Jayden Reed Clarifies Role After Packers’ WR Drafts

Following the 2025 NFL Draft, where the Packers selected Matthew Golden in the first round and Savion Williams in the third, Jayden Reed clarified that his agent’s meeting with GM Brian Gutekunst was a pre-planned onboarding step rather than a reaction to the new draft picks. The conversation, which was intended to be confidential, was reportedly misinterpreted in public as a response to the draft. Packers management assured Reed that his status as the team's top receiver remains unchanged, although he is expected to compete for the WR1 position as the roster evolves. Reed, who has led the team in receptions and receiving yards for two seasons, is prioritizing leadership and team success amid injuries and upcoming free agency. The Packers are aiming to build on consecutive postseason appearances with quarterback Jordan Love at the helm. The team seeks to strengthen its receiving corps and pursue its first Super Bowl since 2011.