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Packers enhance offensive line with Tomlinson and Becton ahead of Week 4

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 11:47 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Packers enhance offensive line with Tomlinson and Becton ahead of Week 4

Summary

The Green Bay Packers have added Laken Tomlinson from the Dallas Cowboys practice squad and free agent Mekhi Becton in response to ongoing offensive line issues. Combined, the new additions bring 221 NFL starts to the team. Head Coach Matt LaFleur indicated that the veterans' readiness to play will depend on how quickly they adapt to the offensive system. Tomlinson, primarily a left guard, could compete for various roles, while Becton, familiar with playing on the right side, aims for a position at right tackle or right guard. Competition remains for the left guard spot as the team prepares for Week 4.

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Status Watch

•Packers add Laken Tomlinson and Mekhi Becton to bolster offensive line.
•Tomlinson has 162 career starts; Becton has 59 starts.
•Coaching staff assessing veterans for immediate playing roles.
•Aaron Banks' injury has created left guard competition.
•Tomlinson primarily plays left guard; Becton has experience on the right side.

Latest Updates

11:47 AMYahoo Sports — Packers add 221 starts of experience as Matt LaFleur’s offensive line shakeup continues

What they're saying

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Matt LaFleur and the Green Bay Packers’ offensive line issues have persisted through the opening three weeks of the season, prompting the Packers to make changes to the group. The team added Laken Tomlinson from the Dallas Cowboys practice squad to its active roster and also brought in free agent Mekhi Becton to the practice [...]
— Yahoo Sports

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