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Packers WR Melton Dumps Cornerback Role
28 May
Summary
- Bo Melton's cornerback experiment concluded; he's returning to wide receiver.
- Melton played zero defensive snaps despite training camp practice.
- Packers added defensive help, freeing Melton to play his natural position.
The Green Bay Packers' brief experiment of converting wide receiver Bo Melton to cornerback has concluded. Despite practicing at the defensive position during training camp last season out of necessity, Melton did not log any defensive snaps in games. He continued to contribute on offense, catching four passes for 107 yards and a touchdown.
With the team now having added depth at cornerback through free agency and the draft, Melton has shifted back to wide receiver. This strategic move allows him to focus on a position where he has found success in coach Matt LaFleur's offense. The departure of key wide receivers also opens up competition and potential targets for Melton.
The cornerback experiment, while short-lived, was seen as a way to keep Melton on the roster given a logjam at receiver last year. However, his versatility on special teams and potential contributions as a sixth receiver now make him a strong candidate for a roster spot. His stock is rising as he returns to his more comfortable and potentially impactful role on offense.
