49ers, Packers Face Wide Receiver Injury Challenges In NFL Training Camps

As the 2025 NFL preseason approaches, the Green Bay Packers and San Francisco 49ers face significant injury challenges, particularly at the wide receiver position. The Packers' receiving corps is depleted with key players like Dontayvion Wicks and Jayden Reed dealing with injuries, causing concern ahead of their Family Night practice. Similarly, the 49ers are grappling with injuries to wide receivers including Jauan Jennings, whose calf strain has no clear return timetable, further straining a group already missing Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk. To address depth issues, the 49ers have signed several players including receivers Andy Isabella and Marquez Callaway, and running back Ameer Abdullah, while activating offensive lineman Ben Bartch from injury. Despite an elite defense bolstered by recent draft picks and stars like Nick Bosa and Fred Warner, the 49ers' offensive struggles, exacerbated by injuries and inconsistent quarterback play, threaten their overall success. Meanwhile, the Seattle Seahawks face a less severe but notable setback with left tackle Charles Cross undergoing finger surgery, expected to miss some preseason but return before the regular season starts.