Articles for Offensive Tackle

Lincoln Riley confident USC offensive line can be ‘damn good’ despite Michigan loss
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Lincoln Riley confident USC offensive line can be ‘damn good’ despite Michigan loss

LA Times  

The left tackle was cramping. Still, Riley didn’t seem concerned on Tuesday about the line’s long-term trajectory, instead once again reiterating his belief that USC’s offensive line can be “really damn good” this season. We’ve got to get back on track that way, and I’m confident we will.” Michigan’s Josaiah Stewart knocks down USC quarterback Miller Moss during the Trojans’ …

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No. 18 Notre Dame counting on young offensive line to grow into new roles quickly
3 months, 1 week ago

No. 18 Notre Dame counting on young offensive line to grow into new roles quickly

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! — Notre Dame’s young, inexperienced offensive line handled the hostile environment at Texas A&M just fine. “One play it’s a running back, one play it’s an offensive lineman, one play it’s a receiver, one play we’re not making the best decision with the football. Overall, I …

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College football Freaks List 2024: Why Nyck Harbor takes No. 1 spot (again) in Bruce Feldman’s rankings
4 months, 2 weeks ago

College football Freaks List 2024: Why Nyck Harbor takes No. 1 spot (again) in Bruce Feldman’s rankings

New York Times  

Logan Jones, Iowa, center Kirk Ferentz keeps cranking out Freaks. 38 on the list last year; he has added six pounds but hasn’t lost any speed, running another 4.66 40 this offseason. 42 on last year’s Freaks List, didn’t bench 400 pounds like he did in 2023, but 365 is still more than double his body weight. He’s a nose …

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Jets sign 1st-rounder Olu Fashanu to 4-year, $20.51 million deal. Offensive tackle was No. 11 pick
7 months, 1 week ago

Jets sign 1st-rounder Olu Fashanu to 4-year, $20.51 million deal. Offensive tackle was No. 11 pick

Associated Press  

The New York Jets signed first-round draft pick Olu Fashanu to a four-year, $20.51 million contract on Monday. “The young man is only 21 years old and he hasn’t even scratched the surface,” coach Robert Saleh said shortly after Fashanu was drafted. He’s expected to back up veteran Tyron Smith this season after the former Dallas Cowboys star signed a …

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The Titans go into the NFL draft flexible at No. 7 with lots of needs to fill
8 months ago

The Titans go into the NFL draft flexible at No. 7 with lots of needs to fill

Associated Press  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Titans have been among the league’s biggest spenders in free agency, and they still won’t be able to fill all the remaining holes with only seven selections in this NFL draft. The Titans made a splash in March by signing wide receiver Calvin Ridley, running back Tony Pollard, center Lloyd Cushenberry and cornerback Chidobe Awuzie …

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Best-case scenario for the Patriots in the NFL Draft: Drake Maye, then filling other holes
8 months ago

Best-case scenario for the Patriots in the NFL Draft: Drake Maye, then filling other holes

New York Times  

This week, Dane Brugler published his unfathomable project of a league-wide seven-round mock draft, assigning selections for all 257 picks. He has New England nabbing quarterback Drake Maye with the third pick, offensive tackle Kingsley Suamataia in the second round and a playmaking wide receiver in the third round. GO DEEPER Dane Brugler's 7-round 2024 NFL mock draft: Predicting all …

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AP mock NFL draft 3.0: 8 trades, including 2 in the top 5 highlight AP’s final mock draft
8 months, 1 week ago

AP mock NFL draft 3.0: 8 trades, including 2 in the top 5 highlight AP’s final mock draft

Associated Press  

The NFL draft madness begins early in the final edition of the AP’s 2024 mock draft. Tennessee Titans: JOE ALT, OFFENSIVE TACKLE, NOTRE DAME The 6-9, 321-pound Alt is an athletic, versatile player widely considered the best blocker in a strong draft class. New York Jets: BROCK BOWERS, TIGHT END, GEORGIA After addressing the offensive line in free agency, the …

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Rams beat free-agency frenzy by agreeing to deal with key piece of line, Kevin Dotson
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams beat free-agency frenzy by agreeing to deal with key piece of line, Kevin Dotson

LA Times  

The trade for guard Kevin Dotson helped solidify the Rams’ offensive line last season. The Rams’ trade for offensive lineman Kevin Dotson on the eve of last season did not rank as a blockbuster but proved vital for a team that advanced to the playoffs. Dotson started 14 games at right guard and played extremely well, positioning himself as perhaps …

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AP mock NFL draft 3.0: 8 trades, including 2 in the top 5 highlight AP’s final mock draft
9 months, 2 weeks ago

AP mock NFL draft 3.0: 8 trades, including 2 in the top 5 highlight AP’s final mock draft

Associated Press  

The NFL draft madness begins early in the final edition of the AP’s 2024 mock draft. Tennessee Titans: JOE ALT, OFFENSIVE TACKLE, NOTRE DAME The 6-9, 321-pound Alt is an athletic, versatile player widely considered the best blocker in a strong draft class. New York Jets: BROCK BOWERS, TIGHT END, GEORGIA After addressing the offensive line in free agency, the …

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Switching from one side of the offensive line to the other is among the NFL’s underrated tough tasks
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Switching from one side of the offensive line to the other is among the NFL’s underrated tough tasks

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Driving a car with the opposite foot or shaving with the other hand would be major challenges for anyone. “You have so many reps on one side and it’s muscle memory but then all of sudden you have do everything the other way and it feels weird,” said Wirfs, who was a first-team All-Pro at right tackle …

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Bears mock draft reaction: Is Caleb Williams the right call at No. 1? Is a QB?
1 year ago

Bears mock draft reaction: Is Caleb Williams the right call at No. 1? Is a QB?

