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PositiveInjurySep 11, 2026Zain Dhanani

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Packers WR Room: Christian Watson Jayden Reed Matthew Golden ---- Skyy Moore J. Michael Sturdivant ---- IR: Savion Williams It was already going to happen, but these route shares for the top 3 WRs are going to be large

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PositiveRoleSep 8, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

J. Michael Sturdivant secured a roster spot on the Packers by delivering strong performance in the final preseason game, demonstrating perseverance and clutch execution to lock up his place on the 53-man roster.

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PositiveDepth ChartSep 8, 2026Acme Packing Company

Sturdivant secured a 53-man roster spot after a strong final preseason performance; the source notes he 'saved his best for last, putting up big numbers in the Packers' final preseason game to lock up a roster spot,' establishing him as a depth chart contributor who earned his place through late-game production.

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PositiveRoleSep 8, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Undrafted rookie from Florida (Cal/UCLA transfer) who will back up Christian Watson as Z receiver while Savion Williams is sidelined; played similar roles on offense and special teams during summer. 6'2.5", 207-pound receiver with 4.40-second speed. Received reps as gunner on punt team, lead blocker on punt return, and 'off returner' on kickoff return. Had best preseason performance in finale: 6 receptions for 112 yards and touchdown—most yards a Packers receiver recorded in single preseason game since 2011.

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PositiveRoleSep 8, 2026Acme Packing Company

Undrafted rookie who will slide in behind Christian Watson as the backup Z receiver while Savion Williams is sidelined; played similar roles on offense and special teams during summer. Sturdivant received reps as a gunner on punt team, lead blocker on punt return team, and 'off returner' on kickoff return unit. At 6'2.5", 207 pounds with 4.40-second speed, he's familiar with special teams contribution from college. He had his best preseason performance in the finale with six receptions for 112 yards and a touchdown—the most yards a Packers receiver recorded in a single preseason game since 2011.

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PositiveValueSep 4, 2026Jacob Gibbs

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Best WR film from the 2026 draft class this preseason, imo: KC Concepcion (CLE) Cyrus Allen (KC) De'Zhaun Stribling (SF) Denzel Boston (CLE) Ja'Kobi Lane (BAL) Germie Bernard (PIT) Malachi Fields (NYG) Antonio Williams (WAS) Zavion Thomas (CHI) Zachariah Branch (ATL) Skyler Bell (BUF) Omar Cooper Jr. (NYJ) Barion Brown (NO) Elijah Sarratt (BAL) Deion Burks (IND) J. Michael Sturdivant (GB) Reggie Virgil (ARI) CJ Daniels (LAR) 🔹Maybe there's something here, probably not ready yet: Bryce Lance...

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PositiveRoleSep 1, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Sturdivant is an undrafted rookie expected to be active on the 48-man gameday roster for Week 1. He will serve as Watson's backup while Williams is out and plays similar special teams roles to Williams, including work as a gunner, lead blocker on punt return, and lead blocker on kick return. His special teams contributions helped secure his spot on the 53-man roster.

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PositiveDepth ChartSep 1, 2026Acme Packing Company

Undrafted rookie J. Michael Sturdivant is expected to be active on the gameday roster for Week 1 as the backup Z receiver while Savion Williams is out; he also plays similar special teams roles to Williams, including gunner, lead blocker on punt return, and lead blocker on kick return, which helped secure his spot on the 53-man roster.

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PositiveRoleAug 31, 2026Acme Packing Company

Made the Packers' 53-man roster as the 6th wide receiver after a strong preseason performance, including a 29-yard TD reception on a stalk-and-go route design in Week 3. The source notes this was Sturdivant's preseason standout moment, with the play design showcasing his ability to execute deceptive route concepts that exploit defensive reactions to screen looks.

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PositiveRoleAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Sturdivant scored a touchdown during the second quarter of a preseason game against Arizona on August 28, 2026, demonstrating offensive involvement in the Packers' preseason action.

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PositiveRoleAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Sturdivant, an undrafted free agent, is on track to extend an undrafted free-agent streak to 22 years with the Packers; unless something shocking happens, he will make the Week 1 roster.

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PositiveRoleAug 31, 2026Acme Packing Company

J. Michael Sturdivant, an undrafted free agent, is expected to make the Packers' Week 1 roster unless something shocking happens, continuing an undrafted free-agent streak that has lasted 22 years.

