Packers Sign Aaron Banks to Bolster O-Line

The Green Bay Packers have signed former San Francisco 49ers guard Aaron Banks to a four-year, $77 million contract, marking a significant investment to enhance their offensive line. Banks, a second-round pick from the 2021 NFL Draft, played primarily at left guard for the 49ers and started 43 games over the past three seasons. Despite allowing only one sack in 2024, his performance was mixed, with Pro Football Focus ranking him 37th in run blocking and 77th in pass blocking out of 135 guards. The Packers aim to strengthen their protection for quarterback Jordan Love and may adjust their line by shifting other players like Elgton Jenkins to different positions. Banks' signing comes amid the 49ers losing several key players and marks a strategic move by the Packers to fortify their line after a playoff loss to the Eagles. However, some analysts argue that the Packers overpaid for Banks, given his inconsistent performance and injury history.