8 most important Packers returning from injury for playoffs

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - NOVEMBER 29: David Bakhtiari #69 of the Green Bay Packers leaves the field at halftime of a game against the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field on November 29, 2020 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers defeated the Bears 45-21. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /

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Green Bay Packers offensive tackle Billy Turner (77) blocks Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Isaiahh Loudermilk (92) during the first quarter of their game Sunday, October 3, 2021 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Green Bay Packers beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 27-17.Packers04 32 /

Most important Packers returning from injury: Billy Turner

Billy Turner was having a fantastic year for the Packers before his injury cost him the final four games of the regular season. Rodgers was even campaigning for him to make the Pro Bowl.

The Packers have gotten very good play from backup right tackle Dennis Kelly in Turner’s absence. So much so that I almost considered moving Turner lower on this list. However, Turner’s stability at right tackle will be huge against the 49ers’ scary pass rush. There’s also the outside possibility he moves to right guard so Kelly can stay at right tackle. Turner was a full participant at practice on Wednesday which means he should be fully ready to go for Saturday’s game.

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