Packers’ refusal to play Kevin Zeitler is becoming harder to understand

A deep dive into why the Packers continue to start Travis Glover instead of Kevin Zeitler, and why that must change.

By Kalani Jones · Lombardi Ave

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 3:48 PM

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Lombardi Ave argues the Green Bay Packers should start veteran offensive lineman Kevin Zeitler over Travis Glover.
Kevin Zeitler signed a $4 million contract nearly four weeks ago but has played zero offensive snaps.
Travis Glover allowed eight total pressures on quarterback Jordan Love during Green Bay's loss to the Detroit Lions.

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Lombardi Ave's Kalani Jones argues that the Green Bay Packers should start veteran guard Kevin Zeitler after a recent loss to the Detroit Lions. Green Bay signed Zeitler nearly four weeks prior on a $4 million deal, but the veteran offensive lineman has logged zero offensive snaps and was inactive for Sunday's matchup.

Jones criticizes the coaching staff for continuing to start Travis Glover at right guard, reporting that Glover surrendered eight pressures and hurried throws against Detroit. While acknowledging Zeitler's recovery from offseason quadriceps surgery may factor into his absence, Jones contends the Packers must make a change to protect quarterback Jordan Love.

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