Overview
- Watson told reporters via Rob Demovsky that his knee and hamstring are “just sore” and that he plans to play Sunday against the Giants.
- He appeared as a limited participant on the Week 11 injury report with knee and hamstring noted.
- He said the staff is managing his workload as he progresses from January’s ACL tear, describing precautionary limits on practice reps.
- He logged two catches for 45 yards on Monday and has averaged 23.5 yards per reception in three games, drawing media criticism of Matt LaFleur for keeping his targets low.
- The team reported CB Nate Hobbs did not practice, while several others were limited, including Lukas Van Ness, whose versatility LaFleur praised as he works back from a multi-week absence.