The Packers would’ve been in a tight spot if Abbrederis hadn't been cleared this week, with this weekend's cut-downs looming. If waived injured, the Packers would not be allowed to re-sign Abbrederis to the active roster or practice squad until six weeks after his injury settlement runs out.
Instead, they get a chance to see if he can carry over what he did at Wisconsin, where he ranked second all-time in receiving yards (3,140) and touchdown receptions (23). There’s opportunity in the receivers room after Jordy Nelson was placed on season-ending injured reserve Tuesday.