The victory pushed Green Bay to 5-3, keeping the team in possession of the NFC's seventh seed. Watson is officially listed as questionable following the diagnosis, creating uncertainty for the receiving corps moving forward.

By the numbers: Green Bay: 5-3 (streak W1, NFC seed 7). Watson: listed questionable with a broken rib; caught two passes in the 27-19 win over Carolina.

What to watch: Watson's practice participation will be monitored on the upcoming injury reports to evaluate his availability for Week 10.

Sources

  • @espnNFL 

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