5 Packers Who Have Gone Missing At Training Camp And Preseason

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - SEPTEMBER 11: Yosh Nijman #73 of the Green Bay Packers competes against the Minnesota Vikings in the second quarter of the game at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 11, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Vikings defeated the Packers 23-7. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - SEPTEMBER 11: Yosh Nijman #73 of the Green Bay Packers competes against the Minnesota Vikings in the second quarter of the game at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 11, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Vikings defeated the Packers 23-7. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images) /
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Jan 8, 2023; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) is sacked by Green Bay Packers defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt (95) during the second quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 8, 2023; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) is sacked by Green Bay Packers defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt (95) during the second quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports /

Packers Who Have Gone Missing: Devonte Wyatt

When training camp began, Devonte Wyatt lined up next to Kenny Clark on passing downs and TJ Slaton replaced Wyatt on rushing downs. Now, it’s Slaton in there for both scenarios.

Wyatt’s talent is undeniable. He has an elite burst and can generate pressure on occasion. It’s the on occasion that’s the issue, as he can disappear for long stretches at a time. Through two preseason games, he has a putrid 37.1 PFF grade, the third-lowest on the defense. This includes more missed tackles than quarterback pressures.

It’s just a small sample size, but there’s a reason the coaching staff has already moved Slaton ahead of him on the depth chart. The Packers don’t have proven depth on the defensive line and need Wyatt to step up.