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Packers: Power ranking each position group ahead of training camp 2019

By Freddie Boston

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 02: Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers passes during the second half of a game against the Arizona Cardinals at Lambeau Field on December 02, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 02: Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers passes during the second half of a game against the Arizona Cardinals at Lambeau Field on December 02, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /
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MINNEAPOLIS, MN – NOVEMBER 25: Aaron Jones #33 of the Green Bay Packers runs with the ball for a six-yard touchdown in the second quarter of the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on November 25, 2018 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Adam Bettcher/Getty Images) /

6. Running back

The Packers remain mostly the same at running back to last year, but the addition of Dexter Williams gives them more depth, which is important if this offense is to become more balanced in 2019.

The success of Green Bay’s ground game will mostly be determined by the play of Aaron Jones, who has the potential to put up career-best numbers as the number one back in Matt LaFleur’s offense. Despite only being given a limited opportunity by Mike McCarthy last season, Jones still put up 728 rushing yards and eight rushing touchdowns. He also had a receiving TD. If he’s given an expanded role by LaFleur, this could be a breakout third season for Jones.

But Green Bay will need all three running backs to contribute. Jamaal Williams could be the go-to running back in short-yardage situations and on the goal line, and he’s also the best pass-protector at RB and offers the most in the receiving game.

Dexter Williams, too, can make an impact in his first season.

It’s going to be interesting to see how LaFleur uses the running backs this year. The Packers have lots of talent and depth at running back, which should lead to success on the ground for this offense.

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