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5 available linebackers Green Bay Packers could target

By Brian Sampson

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - SEPTEMBER 27: Avery Williamson #54 of the New York Jets in action in the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on September 27, 2020 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - SEPTEMBER 27: Avery Williamson #54 of the New York Jets in action in the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on September 27, 2020 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images) /
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EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – DECEMBER 27: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) Sam Darnold #14 of the New York Jets in action against Olivier Vernon #54 of the Cleveland Browns at MetLife Stadium on December 27, 2020 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Jets defeated the Browns 23-16. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – DECEMBER 27: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) Sam Darnold #14 of the New York Jets in action against Olivier Vernon #54 of the Cleveland Browns at MetLife Stadium on December 27, 2020 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Jets defeated the Browns 23-16. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images) /

Available linebackers for Packers: Olivier Vernon, edge

Here’s another former member of the Browns that the Packers could take a look at. Olivier Vernon is recovering from a torn achillies, a serious injury that has been known to sap many players athleticism. The Packers would definitely have to do their due diligence and see where he’s at in the recovery process. That could be the main reason why he’s still a free agent.

However, if the Packers’ historically conservative medical staff gives him the green light, he could be a sub-package contributor and help hold the team over until Z. Smith returns from injury. He had nine sacks and 28 quarterback pressures in just 14 games last season. Green Bay’s pass rush was woefully negligent last week and they could use a boost in the arm Vernon can provide.

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