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Packers Overhaul Offensive Line With Tomlinson, Becton and Zeitler

The team has added veteran guards to shore up protection for Jordan Love after early-season injuries and poor play, and coaches say immediate roles depend on learning the playbook and roster rules.

Overview

  • The Packers intensified their midseason rebuild of the offensive line by signing Laken Tomlinson to the 53-man roster and adding Mekhi Becton to the practice squad following a 35-14 loss that exposed depth problems.
  • To create roster space, Green Bay placed right tackle Zach Bako-Bewele on season-ending injured reserve and released defensive tackle Eric Johnson II as part of the moves announced Monday.
  • Reports on Wednesday indicate the Packers have agreed to bring veteran right guard Kevin Zeitler to the club, completing a three‑veteran influx designed to add proven starts and experience.
  • Coach Matt LaFleur and the team stress that game availability will hinge on how quickly the newcomers learn the offense and on practice-squad elevation and roster rules, so immediate impact is not guaranteed.
  • The emergency signings highlight failures in offseason depth planning and carry second-order consequences: they could stabilize pass protection for Jordan Love but also limit reps for young linemen and reshape short-term roster construction.