Matt LaFleur’s offense already has some quality receivers. Five quality receivers in fact. Jayden Reed and Christian Watson are the speedy, big-play receivers who can stretch the field. Romeo Doubs and Dontayvion Wicks are the reliable options for Jordan Love on key downs. Former seventh-round pick and waiver claim Bo Melton is also another receiver that can’t be counted out (15 receptions for 211 yards and a touchdown over the final three regular season games).

Now, there are some teams that like to go into the regular season with five wide receivers on the final roster. Others like to go in with six or seven. Green Bay also doesn’t have a receiver that has played more than two NFL seasons. Perhaps the addition of a veteran like free agent receiver Micael Thomas would be welcomed. Here is why the move could make sense:

Productive No. 1 WR Experience 

Despite being 31 and battling major injuries each of the last four years, perhaps a change of scenery is all a great player needs to turn his career around. From 2016 to 2019, Thomas was one of the best receivers in the sport. He caught 470 passes, including an NFL-record 149 in 2019. He recorded at least 1,100 receiving yards in each of those four seasons too. His connection with Drew Brees at the end of his career was maybe the best during that span.

Thomas has unfortunately played in just a total of 20 games over four seasons. The Packers know how to be smart when it comes to injury-prone players. This wouldn’t be a typical Packers move, but that just might be why they should sign him.

How Thomas Would Fit

The former All-Pro is not a No. 1 wide receiver anymore. That time has passed. But he could still be a valuable role player that Jordan Love could count on. He stands at 6-3 and weighs close to 215 pounds. His size could be extremely valuable, especially in the red zone. Green Bay needs more size too. Only Christian Watson stands taller than Thomas. Additionally, Thomas is still searching for a Super Bowl ring. An experienced receiver with size and a desire to win wouldn’t be the worst addition, especially if it’s on a one-year deal.