Packers 53-man roster predictions following 2023 NFL Draft

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Offensive line (9)

David Bakhtiari, Elgton Jenkins, Josh Myers, Jon Runyan Jr., Yosh Nijman, Zach Tom, Royce Newman, Rasheed Walker, Jake Hanson

It's not often that the Packers go through an entire draft without adding an offensive lineman, especially with 13 selections this year. Green Bay had picked three linemen in each of its past three draft classes.

But the Packers' focus was elsewhere this year, and the board may not have fallen the right way to add a lineman. Even so, the Packers should already have confidence in their offensive line, and that comes from the investment they have made in recent drafts.

David Bakhtiari, Elgton Jenkins, and Jon Runyan Jr. are likely locked into starting positions. The Packers have plenty of competition, with Josh Myers, Yosh Nijman, and Zach Tom all capable of starting. Tom could start at multiple positions.

It would've been ideal if the Packers had been able to add some more depth to the offensive line on Day 3 of the draft, but they are in good shape regardless. They could still look for a free-agent addition or two over the summer.

Green Bay has a good blend of youth and experience along the offensive line, as well as competition for starting spots.