- Jake Kumerow
- #16
- Team GB
- Pos WR
- Status AActive
- Owner FA
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Impressing Rodgers again
Kumerow has the continued support of Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who has commented on the wide receiver a number of times over the past year, Jason Wilde of the Wisconsin State Journal reports. "Obviously, I'm a big fan of [Kumerow]," Rodgers said last week. "I don't think I need to keep going on that."
Analysis: Kumerow bounced around NFL practice squads from 2015 to 2017, spending time with the Bengals, Patriots and Packers. He made his bid for a roster spot in Green Bay last August, catching six passes for 190 yards and two touchdowns in two preseason games before a shoulder injury sent him to injured reserve. Kumerow returned from IR in December and caught eight passes for 103 yards in five games, highlighted by a 49-yard touchdown from Rodgers in Week 16. The 27-year-old now finds himself with an…read more
Published: Mon, Jun 17 at 11:01am by Rotowire.com
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Remains in Green Bay
Kumerow signed his exclusive rights tender from the Packers on Friday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Back for a second season in Green Bay, Kumerow again will be in contention for a 53-man roster spot in 2019, especially with Randall Cobb out of the picture. After Davante Adams and Geronimo Allison, the receiving corps is unsettled, with second-year receivers Equanimeous St. Brown (concussion), Marquez Valdes-Scantling and J'Mon Moore acting as Kumerow's primary competition. In his first action as a pro last year, Kumerow managed eight catches (on 11 targets) for 103 yards and one touchdown in…read more
Published: Fri, Apr 5 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Receives tender from Packers
The Packers extended a tender to Kumerow on Monday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: With less than three accrued seasons, Kumerow is an exclusive rights free agent and has little choice but to sign the tender. After spending most of the 2018 campaign on IR due to a sprained shoulder, he returned Week 13 and was active for the final five games, notching eight catches (on 11 targets) for 103 yards and one touchdown. The Packers have more decisions to make with unrestricted free agent Randall Cobb and restricted free agent Geronimo Allison, which will impact Kumerow's standing in…read more
Published: Mon, Mar 11 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in Week 17
Kumerow caught three passes for 19 yards in Sunday's loss to the Lions.
Analysis: Kumerow busted out for 68 yards and a touchdown in Week 16, but he did not come close to replicating that showing in the regular-season finale. Kumerow showed some promise during the preseason, but he spent most of the campaign on injured reserve with a shoulder injury and only suited up for the Packers' final five games. He could get another chance to show what he can do in 2019, but he will likely have to earn his way onto the roster for a second year in a row.
Published: Mon, Dec 31 at 1:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Nabs first career touchdown
Kumerow caught all three of his targets for 68 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 44-38 overtime win over the Jets.
Analysis: The Packers were scoreless as the first half was winding down when Kumerow ran a flag route and caught a lofted Aaron Rodgers pass and cut up field for a 49-yard touchdown. The rookie more than doubled his reception count for the season during the game and just about quintupled his yardage. It's hard to tell if this is the start of something or just a blip for Kumerow. If the former, he'll have a so-so matchup against a middle-of-the-road Lions defense next Sunday.
Published: Sun, Dec 23 at 5:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Active Sunday
Kumerow (hand) is active for Sunday's matchup with the Jets.
Analysis: Kumerow was a full participant at practice Friday and likely won't be limited much if at all by his hand injury. He could see a slightly increased role in the offense as the No. 4 receiver while Randall Cobb (concussion) is inactive.
Published: Sun, Dec 23 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable Week 16
Kumerow (hand) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets, tTom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Kumerow began the week as a limited practice participant but was able to practice fully Friday, though it wasn't enough for him to shake the questionable tag. Fellow wideout Randall Cobb remains in the concussion protocol and is considered doubtful, which could open up some additional snaps for Kumerow if he's available.
Published: Fri, Dec 21 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with hand injury
Kumerow was a limited practice participant Wednesday due to a hand injury, Michael Cohen of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Kumerow earned a season-high 21 offensive snaps in Sunday's loss to the Bears and apparently sustained the hand injury at some point. The 26-year-old's activity in the first practice of Week 16 suggests the injury isn't overly serious, but he'll likely need to upgrade to full participation by Friday to avoid an injury designation heading into the Packers' matchup with the Jets. Veteran wide receiver Randall Cobb, meanwhile, remains in the NFL's concussion protocol, with his potential absence…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 19 at 4:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Snap count gets a boost
Kumerow caught one pass for five yards in Sunday's loss to the Bears.
