RichNhansom":hj87uk26 said:
Ad Hawk":hj87uk26 said:
So can a big, athletic OL actually provide pass pro? That's the most important question for me. I believe Cable will have them run-blocking well as we see every year. But if RW gets killed, I won't be happy. Our big guys better learn to keep their bulk between the DL and Russ.
This is why they drafted Vannett and I have a feeling Collins will see some significant playing time on passing downs due directly to pass protection.
I don't believe our O-line was superior in 2012 to what we have now but we had Miller, MRob and Lynch helping out. Not sure if Cottom gets in as the FB but I feel like that is the direction they are trying to go. Those assist guys make a world of difference.
True, and having even an effective chip-block from a TE or WR can slow down the outside speed rush.
I'll be watching for such help this season, but hope the 5 up-front will begin holding their own against D-lines like LA (feels weird writing that about the Rams...).