The Green Bay Packers’ wide receiver competition never truly took off. Green Bay’s top five, the roster locks, have missed most of the preseason due to injury, while nobody else has forced their way into the conversation.

That includes fan favorite Malik Heath, who backed up a disastrous preseason opener with a quiet follow-up performance. The veteran brought in one catch for nine yards, and potentially could’ve had another if not for a blatant pass-interference penalty the refs somehow missed.

Heath needed a special preseason effort to have a realistic shot at the 53-man roster, but it just hasn’t happened. Barring a surprise in the final week of preseason, Heath’s time in Green Bay has likely come to an end. The former undrafted free agent has provided many memorable moments for Packers fans and will easily find work elsewhere, but it seems unlikely he will make the roster.

Packers move on from Malik Heath in 53-man roster prediction after preseason Week 2

Quarterbacks (2): Jordan Love, Malik Willis

Jordan Love shouldn’t miss any regular-season action, reducing any chance of the Packers temporarily keeping a third quarterback on the 53. The battle is for the practice squad spot, and rookie Taylor Elgersma may have taken pole position ahead of veteran Sean Clifford.

Clifford has the experience edge, but Elgersma offers long-term potential. He can sit and develop on the practice squad with the potential to eventually become Love’s backup, especially as Malik Willis only has a year left on his contract.

Running backs (5): Josh Jacobs, MarShawn Lloyd, Emanuel Wilson, Chris Brooks, Israel Abanikanda

The first surprise in our 53, and there are two factors in play here: MarShawn Lloyd’s injury status and Israel Abanikanda’s kick return ability.

Lloyd reportedly suffered hamstring tightness during the second preseason game, with Matt LaFleur simply saying “we’ll see” when asked about his status moving forward. At this point, can the Packers trust that he can stay healthy and only keep three running backs on the 53?

Abanikanda is battling with another preseason standout, undrafted rookie Amar Johnson. The Packers seem to prefer Abanikanda, having given him extensive playing time. He also showed potential as a returner.

The former fifth-round pick rushed for 43 yards and a touchdown and averaged 24 yards on five kick returns in the preseason win over Indianapolis.

Wide receivers (5): Matthew Golden, Jayden Reed, Romeo Doubs, Dontayvion Wicks, Savion Williams

PUP: Christian Watson

Matthew Golden is the only healthy wide receiver among these five. Fortunately, Romeo Doubs avoided a long-term issue after hurting his back at practice, while the Packers have taken care not to rush Dontayvion Wicks back from a calf injury. Jayden Reed no longer requires a walking boot, another promising sign.

No other receiver has consistently stood out at camp to force the Packers into keeping a sixth wide receiver. That includes Malik Heath, who managed only one catch for nine yards on his 19 snaps in the second preseason game.

Tight ends (3): Tucker Kraft, Luke Musgrave, John FitzPatrick

Ben Sims continues to push for the TE3 job — he had a 20-yard touchdown catch wiped out due to a penalty. For now, though, John FitzPatrick remains the deserved frontrunner after an impressive training camp.

Offensive line (9): Rasheed Walker, Aaron Banks, Elgton Jenkins, Sean Rhyan, Zach Tom, Jordan Morgan, Anthony Belton, Donovan Jennings, Jacob Monk

PUP: John Williams

Donovan Jennings and Jacob Monk make the roster for now, because the Packers don’t have much choice. They are walking on thin ice, though, potentially forcing Green Bay to look at the free-agent or trade markets.

Beyond a penalty that cost the Packers a 31-yard completion, Jennings also allowed three pressures, per Pro Football Focus. Monk has struggled in both preseason games, with the Packers making it clear that Sean Rhyan is their backup center.

Jordan Morgan’s preseason performances stand out as a major positive. He has played flawlessly, and the competition with Rasheed Walker for the left tackle job will go down to the wire.

Defensive tackles (6): Kenny Clark, Devonte Wyatt, Karl Brooks, Colby Wooden, Warren Brinson, Nazir Stackhouse

Colby Wooden may have saved his roster spot in the preseason opener. He only played nine snaps against the Colts, a clear sign that he is part of the Packers’ 53-man roster plans.

They gave their Georgia rookies plenty of game time. Warren Brinson showed some pass-rush potential, while Nazir Stackhouse again proved why he can step into the T.J. Slaton role and become an immediate contributor as an early-down run defender.

Defensive ends (5): Rashan Gary, Lukas Van Ness, Kingsley Enagbare, Barryn Sorrell, Brenton Cox Jr.

PUP: Collin Oliver

Rookie Barryn Sorrell left Saturday’s game with a knee injury, which is a real concern. He was the standout pass-rusher in the preseason opener and can make an immediate impact in Jeff Hafley’s defense. Matt LaFleur didn’t have much of an update after the game.

“He’s got a knee. So, we’ll evaluate that further when we get back to Green Bay,” LaFleur said, via Jason B. Hirschhorn of The Leap.

Fellow rookie Collin Oliver remains on the PUP list, and it’s fair to wonder if he’ll miss regular-season games after playing no part in the preseason to this point.

Linebackers (5): Edgerrin Cooper, Quay Walker, Isaiah McDuffie, Ty’Ron Hopper, Kristian Welch

Former first-round pick Isaiah Simmons may have played his way off the roster. He struggled in coverage in the preseason opener, and that continued against the Colts. Kristian Welch offers depth and special teams value and may take the fifth and likely final spot.

Cornerbacks (5): Nate Hobbs, Keisean Nixon, Carrington Valentine, Bo Melton, Corey Ballentine

Bo Melton continues to exceed expectations after switching from wide receiver this summer. He finished the second preseason game with a pass defense and may have secured the CB4 spot. From there, the competition is wide open.

Has the recently re-signed Corey Ballentine done enough? He offers special teams value and defensive experience, which may give him the edge over rookie seventh-rounder Micah Robinson. That said, Brian Gutekunst doesn’t like cutting his draft picks. It’s one to watch.

Safeties (5): Xavier McKinney, Evan Williams, Javon Bullard, Zayne Anderson, Kitan Oladapo

The Packers’ safety room is reeling from injuries. Xavier McKinney likely won’t feature in the preseason but is expected to return for Week 1. Special teams ace Zayne Anderson is sidelined with a knee issue, while Family Night star Omar Brown suffered a scary injury against the Colts. LaFleur said Brown stayed overnight in Indianapolis due to a chest contusion.

Green Bay may find room for six safeties, but Kitan Oladapo’s solid performance in the preseason has likely secured him the fifth spot.

Specialists (3): Brandon McManus, Daniel Whelan, Matt Orzech

There’s little to say here. Brandon McManus didn’t kick against the Colts, but Daniel Whelan continued to boom punts, with a long of 59.