Patriots Predicted To Steal Starting Lineman From Packers

New England could look to sign Rasheed Walker from Green Bay in free agency.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The New England Patriots' offensive line struggled in the Super Bowl, and the team could look to make changes this offseason. One potential move is signing left tackle Rasheed Walker from the Green Bay Packers, who is set to be a free agent. Walker has been a three-year starter for the Packers, but the team may let him walk with 2024 first-round pick Jordan Morgan ready to take over.

Why it matters

The Patriots need to improve their offensive line play, and signing Walker could provide a solid option at left or right tackle. However, it's unclear how Walker would fare switching to right tackle, which he has not played in the NFL.

The details

Walker, who turns 26 this week, has been the Packers' starting left tackle since 2023. If the Patriots sign him, he would likely need to take over at right tackle, something he has not done in the NFL. Walker is a consistent and experienced starter, but Pro Football Focus rated him as the NFL's 54th-best tackle last season. The Patriots could save money by replacing the 35-year-old Morgan Moses, who has a $10.4 million cap hit next season.

  • Walker is set to be a free agent this offseason.

The players

Rasheed Walker

A former seventh-round pick who has developed into a three-year starter at left tackle for the Green Bay Packers, protecting Jordan Love's blind side.

Morgan Moses

The Patriots' current right tackle, who is 35 years old and has a $10.4 million cap hit next season.

Will Campbell

The Patriots' current left tackle, who Mike Vrabel has said will remain at that position moving forward.

Jordan Morgan

The Packers' 2024 first-round pick, who is expected to take over at left tackle if the team lets Rasheed Walker walk in free agency.

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What they’re saying

“Walker, who turns 26 this week, is a former seventh-round pick who developed into a three-year starter at left tackle for the Packers, protecting Jordan Love's blind side. He isn't great — Pro Football Focus rated him as the NFL's No. 54 tackle last season — but he's consistent and experienced enough to merit $20 million a year in free agency. It's possible Green Bay will let him walk and shift 2024 first-round pick Jordan Morgan into his spot.”

— Greg Auman, Fox Sports Writer (Fox Sports)

What’s next

The Patriots will need to decide if signing Rasheed Walker is the right move to improve their offensive line this offseason.

The takeaway

The Patriots are looking to upgrade their offensive line, and signing Rasheed Walker from the Packers could be a cost-effective option. However, it's unclear how Walker would perform if asked to switch to right tackle, which he has not played in the NFL.