Packers start Donovan Jennings over Jager Burton in Week 1

In their Week 1 opener, the Green Bay Packers chose to start Donovan Jennings at left guard instead of rookie Jager Burton. Offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich attributed the decision to Jennings' superior practice performance in recent weeks. Despite the decision, Jennings had the lowest blocking grade on the team, struggling particularly in the run game and allowing two pressures. Stenavich noted the challenges a rookie would face in an away game at U.S. Bank Stadium. Moving forward, the Packers plan to rotate players, including Burton, to find their best five offensive linemen before their matchup against the New York Jets this weekend.

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