Darian Kinnard ranks 28th among top Packers heading into 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 1:07 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026

As the Green Bay Packers approach the start of the 2026 NFL season, offensive lineman Darian Kinnard is ranked 28th in the team's top 50 players. Kinnard, a versatile swing tackle, will play a crucial role in providing depth along the offensive line. Acquired from the Philadelphia Eagles in 2025, he has already shown capability by starting two games last year. The Packers will begin their season against the Minnesota Vikings on September 13, aiming for a strong performance in a competitive NFC North. With the season's importance heightened by championship aspirations, Kinnard's contributions will be key.
- •Kinnard has played 285 snaps and recorded 11 pressures in 2025.
- •He re-signed with the Packers for a one-year, $2.75 million contract.
- •The Packers’ season opener is set for September 13 against the Vikings.
- •Kinnard's versatility allows him to play multiple offensive line positions.
- •Ranking series highlights top Packers heading into the 2026 season.
- 1:07 PMYahoo Sports — Ranking the Top 50 Packers Heading Into 2026: No. 28, Darian Kinnard
"Darian Kinnard is a veteran swing tackle, a vital insurance policy whose ability to play multiple positions anchors the Green Bay Packers' offensive line depth.
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