5 darkhorse candidates to make Packers’ initial roster
Darkhorse candidates to make Packers’ roster: Jack Heflin, DL
Jack Heflin beat the odds a year ago when he came out of nowhere as an undrafted free agent and made the team. He has a huge heart, never stops working, and always chases the ball. He’ll need another herculean effort if he wants to make the roster this year.
Green Bay’s most improved position appears to be the defensive line where they added free agent Jarran Reed and first-round pick Devonte Wyatt. Those two, along with the huge strides TJ Slaton has made, make this one of the deepest positions on the roster.
With five guaranteed spots, Heflin must convince the Packers to keep six linemen. The good news is he’s off to a great start after the first preseason games where he came up big on several occasions.