The Green Bay Packers have a big decision to make this offseason on one of their mainstays along the defensive line. TJ Slaton hasn't missed a game in his NFL career and is now set to hit the open market as an unrestricted free agent. He is one of two preferred defensive starters — including linebacker Isaiah McDuffie— who may have played their final down as a member of the Packers.
Will Green Bay prioritize returning Slaton or try to find a more well-rounded player to fill in at defensive tackle?
Here are some reasons for and against re-signing Slaton and what we would do if we were the Packers this offseason:
Reasons for
— A fifth-round pick out of Florida, Slaton has developed into a solid contributor to Green Bay's defense.