The Green Bay Packers’ offensive line is among the most important position groups heading into the 2026 season. After finishing 25th in pass blocking grade and 20th in run blocking grade via PFF last year, the Packers made several moves this offseason to adjust the unit.

Green Bay re-signed center Sean Rhyan on a three-year bridge contract, allowed left tackle Rasheed Walker to leave in free agency, and released interior offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins. The result is a starting five with familiar faces in new roles and renewed pressure to perform.

The projected starting lineup

Former first-round pick Jordan Morgan will finally get his chance as a full-time left tackle. Morgan spent much of his early career at guard before sliding to right tackle down the stretch last season after Zach Tom suffered a knee injury. The positional changes are over now, and left tackle is his definitive spot.

The interior remains largely the same group that finished 2025. Aaron Banks holds down left guard, Rhyan returns at center, and second-year player Anthony Belton stays at right guard. Both Banks and Belton struggled last season. Banks arrived as a high-priced free agent addition but dealt with injuries throughout the year, while Belton spent training camp and the early portion of the regular season practicing exclusively at tackle before the Packers moved him to guard midseason. That transition is now complete, and there are reasonable expectations for improvement from both players. A healthier Banks and a more settled Belton could make a significant difference for the group.

The best offensive lineman on the roster is right tackle Zach Tom, who suffered a serious knee injury late last season against the Denver Broncos. His return to full health is the single most important variable for this unit heading into training camp.

Depth and competition

The Packers lack the offensive line depth they once had, which makes versatility essential. Darian Kinnard, acquired via trade last season, can play both tackle and guard. His flexibility gives Green Bay some insurance if injuries hit the starting five again.

The most compelling depth piece is fifth-round rookie Jager Burton. Drafted as a center, Burton spent OTAs working at right guard and then shifted to left guard during mandatory minicamp. Head coach Matt LaFleur has already indicated Burton could earn playing time early in his career. The expectation is for Burton to push Banks, Rhyan, and Belton for starting jobs as training camp progresses.

Developmental players to watch

Beyond the primary backup options, the Packers have several developmental players worth tracking. Dillon Wade stands out as a left guard with extensive college experience and positional versatility across all four non-center spots. He has the physical tools to carve out a role over time.

Center Jacob Monk, a fifth-round pick, has barely played so far but looked decent in the meaningless Week 18 game against the Minnesota Vikings. Travis Glover and John Williams both missed the entire 2025 season due to injuries and are now returning.

Tackle Brant Banks, guard Donovan Jennings, and the remaining developmental players on the roster (Dalton Cooper, Josh Gesky, Karsen Barnhart, and Dylan Barrett) are likely competing for practice squad spots.

The gap between investment and production defined Green Bay’s offensive line last season. The Packers ranked 19th in run block win rate by ESPN metrics, and while their sixth-place finish in pass block win rate was encouraging, consistency eluded the group for most of the year. This season, the formula is straightforward: Morgan needs to justify his draft pedigree at left tackle, Banks and Belton need to take steps forward, and Tom needs to return to form. If Burton can accelerate his development and provide legitimate competition, the Packers will have built the kind of depth that protects against the injury problems that derailed them in 2025.