Packers Trade Candidates

[Heyjoe4]

With the trade of George Pickens to the Cowboys, talk has picked up about the possibility of the Packers moving Doubs.

I think realistically the Packers could get a 4th or 5th round pick for him. He isn't as good as Pickens, but he also doesn't seem to be as high maintenance. He also has the concussion issues.

The argument against trading Doubs is basically just that he has a good rapport with Love and you don't want to take a comfortable target away from a growing QB.

However, I think the arguments to trade him are many:

1) You're going to let him walk next off-season, so it makes sense to get something for him now. One could argue that it makes more sense to wait and get the comp. pick, but the Packers have so many guys slated to his FA next season (Willis, Watson, Walker, Rhyan, Enagbare...) that they could trade one or two guys this off-season for 2026 draft capital and still end up receiving the maximum number of comp. picks (four) in the 2027 draft.

2) The Packers have a glut of pass catchers who are on a similar level. Wicks is a better receiver than Doubs provided his drop issue resolves. Reed and Kraft deserve targets. Musgrave may still factor into the offense, along with the running backs. Plus you've added a 1st round WR and a 3rd round WR. That's a lot of mouths to feed, considering...

3) This has become a run-heavy offense. The run-pass ratio last year was 52/48. Part of that was due to the Willis stint and Love's injuries, but the moves to fortify the OL with people movers this off-season would seem to indicate that they want to feature the running game. So the passing offense, while I project it to be very good, is going to be lower volume.

4) While not a headache on the level of a Pickens, Doubs has been a malcontent at times. I don't need any of that in a lockerroom as young as Green Bay's. Doubs also isn't nearly good enough to try to pull that kind of thing.

Ideally, the Packers can trade Doubs and Enagbare this off-season for mid round picks in 2026 or for help at DT. They can then lock up Walker and Tom and prepare to let the rest of the FA's walk, accruing a bunch of a comp. picks in 2027. Keep loading up on 9-12 player draft classes, keeping the roster young, cheap, and talented.

I haven't heard any rumblings about the Packers looking to trade Doubs. Do you have a source or two?

Like JA, I think there is too much uncertainty around Doubs to make him a viable trade candidate. He was arguably the #3 WR behind Watson and Reed, but his performances were spotty, he had that midseason suspension for reasons still unknown, and he clearly has a concussion problem. As a GM, I wouldn't trade for a guy with so many unknowns.

Finally, he has good hands and makes for a good possession receiver when he is available. I think he stays this year.

 

[Pkrjones]

I haven't heard any rumblings about the Packers looking to trade Doubs. Do you have a source or two?

Steelers rumored to have trade interest in wide receiver Aaron Rodgers would love | Sporting News Canada

The Pittsburgh Steelers sent out one of their top receivers in a trade on Wednesday. Now, they're reportedly interested in another wideout who could slot in right behind DK Metcalf on the depth chart.

www.sportingnews.com

 

[tynimiller]

Gute: Yes Doubs is available, for your 2026 2nd we will give you Doubs and our 2026 4th and 2027 7th

 

[Heyjoe4]

Steelers rumored to have trade interest in wide receiver Aaron Rodgers would love | Sporting News Canada

The Pittsburgh Steelers sent out one of their top receivers in a trade on Wednesday. Now, they're reportedly interested in another wideout who could slot in right behind DK Metcalf on the depth chart.

www.sportingnews.com

Thanks Pkr. I'm a little surprised that the Steelers (or any team) would have a serious interest in Doubs, given his history (suspension last season and history of concussions). Doubs is like Watson - a lot of potential not matched by consistent production.

Ty proposes a deal (see comment above) that sounds very interesting, giving the Packers another second round pick in 2026. If the Steelers were willing to go that route it would be too good to pass up.

Don't get me wrong, I like Doubs (and Watson). But I can't say with any assurance that I feel good (or bad) about their respective futures in the NFL. At this point, I just don't know.

Doubs looks like a solid possession receiver with good route instincts and reliable hands. And with a receiver room that now includes Golden, Williams, Doubs, Reed, and Wicks at the top, there are only so many times each will get targeted. That's a long way of suggesting a trade of Doubs is worth pursuing right now.

 

[Curly Calhoun]

Thanks Pkr. I'm a little surprised that the Steelers (or any team) would have a serious interest in Doubs, given his history (suspension last season and history of concussions). Doubs is like Watson - a lot of potential not matched by consistent production.

Ty proposes a deal (see comment above) that sounds very interesting, giving the Packers another second round pick in 2026. If the Steelers were willing to go that route it would be too good to pass up.

Don't get me wrong, I like Doubs (and Watson). But I can't say with any assurance that I feel good (or bad) about their respective futures in the NFL. At this point, I just don't know.

