Ranking the Packers’ 2014 Draft Needs
By Dan Dahlke
Evan Dietrich-Smith (62) blocks Detroit Lions defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh (90) during a NFL football game on Thanksgiving at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
5) Offensive Line
The Packers offensive line has improved this season, but has still given up 42 sacks in 15 games. They could use more competition at right tackle going into next year, and with Marshall Newhouse set to be a free agent, they could use more depth behind the starters.
Evan Dietrich-Smith will more than likely be re-signed in the offseason, but if he isn’t, then center will become a top priority for the Packers going into the draft.
It might not be a bad idea to draft a center anyway even if EDS returns. The Packers need depth at every position on the offensive line.
The return of Bryan Bulaga, JC Tretter, and Derek Sherrod should help and make offensive line less of a priority than other positions on the roster.