This is the next in a series of articles providing an in-depth analysis of each position group on the Green Bay Packers for 2025. Today we will analyze the offensive line. The grades will be for each unit as a whole, but we will give an analysis of each player, their strengths and weaknesses and where they stand heading into the offseason. Here are the grades for the Packers offensive line in 2025. The marks are based on a combination of expectations and performance. Remember the average grade is a C+.
You can see our final grade for the quarterbacks here, for the defensive tackles here, the running backs here, the linebackers here, tight ends here and defensive ends here.
Over the course of the season, the Packers offensive line allowed 29 sacks which ranked fifth in the league. The run blocking regressed badly over a year ago and the Packers ranked 15th in rushing yards per game and 24th in average yards per rush.
Final Grades for the 2025 Packers Offensive Line, A Big Step Back: The Starters
Rasheed Walker started at left tackle for the third consecutive season. Unfortunately, he failed to play up to his previous level and struggled with penalties and uneven play. Walker was always a better pass blocker than run blocker, but this year, his pass blocking fell off, and his run blocking remained subpar. He also made too many mental errors like lining up offsides.
Walker will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason. His disappointing season means he likely won’t be re-signed by the Packers.
The Packers signed guard Aaron Banks to a big free agent deal, but Banks struggled with injuries this season. His play suffered as a result of the injuries although his game picked up a bit late in the season when he was healthier.
Banks was supposed to improve the Packers run blocking, but he failed to deliver on that expectation. There remains a small chance the Packers release him this offseason although restructuring his contract would make more sense.
Elgton Jenkins moved from left guard to center during the offseason. Unfortunately, the transition did not go as planned. Jenkins himself admitted he wasn’t playing well. He suffered a season-ending injury midway through the 2025 campaign and his future with the team is in doubt due to his age, his high cap hit, and his disappointing performance last season.
Sean Rhyan started the season as the starting right guard, lost that spot due to poor play and then took over at center after Jenkins was injured. Rhyan was a bit better at center than at guard. He remains a better run blocker than pass protector. Rhyan adds attitude and toughness to the position, but his effectiveness remains uneven.
Rhyan will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason. The Packers may bring him back if he’s willing to return at a reasonable price.
Zach Tom remains the team’s best offensive lineman. Unfortunately, he played through injuries all season that reduced his effectiveness. Tom still did a good job in pass protection, but he failed to meet his usual standards. When he was out of the lineup, the offensive line’s overall play suffered.
Jordan Morgan played both guard and tackle depending on injuries and needs. He fits better at tackle and will likely get a chance to play there next season. Morgan has yet to live up to his first-round draft status and needs to establish himself as a starter to do so.
The Primary Backups
The Packers drafted Anthony Belton in the second round this season. He started as a backup tackle and later in the season became the starting right guard. Belton showed his strength and potential but also made more than his share of rookie mistakes. He will likely compete for a starting job somewhere along the offensive line next season depending on who the team brings back.
Darian Kennard joined the team just before the start of the regular season. He served as the Packers sixth offensive lineman/tight end and played 27 percent of the team’s offensive snaps. Kinnard was a good run blocker and filled in adequately in pass protection when called upon.
Final Grades for the 2025 Packers Offensive Line, A Big Step Back: Depth Players
Lecitus Smith played in the season finale against Minnesota and even started the game. He has the versatility the Packers like but is a replacement level backup at this stage of his career.
Donovan Jennings appeared in only two games this season and played just six offensive snaps. He spent most of the season on the practice squad.
Travis Glover spent the entire 2025 campaign on injured reserve after playing seven games in 2024. He will get another chance to show he can contribute in training camp next summer.
Jacob Monk played seven games and made his first NFL start in the season finale. He has versatility but still needs to improve his technique. He may have a chance to complete at center next year depending on who returns to the team.
Rookie John Williams sent the entire season on the PUP list. The seventh round pick out of Cincinnati will be back next season to fight for roster spot.
Final Grade for the Packers 2025 Offensive Line
The offensive line’s overall play was a step down from 2024. The bigger, stronger, blockers failed to improve the run blocking. The pass protection was statistically good at preventing sacks, but that was more due to Jordan Love’s ability to extend plays than the strong play of the offensive line.
The running backs were often contacted by tacklers behind the line of scrimmage. Far too often, the offensive line seemed overmatched against opposing defensive lines.
The Packers will need this unit to bounce back in 2026 if they hope to realize their potential as a Super Bowl contender.
FINAL GRADE: C-
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