During the 2023 season, the Green Bay Packers offense encountered the typical fluctuations associated with a team featuring a first-year starting quarterback and several first- or second-year players in key positions. However, once Jordan Love and his youthful offensive unit synced up and found their rhythm, they quickly ascended, culminating in the Packers finishing the season as one of the most formidable offenses in football.
According to Pro Football Focus (PFF), the Packers wrapped up the season with the ninth-best offense overall, boasting top-10 grades in passing and pass blocking categories.
So, who were the standout performers during this exhilarating inaugural season of the Love era? Utilizing PFF grades as a guiding factor, here are the top 11 players from the Packers offense in 2023:
1. QB Jordan Love
– PFF Grade: 83.6
– Position Rank: 11th
– Notable stats include ranking second in touchdown passes, third in big-time throws, eighth in turnover-worthy play percentage, and tied for first in completions on passes thrown over 20 yards in the air.
2. WR Bo Melton
– PFF Grade: 83.4
– Position Rank: 15th
– Despite limited opportunities, Melton showcased his prowess with 18 catches for 244 yards and two touchdowns across seven games. He excelled in crucial matchups and demonstrated remarkable efficiency, particularly in contested catch situations.
3. RB Aaron Jones
– PFF Grade: 80.9
– Position Rank: 11th
– Jones amassed 875 rushing yards over 13 games, exhibiting impressive elusiveness with 3.35 yards after first contact. He proved to be a reliable playmaker, although drops in the passing game slightly impacted his overall grade.
4. OT Zach Tom
– PFF Grade: 79.7
– Position Rank: 13th
– Tom’s outstanding performance included allowing just two sacks and two quarterback hits across 1,162 total snaps. He excelled in both pass and run blocking, earning recognition as one of the top right tackles in the league.
5. WR Dontayvion Wicks
– PFF Grade: 77.8
– Position Rank: 26th
– As a rookie, Wicks made an immediate impact, hauling in 41 receptions for 14.8 yards per catch and five touchdowns. His connection with Jordan Love proved highly efficient, contributing significantly to the Packers’ offensive success.
