17 most important Packers for a 2022 Super Bowl run

Dec 13, 2020; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams (17) celebrates with quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) after a touchdown during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 13, 2020; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams (17) celebrates with quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) after a touchdown during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports /
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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – DECEMBER 23: Quarterback Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings delivers a pass against linebacker Rashan Gary #52 of the Green Bay Packers during the game at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 23, 2019 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Adam Bettcher/Getty Images) /

Most important Packers for Super Bowl Run: Rashan Gary

The most talented pass-rusher on the Packers, there’s no doubt Rashan Gary will have an increased role in this postseason.

Za’Darius Smith’s return is still and unknown after he’s been out since Week 1. Even if he does return, his availability will probably be limited due to his back and lack of conditioning.

That will leave a tremendous amount of pressure on Gary. Gary’s taken a leap in his ability to get after the quarterback–posting career-highs in sacks (9.5), tackles for loss (8), quarterback knockdowns (16) and hurries (19). Equally as important will be his ability to stay disciplined in the running game.