Numbers show why Zach Tom contract extension should be top priority for Packers

Zach Tom has become the rock of the Green Bay Packers' offensive line in the last two years, developing into one of the best offensive tackles in the league and essentially allowing the Packers to "set it and forget it" at right tackle.

Entering the final year of his rookie contract, Tom should be awarded a lucrative long-term contract to keep him in Green Bay, and through three seasons, the stats suggest he will be worth every penny.

Strengths

The best and most simple way to describe Tom’s value, especially in the passing game, is that he very rarely gets his quarterback sacked.

He has allowed just seven sacks in three seasons and among qualified NFL tackles, ranks in the 80th percentile for…