Doubs looks like a solid possession receiver with good route instincts and reliable hands. And with a receiver room that now includes Golden, Williams, Doubs, Reed, and Wicks at the top, there are only so many times each will get targeted. That's a long way of suggesting a trade of Doubs is worth pursuing right now.

My guess is that Doubs will stay in Green Bay for now at least. Watson is unavailable for the time being, Wicks did not perform as well as hoped for last season, so Doubs stays for now.

I'll stand by to have the Pack prove me wrong.

 

[Heyjoe4]

My guess is that Doubs will stay in Green Bay for now at least. Watson is unavailable for the time being, Wicks did not perform as well as hoped for last season, so Doubs stays for now.

I'll stand by to have the Pack prove me wrong.

Agreed. If/when Golden and/or Williams turn into productive WRs, keeping Doubs is the best thing to do for the team - and that's assuming he can play and still wants to play. He's not a flashy guy but he usually gets the job done. Just too risky to part ways with him until Golden and Williams get their chances, and if Wicks can learn to catch the ball.

 

[tynimiller]

Thanks Pkr. I'm a little surprised that the Steelers (or any team) would have a serious interest in Doubs, given his history (suspension last season and history of concussions). Doubs is like Watson - a lot of potential not matched by consistent production.

Ty proposes a deal (see comment above) that sounds very interesting, giving the Packers another second round pick in 2026. If the Steelers were willing to go that route it would be too good to pass up.

Don't get me wrong, I like Doubs (and Watson). But I can't say with any assurance that I feel good (or bad) about their respective futures in the NFL. At this point, I just don't know.

Doubs looks like a solid possession receiver with good route instincts and reliable hands. And with a receiver room that now includes Golden, Williams, Doubs, Reed, and Wicks at the top, there are only so many times each will get targeted. That's a long way of suggesting a trade of Doubs is worth pursuing right now.

To be fair that’s my opening pitch but highly doubt Pittsburgh would do it.

I’d likely settle for like 2026 4th and 2027 5th for Doubs and a 2027 6th type or similar.

This is TOUGH for me to write though because everyone knows my preference to Doubs…but facilitating this trade does accomplish future things

- we are facing a young roster coming into second contract windows…the value of draft picks is high to supplement and replace.

- Wicks is granted one more year to illustrate he can be more than just one of the best separators in the game and fill Doubs void left along with Golden helping some.

- It provides IMO a final solid look at Heath who could be an incredibly cheap resign who has shined when asked but has simply not had many chances.

- Takes Savion from gadget role guy that might see five snaps a game average up to maybe ten or so to get a real picture of what he is.

- takes one additional guy off the Ball and Gute contract discussions pending

 

[OldSchool101]

I’ve got mixed feelings and there are obvious uncertainties similar to J’aire. My guess is he’s not going to be here in 2026. He’ll either continue down the same path or price himself out if GB if he expands production. I think Golden, Savion and Hardman are all insurance policies on Watson, Doubs and one more depth player.

I could definitely see a trade and imo a 4th straight up would be a reasonable asking price. Maybe maybe throw them a 7th back as a sweetener etc but otherwise I’d just keep him. It’s likely at least 1 WR misses time. Anything less than a 4th for me isn’t enough to lose a quality WR3 in a Win now.

 

[Heyjoe4]

To be fair that’s my opening pitch but highly doubt Pittsburgh would do it.

I’d likely settle for like 2026 4th and 2027 5th for Doubs and a 2027 6th type or similar.

This is TOUGH for me to write though because everyone knows my preference to Doubs…but facilitating this trade does accomplish future things

- we are facing a young roster coming into second contract windows…the value of draft picks is high to supplement and replace.

- Wicks is granted one more year to illustrate he can be more than just one of the best separators in the game and fill Doubs void left along with Golden helping some.

- It provides IMO a final solid look at Heath who could be an incredibly cheap resign who has shined when asked but has simply not had many chances.

- Takes Savion from gadget role guy that might see five snaps a game average up to maybe ten or so to get a real picture of what he is.

- takes one additional guy off the Ball and Gute contract discussions pending

Thanks for the clarification. It's hard to do value assessments when a relatively unproven player, like Doubs, is involved. It would be nice to get a 2nd rounder, but unrealistic.

I still believe that like JA, Doubs will still be in GB for 2025-2026. If he has a career year, he'll get paid, by somebody. In that scenario, and with two rookie WRs on the team, they may choose to pay him. It would be a nice problem to have.

The challenge is getting all these WRs enough snaps to prove anything. I hope that by the end of the season, there is clarity re: the top 3 WRs.