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Green Bay Packers 2017 roster preview: Kyler Fackrell

Fackrell, a third-round pick a year ago, struggled to make a major impact as a rookie. Largely inactive on defense, Fackrell left a lot to be desired and now enters an important second season.

What can we expect from the young pass rusher, who is tasked with helping fill the void left by Julius Peppers and Datone Jones?

2016 stats

In 13 games, Fackrell recorded 18 tackles, two sacks and forced a fumble. According to Pro Football Reference, he played on just 15.55 percent of the Packers’ defensive snaps.

2016 review

It was a disappointing debut campaign for the former Utah State edge rusher.