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5 Packers on Hot Seat After First Quarter of the Season

By Brian Sampson

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 /
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Green Bay Packers quarterback Alex McGough (17) talks with Green Bay Packers guard Royce Newman (70) following a false start penalty against the Seattle Seahawks during their preseason football game Saturday, August 26, 2023, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Green Bay defeated Seattle 19-15.Wm. Glasheen USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
Green Bay Packers quarterback Alex McGough (17) talks with Green Bay Packers guard Royce Newman (70) following a false start penalty against the Seattle Seahawks during their preseason football game Saturday, August 26, 2023, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Green Bay defeated Seattle 19-15.Wm. Glasheen USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin /

Packers on Hot Seat: Royce Newman

The Packers entered the regular season with their offensive line being one of their strong suits, especially on the left side. David Bakhtiari was back and prepared to anchor the left tackle spot, while Elgton Jenkins continued to work full-time at left guard.

Unfortunately, Bakhtiari landed on Injured Reserve last week and Jenkins has missed the last two-plus games. Royce Newman has stepped into the starting lineup in Jenkins’ spot and has stunk up the place.

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Newman ranks 63rd among a qualified 72 offensive guards, according to PFF. He’s had equal struggles in pass protection and in the running game, as he’s often allowing guys to go right by him. The Packers lack guard depth otherwise they would’ve replaced him by now, but it’s past time to give Sean Rhyan a chance, as he can’t be much worse.

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