Ranking Packers' roster for potential run to Super Bowl 55

Ranking Packers’ roster for potential run to Super Bowl 55

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 06: Davante Adams #17 of the Green Bay Packers celebrates with teammate Aaron Rodgers #12 following a nine yard touchdown reception during the third quarter of their game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lambeau Field on December 06, 2020 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The touchdown marks Rodgers' 400th career touchdown pass. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /

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GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN – NOVEMBER 15: Za’Darius Smith #55 of the Green Bay Packers lines up for a play in the third quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Lambeau Field on November 15, 2020 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images) /

6. Za’Darius Smith

A home run free agent signing in 2019, Za’Darius Smith has done nothing but get after the quarterback since putting on the green and gold uniform. After recording 13.5 sacks and 14 hurries in 2019, he’s produced 12.5 sacks and 11 hurries this season.

The Packers are going to need every bit of that pass rush in the playoffs, as they want to pressure opposing quarterbacks into making quick and rash decisions. Smith’s versatility will help him as well, as defensive coordinator Mike Pettine loves to move him all around the line. His ability to rush from not only the outside, but from the interior as well is extremely beneficial. Expect Smith to wreak havoc in the postseason.

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