The Green Bay Packers moving on from star left tackle David Bakhtiari was a move that made sense, but still wasn’t an easy pill to swallow. The 32-year-old left tackle has been the anchor of the Packers’ offensive line for the better part of the last decade. His recent injury history coupled with his $40 million cap hit in 2024 ultimately led to Green Bay having to move on.
However, could Bakhtiari be facing off against the Packers in 2024?
Former Green Bay Packers LT David Bakhtiari Suddenly Linked To 2024 Opponent
According To Patrick McAvoy of FanNation:
If the Eagles do want to add a little more depth, one player they should consider is former Green Bay Packers All-Pro tackle David Bakhtiari.
He has appeared in just 13 total games over the last three seasons but it seems like he will be ready to go once the 2024 season kicks off unless he suffers a setback in his injury recovery.
Philadelphia already has one of the best offensive lines in football, but it could never hurt to add someone of Bakhtiari’s caliber at a discount. He was named an All-Pro in five straight seasons from 2016-20 before injuries started to slow him down.
The Eagles are a team that relies heavily on the run so it wouldn’t hurt to add offensive line depth anyway. But, if Bakhtiari is fully healthy and even looks a little bit like he used to, he could bring in a lot of value without breaking the bank.
At this point in the offseason, some veterans will start to fly off the board in free agency. Bakhtiari will find another opportunity soon and it would make sense if it was with Philadelphia.
The Packers will take on the Eagles in week one of the 2024 NFL season in Brazil.
During his career, Bakhtiari was one of the best at his position and a five-time All-Pro. Are teams willing to take a chance on a 33-year-old who has had several surgeries over recent years?
Time will tell, however, it would be very surprising to see him remain a free agent all season long. The left tackle is widely regarded as the second most important position in football. Protecting the quarterbacks’ blind side is a necessity.