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PositiveRoleAug 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Undrafted free agent wide receiver J. Michael Sturdivant made the Green Bay Packers' Week 1 roster, poised to make it 22 consecutive years that the organization has had an undrafted free agent make the roster.

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PositiveRoleAug 30, 2026Acme Packing Company

Undrafted rookie J. Michael Sturdivant got the nod over Isaiah Neyor and Will Sheppard, who had also been working with the second-string offense this summer, earning a roster spot at receiver.

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PositiveRoleAug 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Undrafted rookie J. Michael Sturdivant got the nod over Isaiah Neyor and Will Sheppard, who had also been working with the second-string offense this summer; his selection for the 53-man roster signals he won a depth chart battle at receiver.

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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Acme Packing Company

Sturdivant has been the strongest roster contender among Packers bubble receivers, posting the best statistical performance of any Packers receiver in preseason: 9 catches for 142 yards and 1 TD across three games. Critically, he logged 19 snaps on special teams, including 6 and 3 snaps respectively on the Packers' crucial punt and kickoff coverage units. The source notes this is about all you could ask for from an undrafted player trying to make a 53-man roster case.

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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Sturdivant has been the strongest contender for a roster spot among lower-end Packers receivers; he finished the preseason with nine catches for 142 yards and a touchdown across three games. Beyond receiving production, he logged 19 snaps on special teams, including six and three snaps respectively on the Packers' crucial punt and kickoff coverage units, demonstrating the kind of dual-role value undrafted players need to make the 53-man roster.

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PositiveBreakoutAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Undrafted rookie J. Michael Sturdivant surpassed Isaiah Neyor on the depth chart in both special teams role and receiving production; in Week 3 of the preseason, Sturdivant posted 112 receiving yards, the most of any Packers receiver in a preseason game since 2011, per Sports Illustrated's Bill Huber, securing his spot on the 53-man roster.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 29, 2026Acme Packing Company

Sturdivant made the 53-man roster over Isaiah Neyor after excelling on special teams and posting 112 receiving yards in Week 3 of the preseason. According to Sports Illustrated's Bill Huber, Sturdivant's yardage was the most of any Packers receiver in a preseason game since 2011. Savion Williams notes the undrafted rookie streak will continue for another year.

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PositiveUsageAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Sturdivant posted a 20.6% target share (0.8% above NFL average) and caught 6 of 7 targets for 112 yards with +1.63 EPA per reception. His 14.14 ADOT was 3.3 yards above NFL average. He showed improved route diversity beyond deep routes: 1 Go route, 2 post routes, 2 hitches, and 2 quick outs. He operated primarily outside (5 targets) versus slot (2 targets) and performed well against both Man (+1.25) and Zone (+1.71) coverages.

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PositiveUsageAug 29, 2026Acme Packing Company

Sturdivant posted a 20.6% target share (0.8% above NFL average) and caught 6 of 7 targets for 112 yards and +1.63 EPA per reception. His 14.14-yard ADOT was 3.3 yards above average, but he showed improved route diversity beyond deep routes: 1 Go route, 2 post routes, 2 hitches, and 2 quick outs. He aligned outside on 5 targets and from the slot on 2, performing well against both Man (+1.25) and Zone (+1.71) coverages.

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PositiveNewsAug 29, 2026Zain Dhanani

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Hopefully you played the Kyle McCord-Kisean Johnson-J. Michael Sturdivant double stack in Preseason DFS tonight

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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Acme Packing Company

Undrafted free agent receiver identified as the most likely UDFA to make the Packers' 2026 initial 53-man roster on Sunday as a seventh receiver and special teams contributor. Led the team with six receptions for 112 yards in the preseason finale, despite KiSean Johnson hauling in one more touchdown.

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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Sturdivant led the Packers with six receptions for 112 yards in the preseason finale and is described as 'the most likely undrafted free agent to make the Packers' 2026 initial 53-man roster on Sunday as a seventh receiver and special teams contributor.' He is competing with Isaiah Neyor for a roster spot.

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PositiveRoleAug 28, 2026Acme Packing Company

Sturdivant showed significant route-running expansion and improved blocking in Week 2 preseason after being limited to go routes in Week 1. His explosion and speed remained on display, but he added sharp breaks at the top of shorter routes, demonstrating ability to threaten with speed then snap back inside—a skill that could serve him well with more room to work. Blocking process improved markedly from Week 1 tentative approach; he attacked blocks better and showed better understanding of positioning. Limited snaps this week due to injury sustained on a play where he attacked the outside shoulder before snapping back inside.

