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Packers Exercise Fifth-Year Option on Key Pass Rusher

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During this past season, the Green Bay Packers' defense ranked in the top 10 in sacks (45), in the top 12 in QB hurries (55), and in the top 15 in QB pressures (143).

The team allowed just 19.9 points per game as a result, being one of just six defenses to allow fewer than 20 points a game last season.

A key part of Green Bay's defensive success comes from a former Georgia Bulldog on the defensive line.

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson (5) throws a pass under pressure from Green Bay Packers defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt (95)u00a9 Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson (5) throws a pass under pressure from Green Bay Packers defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt (95)© Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

On Wednesday, it was reported that the Packers are exercising the fifth-year option on defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt, according to FOX Sports NFL Insider Jordan Schultz.