Packers offensive line stock report: Who steps up as injuries mount?

The Green Bay Packers offensive line has been a topic of discussion throughout the season, and recent events have led to further changes. After just a few plays against Detroit, two of the top center options were lost for at least four weeks. This provides an opportunity to evaluate the current state of the Packers O-line.

At tackle, Jordan Morgan has been performing well in pass protection. His PFF pass blocking grade has been 76.1 in the last three games and 70.8 overall for the season. For perspective, Rasheed Walker had a 68.6 grade last year, but is currently at 65.8. Morgan has allowed five sacks, but not all were due to him. In run blocking, he is struggling, with a grade of 43.4, which is below average for a left tackle.

Anthony Belton has done better at right tackle, but his run block grade is still low at 52.2. Despite not being as dominant as expected, he has not been a significant problem.

A new addition at left guard, Laken Tomlinson, has been a positive change. He is the Packers' top graded offensive lineman this season with a 64.2 grade overall. Tomlinson has allowed only five quarterback hurries, one hit, and zero sacks in four games and also has a 64.5 run block grade. His familiarity with the Packers' system, having played under Kyle Shanahan and Mike LaFleur, has helped him adjust quickly.

At center, the decision between Williams and Jager Burton remains uncertain, but Williams performed well in Sunday's game. The most pressing issue now lies at right guard. Travis Glover has been in this position and showed promise against Tampa Bay, but his pressure numbers have increased each week, going from one to five against Detroit.

The Packers paid a significant amount of money for Kevin Zeitler, who has yet to play a snap. It is unclear whether he is still adjusting to the offense or if he has lost some of his previous abilities. Either way, it is hoped that it is the former, and not the latter. With more injuries looming, the Packers coaching staff will have to continue making adjustments, especially as they prepare for an upcoming Thursday Night Football game against Carolina.

While the offensive line has been relatively stable following a rough start, there is still a long way to go for it to be a viable part of a postseason offense.