It's not even training camp and Packers already trusting the wrong starter

The Green Bay Packers enter training camp with a talented young roster but face challenges in determining optimal starting lineups, particularly regarding playing time distribution. Head coach Matt LaFleur bears significant responsibility for resolving these lineup decisions.

Concerns center on wide receiver Romeo Doubs, who is entering a contract year in 2025 following an injury-plagued season featuring two concussions. The Packers have signaled concern about Doubs' development by drafting receivers Matthew Golden and Savion Williams in 2025, yet the team risks hindering progress if Doubs retains automatic starter status.

Doubs played the second-most receiver snaps behind Jayden Reed last season, but the Packers possess sufficient depth to reduce his role. Dontayvion Wicks deserves increased involvement, while Golden represents the franchise's highest receiver draft investment since 2002. Guaranteeing Doubs' starting position conflicts with both immediate competitiveness and long-term planning, as other receivers offer greater upside and alignment with the team's future.

With Doubs unlikely to be a re-signing priority for GM Brian Gutekunst, the Packers should actively seek trade opportunities for him within the next six weeks rather than maintaining his current presumed starting status.