Analysis: Kumerow saw a noticeable increase in playing time Sunday, taking the field for 21 offensive snaps after playing a total of 11 over the previous two games. However, the boost did not result in any meaningful contribution Week 15. It could be a signal that Kumerow will see more opportunities over the Packers' final two games, however.
Published: Mon, Dec 17 at 9:13am by Rotowire.com
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Bit role in Week 14
Kumerow played six snaps on offense in Sunday's victory over the Falcons and was not targeted.
Analysis: Kumerow played one more snap than he did the week before but did not make a mark in the box score. He has operated as the Packers' fifth receiver since making his NFL debut Week 13.
Published: Mon, Dec 10 at 9:16am by Rotowire.com
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Catches first career pass
Kumerow caught one pass for 11 yards in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals.
Analysis: Kumerow made both his NFL and season debuts Sunday after coming off injured reserve, and he was able to snag his first reception in the contest. Kumerow's fantasy stock had some helium during the preseason before he injured his shoulder, so he will have some intrigue the rest of the way, particularly with the Packers changing head coaches and now only on the fringes of playoff contention. However, if he is going to make any sort of impact, he will need more than the five snaps he totaled in…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 3 at 7:38am by Rotowire.com
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Activated from injured reserve
Kumerow (shoulder) was activated from injured reserve Saturday.
Analysis: For now, Kumerow will slot in behind the likes of Davante Adams, Marquez Valdez-Scantling, Randall Cobb, Equanimeous St. Brown and J'Mon Moore on the depth chart, but there's an immense amount of optimism surrounding Kumerow despite the fact he's never taken a snap in a NFL game to date. It would be a surprise to some extent if Kumerow didn't see the field Sunday against the Cardinals, at the very least in a special teams capacity, but there remains the distinct possibility he will get more…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 1 at 2:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to be activated from IR
Kumerow (shoulder) is expected to be activated from injured reserve Saturday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Packers have yet to make an official announcement, but Kumerow's status appeared to be trending in a positive direction after special teams coordinator Ron Zook suggested Thursday the preseason standout could be a candidate to take over at kick returner if he were activated from injured reserve. It's unclear how much Kumerow would be involved in the offense right away if he was to be activated prior to Sunday's contest against the Cardinals, but based on quarterback Aaron Rodgers' glowing…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 1 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Could return kicks
Special Teams Coordinator Ron Zook said Thursday that Kumerow (shoulder) could be an option at kick returner if he's activated from injured reserve, Josh Tolentino of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The Packers have until Dec. 12 to evaluate Kumerow for a promotion to the 53-man roster. With Trevor Davis (hamstring) having battled injuries all season, Kumerow's ability to return kicks could realistically prove a convincing reason for Green Bay to eventually promote him from injured reserve. The 26-year-old has been sidelined since mid-August with a sprained shoulder.
Published: Thu, Nov 29 at 2:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Not returning in Week 12
The Packers didn't activate Kumerow (shoulder) from injured reserve ahead of Saturday's deadline, making him ineligible to play Sunday in Minnesota, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Green Bay opened a spot on the 53-man roster by moving linebacker Nick Perry (knee) to IR, but opted to replace him with another defensive player in lineman James Looney. Kumerow's lack of activation doesn't close the door on him playing in 2018, as the Packers will still have until Dec. 12 to evaluate him for a promotion to the roster. Kumerow has been sidelined since mid-August with the sprained shoulder, which interrupted what had been a stellar preseason for the 26-year-old wideout.
Published: Sun, Nov 25 at 7:44am by Rotowire.com
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Preparing to return from IR
Kumerow (shoulder) returned to practice Wednesday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Kumerow gets the Packers' second and final spot designated for a player to return from injured reserve, after Trevor Davis made it back from hamstring injury to play in last week's loss to Seattle. This means Geronimo Allison (groin) won't be eligible to play if the Packers reach the playoffs. The 26-year-old Kumerow made a strong impression during the preseason with six catches for 190 yards and two touchdowns, but he'll probably be limited to a depth role if he's eventually activated to the…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 21 at 10:38am by Rotowire.com
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Still no return to practice
Kumerow (shoulder) did not return to practice Thursday, Michael Cohen of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Kumerow has yet to return to practice, meaning that the Packers have not yet started the clock on his tentative 21-day window to return. Rookies Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Equanimeous St. Brown have each earned notable roles in the Packers' receiving corps, so it's likely that the team does not feel pressured to bring Kumerow back unless he returns to full health in a timely manner. Green Bay is only able to bring back one more player from injured reserve following Trevor Davis' activation…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 15 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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