The Green Bay Packers have known since the start of the offseason that their wide receiver room was crowded, and they would eventually need to make some tough decisions. As the preseason winds down, it's becoming increasingly clear who may be the odd man out — and he might have seen it coming, based on a cryptic Instagram post he made some time ago.
“The post quickly caught the attention of football fans, many of whom saw it as a sign that something might be going on behind the scenes in Green Bay. While nothing has been confirmed, the image sparked speculation that Doubs may be frustrated with his role or future with the team,” Steelers Nation’s Anthony G. Halkias II wrote.
Romeo Doubs also suffered an injury during a recent practice — a back issue caused by a collision.
“Romeo Doubs is down. Small collision with Evan Williams on a deep incompletion and Doubs hit the ground. Very, very slow to get up. Appears to be his lower back,” reported Matt Schneidman of The Athletic.
Between the injury and the social media post, signs are pointing to Doubs potentially being the receiver on the outside looking in. Speculation has intensified since he reportedly chose not to return to practice, even though he was capable of doing so.
“The Packers have had plenty of drama in the receiver room. But the issues between Doubs and the Packers go beyond Josh Jacobs demanding a No. 1 receiver during Super Bowl week. At this time one year ago, Doubs was part of a stable of promising pass-catchers, but heading into Saturday’s game, he’s one of the players on Green Bay’s chopping block,” wrote Chris Schad of Dairyland Express. “Doubs also admitted that he decided against returning from the injury in time for joint practices against the Indianapolis Colts last week, saying ‘I made a decision and that’s that,’ according to John Miller of NBC 26 in Green Bay.”
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Doubs’ choice not to return from injury, despite being able to, speaks volumes. It’s an unfortunate situation for the young receiver, who has spent his entire NFL career in Green Bay. But with his recent actions and the current depth at the position, the organization may have no choice but to move on.