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Tomlinson, a former first-round selection in the 2015 NFL draft, brings extensive experience to the Packers' roster. Throughout his career, he has appeared in 173 games, representing the Detroit Lions, San Francisco 49ers, New York Jets, Seattle Seahawks, and Houston Texans. His career highlights include a Pro Bowl selection in 2021 during his tenure with the 49ers. However, the veteran has not seen game action since Week 17 of the previous season.
Addressing Offensive Line Instability
The decision to bring in Tomlinson comes as the Packers navigate a difficult 1-2 start characterized by injuries and inconsistent play in the trenches. The team has utilized three different players at the left guard position in just three games. Aaron Banks, the preferred starter, has been limited to a single appearance due to persistent toe and knee injuries, while first-year starter Jacob Monk has encountered difficulties at right guard. The situation was further compounded in Week 2 when starting right tackle Zach Bako-Bewele was ruled out for the remainder of the season with a knee injury.
The impact of these personnel issues has been evident in the team's offensive production. Quarterback
Struggles in the Ground Game
Beyond the protection issues for the passing game, the Packers have also struggled to establish a rhythm on the ground. The team managed only 17 rushing yards in their recent outing against the Falcons and currently ranks last in the league with an average of 48.7 rushing yards per game. By adding a player with Tomlinson's extensive background, the organization aims to provide much-needed depth and experience to a group currently struggling to find cohesion.
