AP Defensive Rookie of the Year: Micah Parsons. 14. . Houston Texans, 40% While there are certainly question marks about Darrisaws ability on true pass-sets coming from the play action- and RPO-heavy Virginia Tech offense, there probably isnt a better landing spot for him than the Vikings who will get the most out of him as a run-blocker and protect him a bit as he develops his pass-pro technique with their enormous play action usage. 25. What will the Buffalo Bills do without defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier? Assuming the Eagles line stays healthy this year, it has a chance to be a phenomenal unit. 14. 20. 31. Austin Jackson and Robert Hunt were mediocre at best, while Solomon Kindley didnt live up to expectations on the interior. By all accounts, the Giants made the wrong pick when they selected Andrew Thomas over Jedrick Wills Mekhi Becton and Tristan Wirfs in the 2020 NFL Draft. They also have one of the better centers in the league with Jason Kelce. 16. Justin Pugh and Justin Murray up the middle isnt the best duo at guard, but the play of D.J. 22. Atlanta Falcons, 28% Whatever the case, injuries made them look worse than they are, but we cant ignore that Tyron Smith is nearing the end, and when they lose him, this line doesnt look nearly as dominant. On top of stellar pass-protection, the Browns can smack you on the ground using a multitude of run concepts to get the job done. Whatever the case, Greg Van Roten and Conner McGovern are both below average and drag down the overall ranking. 9. ESPN Analytics created revolutionary new metrics to measure performance in the trenches -- in both the run and pass game -- using player tracking data from NFL Next Gen Stats. The Rams lost starting center Austin Blythe to the Chiefs, and stud left tackle Andrew Whitworth is another year older, now 39. Will Anderson with a 4.69 40-yard dash with a 1.61 10-yard split.
Very good initial burst off the line of scrimmage shows in that 10-yard split. 24. The release of Charles Leno made little sense to me. The running back room is also a bit bare behind Harris; by rights, he should be the unquestioned starting back. 10. PRWR: Players | Team Ten different offensive linemen have seen snaps for Washington so far this season, and not one of them has a PFF pass-blocking grade lower than 62.2. The only offensive lineman to play 16 games was Conner Williams, and it showed. Theyll also get last years third-round pick Lucas Niang back after he opted out in 2020. 2020-21. No need to blab further on this. Adding Wyatt Davis in the third round was one of my favorite picks they made in the draft, and he should prove to be an upgrade on the interior of the line right away. Offensive Line rankings by PFF ; 2021 Yahoo Running Back Rankings 1) Nick Chubb / Cleveland Browns PFF O-line Ranking: No. They replaced him at right tackle with Alexander Villanueva whos played his entire career at left tackle, so the transition may be more than most realize. Seattle Seahawks, 61% The Bills OL unit is a great example of what a collection of five guys who are average to good can do. 4. 3. Unfortunately, we don't have answers to those questions right now, so they fall to eighth place. Pitt DT Calijah Kancey officially ran a 4.67
That's the fastest time at the Combine for a DT since 2003 . 13. Washington Football Team, 40% Usually a top unit, injuries brought the line's overall play down in 2020, much like their NFC East rivals, the Cowboys. Humphries and Kelvin Beachum. Who knows, they just might help you break a tie or two when you're on the clock. Las Vegas Raiders, 44% Not only that, but they also snagged Kendall Lamm in free agency for depth. NFL Week 15 Offensive Line Rankings. Its just a collection of mediocre linemen, similar to what theyve been trotting out there for years. 30 overall prospect in the Class of 2023. 22. Cincinnati Bengals 25. 19. 32. AP Defensive Player of the Year: These guys join Brandon Scherff, who is still one of the best RGs in the league. Carolina Panthers The Panthers didnt do much in free agency but did add three rookies that I like in Brady Christensen, Deonte Brown and David Moore. 21. Kancey likely padded his wallet Thursday, too, running a 4.67-second 40-yard dash. Northwestern's Peter Skoronski. Byron Young also looked like a special athlete, testing incredibly well. The Colts OL is the definition of nasty with several guys who take pride in getting their man to the ground. Well, that sort of started to change in 2020, and 2021 looks even better for the Seahawks with the addition of Gabe Jackson, a good-not-great player. A couple of future NFL players made themselves some coin Thursday. Unlike the Buccaneers, the Chiefs are not working with any sort of continuity along the offensive line in fact, they will be starting five brand new players there. 