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NegativeInjuryAug 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Sturdivant suffered an injury in Week 2 preseason while executing a route break, limiting his snaps for the remainder of the week. Prior to the injury, he showed improved route-running with sharp breaks at the top of shorter routes and better blocking technique than Week 1, attacking blocks more decisively rather than appearing tentative. His speed and explosion remain on display, but the injury cut short his Week 2 evaluation.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 28, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Sturdivant is competing with Isaiah Neyor for a potential WR7 spot on the Packers roster; the final wide receiver battle is a key area to watch in the preseason finale against Arizona.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 28, 2026Acme Packing Company

Competing with Isaiah Neyor for a potential WR7 roster spot in the preseason finale; depth chart positioning will be clarified after Friday night's game.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 23, 2026Acme Packing Company

J. Michael Sturdivant is projected as WR7 and allocated one of the final three 'choose your own adventure' roster spots in the source's 53-man projection; likely to be among healthy scratches to start the year given the Packers' 48-player gameday roster limit.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 23, 2026Acme Packing Company

Wide receiver projected as WR7 on 53-man roster; one of three final 'choose your own adventure' roster spots. Likely to be among healthy scratches to start season as Packers can only carry 48 players on gameday roster.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 23, 2026Acme Packing Company

The source does not call J. Michael Sturdivant a roster lock but identifies him as the next man up at receiver; he ranks one spot lower than Isaiah Neyor in the pass-catching pecking order but has an advantage due to special teams training on various roles similar to Savion Williams, which helps in case of injury at receiver or defensive back. Sturdivant was evaluated for a concussion in Friday's game.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 23, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Projected as WR7 on the 53-man roster; one of the three 'choose your own adventure' roster spots that will likely be among the healthy scratches to start the year, as the Packers can only carry 48 players on gameday.

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NegativeInjuryAug 23, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

J. Michael Sturdivant was evaluated for a concussion during Friday's preseason game against Denver. The extent of the injury and his status going forward are unknown at the time of reporting.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 23, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The source does not call J. Michael Sturdivant a roster lock but projects him as the next man up at receiver. Sturdivant ranks one spot lower than Isaiah Neyor in the pass-catching pecking order but has an advantage due to his special teams contributions (training on various special teams roles similar to Savion Williams), which helps his roster chances in case of injury. Sturdivant's special teams background dates to college, where he was the lead blocker on Florida's kickoff team. However, Sturdivant was evaluated for a concussion after Friday's preseason game.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Sturdivant is a wide receiver who is among the top candidates to be waived on the day after the cutdown deadline if the Packers look to add a player via waivers. The source suggests that waiving him the day after cutdowns (rather than on cutdown day) could allow the team to retain him on the practice squad more safely.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Sturdivant is projected to claim the final receiver roster spot over Isaiah Neyor despite being technically one spot behind on the offensive depth chart. The source credits his special teams ability (punt gunner and lead blocker on punt return) as the deciding factor, noting it helps Green Bay cover injuries at receiver and defensive back. However, Sturdivant may have exited the Broncos game with a concussion, which muddies the projection.

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NegativeInjuryAug 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Receiver J. Michael Sturdivant was evaluated for a concussion following the Broncos game, though the diagnosis remains unknown per the source.

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NegativeInjuryAug 22, 2026Acme Packing Company

Receiver J. Michael Sturdivant was evaluated for a concussion following the Broncos game, but the diagnosis remains unknown per Matt Schneidman. Status for upcoming games unclear pending further evaluation.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 22, 2026Acme Packing Company

Sturdivant is identified as a top candidate to be waived on the day after the cutdown deadline if the Packers look to add a player via waivers. The source suggests waiving him after the initial cutdown rather than on cutdown day itself to keep him on the practice squad without risking immediate claims.

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PositiveRoleAug 22, 2026Acme Packing Company

Sturdivant is projected to claim the final receiver roster spot ahead of Isaiah Neyor, despite Neyor appearing one spot ahead on the offensive depth chart. Sturdivant's special teams ability (punt gunner and lead blocker on punt return) gives him an edge; however, he may have exited the Broncos game with a concussion, which could affect this projection.

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