{
  "id": 10535595,
  "title": "Packers add veterans Laken Tomlinson and Mekhi Becton to help out their struggling offensive line",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/28/packers-add-veterans-laken-tomlinson-and-mekhi-becton-to-help-out",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-28T21:13:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/football/nfl/2026/09/28/packers-add-veterans-laken-tomlinson-and-mekhi-becton-to-help-out-their-struggling-offensive-line"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Green Bay, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers have bolstered their struggling offensive line by signing veteran linemen Laken Tomlinson and Mekhi Becton to their roster. Tomlinson, 34, was added to the 53-man roster, while Becton, 27, joined the practice squad. To accommodate Tomlinson, the Packers placed injured right tackle Zach Bako-Bewele on season-ending injured reserve. Left tackle Aaron Banks has been sidelined with knee tendinitis and a toe injury, leading to the need for additional offensive linemen. Green Bay's head coach Matt LaFleur expressed optimism about the potential contributions of Tomlinson and Becton, stating that they would bring stability, toughness, and leadership to the unit. Tomlinson, who has played in 169 games since 2015, believes he can provide valuable experience. Becton, a recent addition to the NFL after recovering from shoulder surgery, has started 14 games for the Los Angeles Chargers last season.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}