Jordy Nelson returned the lineup last year after missing the entire 2015 season with a knee injury. And thanks to his presence and performance, the Packers were able to reach the NFC Championship game for the second time in three seasons.

Adam Schein of NFL.com realizes how important Nelson is to the Packers, which is why he put him No. 5 on his 10 most indispensable offensive players in the NFL list. Here' what Schein had to say about Nelson.

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Aaron Rodgers' security blanket returned to action after missing the entire 2015 campaign due to a torn ACL. And once Jordy returned to Full Nelson mode, getting his legs and chemistry back, Rodgers and the Packers took off, winning their final six regular-season games and then two playoff games (before falling to the Falcons in the NFC title bout). Nelson finished with 97 catches and an NFL-high 14 touchdowns. He stretched the field for Green Bay and kept the other receivers in their more suitable place on the depth chart. Heading toward the 2017 season, the backfield has question marks. The offensive line has regressed. General manager Ted Thompson's shortcomings have made it more about Aaron Rodgers than ever before. Which means Nelson is more indispensable than ever before.

What makes things more interesting is Nelson is taking part in OTAs for the first time since 2015. So if he can stay healthy, he will take part in minicamp and training camp and that could lead to even a bigger season for the Kansas State alum.

Nelson has 63 career receiving touchdowns. He just need three more touchdowns to pass Starling Sharpe for second on the Packers all-time list.

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