It’s a monster season for Jordan Morgan. After two years moving around the offensive line without a clear starting role, the former first-round pick is the presumptive starting left tackle for 2026 and beyond for the Green Bay Packers. Not only is this an opportunity for Morgan to establish himself, it’s also the last season before the Packers have to make a decision on his fifth-year option for 2028.

“I’m excited about him being over there,” said Packers offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich. “I thought last year he showed flashes of being able to be a good left tackle in this league when we had him out there. I’m excited to get him out there, get him comfortable playing on the edge, protecting the blind side, and just have him own that position and be the best version of himself.”

Unusual path

Drafted so early because of his versatility, Morgan barely played at left tackle in the NFL so far — all of his snaps came in that meaningless Week 18 game against the Minnesota Vikings protecting quarterback Clayton Tune. But down the stretch last year, Morgan played significant snaps, including in the playoffs, at right tackle.

Earlier in the season, though, he played both guard spots. That lack of continuity may have affected his development to a certain extent.

“Rasheed [Walker] was out for a little while in the preseason, so we moved Jordan to left tackle, and he did a great job,” Stenavich added. “He played in the preseason against some pretty good defensive linemen from the Colts, and I saw him out there and thought he was ready. He looked pretty good. We had to use him in other spots last year because that was what was best for the team, but I’m excited about him this year and what he’s going to do.”

Plans for the future

The Packers intentfully allowed Rasheed Walker to depart in free agency, opening the door for Morgan to finally play his preferred position. That doesn’t mean there won’t be competition, as the coaching staff will still cross-train offensive linemen, but it gives the line some sense of stability ahead.

“Don’t get me wrong, these guys have to go out there every day and be their best,” Stenavich mentioned. “The guys in the backup-type positions are expected to push and fight for starting spots every single day. But when you’ve got a group that has played together for a little bit and gone out there and done it, that’s very comforting for sure.”

Green Bay is historically a draft-and-development team. But after two years getting better and playing multiple spots, it’s time for Jordan Morgan to take a step forward — and the offense needs it to reach its full potential in 2026, especially considering the lack of alternatives on the roster otherwise.