Sometimes, teams make players sit outside the field, not realizing their true potential or more like they’re avoiding risks. Bo Melton, the Packers‘ wide receiver, seems to be in a similar spot. He’s been getting limited time on the field, with Jayden Reed taking the WR1 spot.

The Packers are still very much in the playoff race this season. With nine wins to their name, they must win the remaining ones to snag a playoff spot. But here is the tough part, they are going up against the Lions in their next game. Not only are the Lions their divisional rivals, but they’re also the current kings of the NFC North. The season’s at a “do or die” point now. The Packers are making a solid run, but one slip and the game is over.

While Bo Melton’s role has mainly been as a backup to Jayden Reed, his performance this season has been somewhat average. Before we get into his performance and stats, let’s take a look at Bo Melton’s contract with the Packers, including his “average” salary.

What is Bo Melton’s salary?

Bo Melton has been on a roller coaster ride since starting his NFL journey. Picked up and waived by the Seahawks in early 2022, the Packers opened their doors for him in mid-season. The 25-year-old then juggled between the Packers’ practice squad and the final roster. He is the Packers’ one-year, $915,000 backup option and is earning much less than the other wide receivers on the team.

That’s just how the NFL rolls, if you prove yourself on the field, teams will pay you what you’re worth. But if you’re just average, they’ll keep you as a backup, paying you less while saving cap space for better players. It’s all about making smart financial decisions while still having enough talent to compete. Melton’s on track to get a $915,000 payout this year, but he’s currently on the Packers’ active roster. How long he’ll stay there is still uncertain, though. Honestly, it all depends on how well he performs or if the team decides to make other moves.

How Long is Bo Melton’s contract?

Bo Melton will hit free agency after the 2025 season, wrapping up his one-year deal with the Packers. In 2023, he had a base salary of $750,000 with a cap hit of $41,667. For 2024, both his base salary and cap hit are $915,000. His best game with the Packers came against the Vikings, where he caught 6 passes for 105 yards and a touchdown.

Since then, things have been pretty average for him. It seems like luck hasn’t been on Melton’s side this season. With zero touchdowns and just 73 yards, his stats are looking pretty bleak, almost as low as it gets. His numbers aren’t great, and it’s tough to see any team making him their top receiver. At 25, Bo really needs to step up his game if he wants to get noticed and make a bigger impact down the road.