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Packers 2021 roster preview: AJ Dillon set for breakout season

Green Bay Packers, AJ Dillon (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

A second-round pick a year ago, AJ Dillon is finally set for a bigger opportunity in the Green Bay Packers‘ offense.

He had a limited role as a rookie, which was to be expected with Aaron Jones and Jamaal Williams both under contract. Williams signed with the Detroit Lions this spring, opening the door for Dillon to step into the number two role.

Will this be a breakout season for the Packers’ 2020 second-round draft pick?

2020 stats

Dillon rushed 46 times for 242 yards and two touchdowns, averaging an impressive 5.