Grading the Packers: Offensive Line
GREEN BAY, Wis. – Player grades are a staple series of stories at the end of every NFL season. Ours are different, as we grade based on their impact relative to the salary cap. That’s because the cap is such a big part of building a roster. Not only must a team’s high-priced players deliver but it must have some of its less-expensive players outperform their contracts.
Generally, the Green Bay Packers got high marks from both groups in posting their third consecutive 13-win season, though too many fell flat in the playoffs.
This series continues with the offensive line. The initial five on the list would have been the projected starting offensive line if everyone were healthy. Had they been available for all 17 games, they would have started 85 games. Instead, they combined for 44.
All salary data is from OverTheCap.com. Advanced stats are from Pro Football Focus and Sports Info Solutions.