New York Times  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Chicago Bears coach Matt Eberflus presented the game ball to the entire team after its 12-10 win against the Minnesota Vikings on “Monday Night Football.” “A new beginning right here,” he said. In Dane Brugler’s first mock draft, he has the Bears taking USC quarterback Caleb Williams with the first pick. Poles, the Bears’ scouting staff …

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Why Broncos have warranted optimism about offensive line jump in 2023
1 year, 6 months ago

Why Broncos have warranted optimism about offensive line jump in 2023

New York Times  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — As the Broncos began team drills at their OTA practice Thursday, optimism for an offensive renaissance began with the man in the visor. “I’m really excited,” Wilson said, “about our offensive line.” In left tackle Garett Bolles, left guard Ben Powers, center Lloyd Cushenberry, right guard Quinn Meinerz and right tackle Mike McGlinchey, the Broncos opened the …

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Titans take Northwestern O-lineman Skoronski at No. 11
1 year, 7 months ago

Titans take Northwestern O-lineman Skoronski at No. 11

Associated Press  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Only four NFL teams allowed more sacks last season than the Tennessee Titans. “And so it made the pick real easy for us to pull off at 11.” The Titans gave up 49 sacks last season behind a patchwork offensive line hit hard by injuries. That’s why they cut three-time Pro Bowl left tackle Taylor Lewan and …

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AP NFL Mock Draft: Panthers take Alabama’s Bryce Young No. 1
1 year, 7 months ago

AP NFL Mock Draft: Panthers take Alabama’s Bryce Young No. 1

Associated Press  

It took the Carolina Panthers until this week to decide which quarterback they’ll select with the No. Arizona Cardinals: WILL ANDERSON, EDGE, ALABAMA New coach Jonathan Gannon benefited from having a dominant defensive line last season as a defensive coordinator for the NFC champion Philadelphia Eagles. New England Patriots: BRODERICK JONES, OFFENSIVE TACKLE, GEORGIA The Patriots get an athletic left …

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USC is undergoing offensive line shift again with new position coach
2 years, 8 months ago

USC is undergoing offensive line shift again with new position coach

LA Times  

USC offensive lineman Andrew Vorhees blocks San Jose State players Sept. 4, 2021, at the Coliseum. And his fifth, Vorhees said, had left “a sour taste in my mouth.” So by the time Lincoln Riley arrived as head coach, Vorhees was leaning toward leaving. The coach made it clear right away that he intended to “hold us accountable to a …

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Trey Pipkins seemed destined for unemployment line, not Chargers’ offensive line
3 years, 3 months ago

Trey Pipkins seemed destined for unemployment line, not Chargers’ offensive line

LA Times  

The series of roster moves the Chargers made Tuesday did not include anything involving Trey Pipkins, the still-developing tackle who struggled mightily during the preseason. We feel like he’s earned that with us, with how he’s invested in his game.” Pipkins was a surprise draft pick in 2019 when the Chargers took him in the third round out of Sioux …

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Packers OT Bakhtiari isn’t setting timetable for his return
3 years, 4 months ago

Packers OT Bakhtiari isn’t setting timetable for his return

Associated Press  

Green Bay Packers offensive tackle David Bakhtiari has used his big personality to make his presence felt in training camp even as he’s unable to practice. “I’m like really itching to get back out there,” Bakhtiari said Tuesday. We’ll see when it ends.” Head coach Matt LaFleur said the Packers are preparing as though Bakhtiari won’t be ready for the …

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David Andrews returns to New England. The Patriots offensive line will be stacked again
3 years, 9 months ago

David Andrews returns to New England. The Patriots offensive line will be stacked again

New York Times  

In a surprising turn of events, the New England Patriots have agreed to a deal with center David Andrews on a four-year contract, according to a source. Julian Edelman even wrote a farewell to Andrews on Instagram earlier in the day, “Pleasure sharing the field with ya big man!” How he fits Insert Andrews right back into the starting center …

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Raiders free agency: A guide to who stays, who goes and their biggest needs
3 years, 9 months ago

Raiders free agency: A guide to who stays, who goes and their biggest needs

New York Times  

The start of NFL free agency and the 2021 season coincide on March 17. With that in mind, here is a free-agency guide focused on Las Vegas’ salary responsibilities, its ability to create more cap room, players who are hitting free agency from the 2020 roster and team needs going into the 2021 season. Estimating the Raiders’ current cap space …

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