GREEN BAY, Wis. – Here’s a look at the Green Bay Packers’ center and guard situation ahead of the NFL Draft, including pertinent history that suggests which draft-worthy prospects might not be a target.
State of the Packers
All-Pro center Corey Linsley signed with the Los Angeles Chargers in free agency, leaving a hole in the middle of the offensive line. Will general manager Brian Gutekunst try a promote-from-within approach to fill the void? The Packers could shift Lucas Patrick from right guard to center and let 2020 draft picks Jon Runyan Jr. and Simon Stepaniak duke it out for the gig at guard.