Packers think Rashan Gary can play bigger role against the run

Edge rushers are drafted early to disrupt the quarterback, but the Green Bay Packers believe second-year outside linebacker Rashan Gary is capable of playing a bigger role against the run on early downs.

Defensive coordinator Mike Pettine said an evaluation of Gary’s rookie season revealed a physical and violent player who could help the defense better set the edge against the run.

“(Gary) was one of our better guys when we went back and just looked at outside linebackers setting an edge in the run game, just how…