5 free agents who can push Packers' defense over the top in 2022

5 free agents who can push Packers’ defense over the top in 2022

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - NOVEMBER 21: Tyrann Mathieu #32 of the Kansas City Chiefs gestures to the fans during the second half of the game against the Dallas Cowboys at Arrowhead Stadium on November 21, 2021 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images) /

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BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – JANUARY 02: Defensive end Calais Campbell #93 of the Baltimore Ravens acknowledges the crowd against the Los Angeles Rams at M&T Bank Stadium on January 02, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) /

Free agents who can push Packers’ defense over the top: Calais Campbell

In my opinion, Calais Campbell is both the best defensive lineman remaining, the most versatile, and the best fit for the Packers. Unfortunately, he’s also one of the oldest.

At 35-years-old, his best days are clearly behind him, but that doesn’t mean he doesn’t have a lot left in the tank. He’s coming off the fewest sacks of his career, but would benefit greatly from playing alongside pass-rushers such as Kenny Clark, Preston Smith and Rashan Gary. He can slide all over the defensive line and play multiple positions at a high level. That type of flexibility is hard to match and something defensive coordinator Joe Barry could benefit greatly from.

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