April 28, 2025
GREEN BAY, Wis. – The Green Bay Packers are poised for a blockbuster, predicted to trade for Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jakobi Meyers in a deal sending Romeo Doubs and a 2026 fourth-round pick to Vegas, sources told ESPN Monday.
Green Bay Packers Receive: Jakobi Meyers
Las Vegas Raiders Receive: Romeo Doubs, 2026 Fourth-Round Pick
Meyers, 29, posted 1,000 yards and 4 touchdowns in 2024, leading the Raiders after Davante Adams’ trade (NFL.com). His $10.5 million cap hit in 2025, the final year of a $33 million deal, fits Green Bay’s $47 million cap space (Spotrac).
The Packers, fresh off drafting Matthew Golden at No. 23, need a reliable WR2 with Christian Watson sidelined by an ACL tear. “Meyers is a game-changer,” GM Brian Gutekunst said, eyeing his 80.1 PFF grade and zero fumbles in 2024 (PFF).
Doubs, 25, notched 700 yards but stirred drama with a 2024 suspension. With Golden, Jayden Reed, and Dontayvion Wicks, his expendability grew. The 2026 pick sweetens the deal for Las Vegas, rebuilding after a 6-11 season (The Athletic).
Meyers’ 12.8 yards per catch and crisp routes bolster Green Bay’s 11th-ranked passing attack. Paired with Golden’s 4.29-second speed, he could unlock Jordan Love’s 3,947-yard arm, complementing Josh Jacobs’ 1,329 yards (Packers Wire).
Las Vegas, flush with cap space, gains Doubs’ youth and a future pick to support Aidan O’Connell. “Romeo’s a fit,” Raiders GM Tom Telesco said. The trade aligns with their shift to younger receivers like Tre Tucker (ESPN).
The Packers’ 11-6 wild-card exit exposed receiver depth issues. Meyers, a 2023 Pro Bowl alternate, offers stability, while Doubs’ departure risks fan backlash. With Jaire Alexander’s trade talks ongoing, Green Bay’s all-in for 2025 (CBS Sports).
As OTAs loom, Meyers could redefine Green Bay’s offense. Will this $33 million upgrade propel the Packers past NFC North rivals and into the Super Bowl conversation?
