Grading Packers position groups ahead of free agency

Offensive line: A-

One of the biggest strengths on the roster, the offensive line would get an even better grade if Bryan Bulaga’s contract wasn’t up.

Left tackle David Bakhtiari has been named an All-Pro four years straight. The Packers’ offensive line led the league in ESPN’s pass block win rate metric this past season. Bakhtiari and center Corey Linsley ranked first at their respective positions, while rookie Elgton Jenkins finished eighth among guards. Pro Football Focus ranked Green Bay’s offensive line sixth in the NFL following the regular season.

The biggest concern is at right tackle if Bulaga isn’t re-signed. Even if he’s back in 2020, the depth behind Bakhtiari and Bulaga needs to be addressed if Jared Veldheer doesn’t return.

Defensive line: D

It’s Kenny Clark, and that’s about it.

The Packers made the surprising decision to release Mike Daniels in the summer. Daniels was unable to stay healthy in his first season with the Detroit Lions, but Green Bay’s defensive line took a step back.

It’s time to move on from Montravius Adams. Dean Lowry played 61.25 percent of the Packers’ defensive snaps, according to Pro Football Reference, but the team would’ve been hoping for more production after giving him a contract extension last offseason.

Green Bay’s defense ranked 23rd against the run and got dominated by strong offensive lines. Expect to see some additions made along the line this offseason.