Packers coach Matt LaFleur is sick of the WR1 discussion (literally)

Ever since Davante Adams left the building, the Green Bay Packers have lacked a "true WR1." It's a topic we keep hearing about.

Who will become the Packers' WR1? Is that player on the roster? But this isn't Madden or fantasy football. Green Bay has four wide receivers with complementary skill sets, and they will all play a significant role in Matt LaFleur's offense.

Christian Watson is a difference-maker. A game-changer. When healthy, defensive coordinators have nightmares figuring out how to prevent him from hurting them deep. The Dallas Cowboys often put three defenders on him in last season's wild-card round.

It allowed Romeo Doubs to dominate, putting together the Packers' third-highest receiving total in a playoff game ever. Doubs is arguably the "WR1." Then there are Jayden Reed and Dontayvion Wicks, who played like future Pro Bowlers in their rookie seasons.

Do the Packers have a WR1? Do they need one? LaFleur has heard enough.

Matt LaFleur wants to 'vomit' anytime he hears Packers WR1 conversation

If you find yourself wondering about the Packers' WR1 situation, just remember one golden rule: Do not ask Matt LaFleur.

"I want to vomit every time I hear 'number one receiver,' to be honest. It drives me crazy," said LaFleur.

"That's something you guys talk about. I think we've got a bunch of them. I think the beauty of them is they are all capable of doing many things, which gives us a lot of versatility from an offensive perspective in terms of how we use these guys and deploy their talents."

He's right.

The Packers have possibly the least selfish receiving group in the league. They know how they collectively stress defenses and make life easier for Jordan Love. They don't need to have the guy dominating the targets.

In one game, Watson will catch two touchdowns, as he did against the Kansas City Chiefs. The next, it could be Romeo Doubs dominating like he did in the playoffs. Even Bo Melton stepped up with a 100-yard performance last year.

The Packers' receiving corps can beat defenses in different ways, depending on matchups. Watson's speed and athleticism make him a big-play machine. Doubs thrives in contested catch situations. Wicks wins with his release and route-running—he is always open. Reed dominates after the catch, making him a perfect slot receiver in this offense.

Together, they can have an even bigger season in 2024. LaFleur is right.

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