Packers Ranked Low in ESPN's Offseason Rankings

0:00On March 26, the Green Bay Packers had a quiet free agency period this off-season, and it showed in ESPN's recent rankings. The team landed 30th out of 32 teams, with only the Miami Dolphins and Los Angeles Chargers rated lower. General manager Brian Goudacunst focused on resigning their own players rather than chasing big names, contributing nothing on the first day when two. 0.3 billion dollars in contracts flew around the league. They did make a few moves, starting with trading defensive linemen Rashan Garry to the Dallas Cowboys for a fourth round draft pick. Green Bay lost several contributors like Elton Jenkins, Nate Hobbs, Romeo Doves, and others to different teams. On the flip side, they brought in defensive linemen Javan Hargrave, cornerback Benjamin St. Juiced, wide receiver Skyeemore, and linebacker Zaire. Franklin in a trade, plus resigned offensive linemen Sean Ryan, to a three-year, $33 million dollar deal. Fans and analysts have piled on the criticism, pointing to major losses on defense and the offensive line that leave big holes to fill.

1:07Pundits argue the Packers got cheaper without getting better, even banking on future draft picks from all the departures. ESPN highlighted the snap losses from those exits, but gave credit to the Hargrave signing, expecting him to shine under the new defensive coordinator. St. Juiced also stands out as a high-graded reserve corner from last year. With a solid core still in place, eyes now turn to the draft, and possible trays to shake things up before next season kicks off.