Green Bay Packers: 4 Players deserving of Pro Bowl nod

By Joe Kipp | Dec 17, 2018

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - NOVEMBER 25: Davante Adams #17 of the Green Bay Packers catches the ball for a 15 yard touchdown in the first quarter of the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on November 25, 2018 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images) /

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CHICAGO, IL – DECEMBER 18: Corey Linsley #63 of the Green Bay Packers prepares to snap the football in the first quarter against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on December 18, 2016 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) /

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Corey Linsley has quietly been one of the most consistent players on the Packers offense this season. His incredible play up front has allowed for several breakout runs by star running back Aaron Jones, often demonstrating his incredible ability to perform reach blocks and eliminating defenders at the second level.

Linsley has had a career year in 2018 after a couple down years in between. What’s been most impressive about him this season, though, is his pass blocking efficiency. According to Pro Football Focus (subscription required), Linsley has a pass blocking grade of 86.3. Overall, he’s rated as the fourth-best center in the NFL.

Linsley’s contributions to the offensive line shouldn’t be overlooked, as he’s been a stalwart for nearly the entire season. After receiving a contract extension last season (at the same time as Davante Adams), Linsley is locked up for the foreseeable future, a great sign for the Packers O-line.

If Linsley doesn’t get named as a starter for the Pro Bowl at first, he will likely be selected as an alternate due to others opting out to avoid injuries, etc.

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