29. Dallas Cowboys, 31% They did go out and snag guard Gabe Jackson, whos at least been competent throughout his seven years in the league. 17. These dudes are all freaks. 32. The two big questions will be the development of left tackle Andre Dillard, who missed all of the 2020 season, and how rookie second-rounder Landon Dickerson fits in. Taylor Decker and No. 1 considering the departure of Orlando Brown, who was a massive presence for them. 2023 NFL Scouting Combine Preview: Offensive Line. Join our Discord to Chat with Experts and FantasyPros Subscribers >>. 12. San Francisco 49ers, 33% Denver Broncos, 70% 2021 Offensive Line Rankings: 10-1. 2019-20. DISCLAIMER: This site and the products offered are for entertainment purposes only, and there is no gambling offered on the site. Team. Stat to know:In 2020, the Packers OL produced the highest time to pressure per dropback with a mark of 2.67. Derrick Henry is special in that, because of his unique physical tools, you imagine he would probably produce no matter how good the line is in front of him. New York Jets, 61% Los Angeles Rams Many analysts are excited about the group of offensive linemen in this draft. Washington Football Team, 75% The unit they had in place last year gave their running backs a league-worst 1.03 yards before contact. Those are impressive numbers for an interior lineman, and Kancey may have solidified a first-round draft stock. I loved the pick of Jalen Mayfield in the third round; it felt like one of the steals of the draft. The duo of Terron Armstead and Ryan Ramczyk at tackle is among the best in the game, while Andrus Peat, Cesar Ruiz, and Erik McCoy on the interior is more than adequate. Some teams have lost players and havent done much to replace them, which will impact their grade. Teams are ranked according to Adjusted Sack Rate, which gives sacks (plus intentional grounding penalties) per pass attempt adjusted for down, distance, and opponent. And even though Hill will undoubtedly be a part of some offensive packages, Kamara is expected to receive most of his carries from Winston. While those guys have taken some steps forward, the Falcons could quite possibly be again in a situation where they are starting two rookies in Jalen Mayfield and Drew Dalman. 26. Little should be able to compete for one of the starting tackle jobs and at worst provide better depth than years past. WebNFL offensive line stats 2021. Baltimore Ravens, 33% What we know is McCarthy repeatedly pointed to how the running game was used in 2022 as a sign of things to come and even expressed a disinterest in offensive ranking. 14. Lets take a look at how the offensive lines around the NFL have fared so far through the 2021 NFL season. Its not just running backs wholl feel it, either, as quarterbacks are impacted quite a bit by offensive line play, too. We'll have a similar list of teams' projected run block win rates (RBWR) out in a couple of weeks. Atlanta Falcons, 34% Expect him to get at least a slight bump. They have invested money in free agency, as well as high equity in the draft. Miami Dolphins Now imagine what would happen if Hunt were to go down, or if the Browns realize Chubb doesn't need a breather that often. Do they slide him inside to play guard? Arizona Cardinals, 29% Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel, who served as the run game and offensive coordinator for the 49ers between 2017 and 2021, acquired Wilson from his How are the Steelers down this far considering Ben Roethlisberger was sacked just 13 times? Well, thats a large part of the reason his average depth of target was so short; he was getting the ball out. Carolina Panthers, 68% SAN His numbers don't jump off the page, but his athleticism will have NFL teams coveting him. 27. Despite the improvement, the Football Team chose not to settle and instead continued adding talent to the group. Leatherwood has a long way to go as far as his pass-pro chops though, and the Raiders may get marginally better in the run game at the sacrifice of pass protection. Miami Dolphins, 43% Stat to know: Ranked dead last in yards before contact per carry on non-QB runs (1.02). 9. 15. No one really knows what the Panthers are doing with their offensive line. His wonky pass-pro technique got abused in his rookie campaign as he gave up double-digit sacks in the process. The talent is there, and so is the continuity: This group started a collective 73 games out of a possible 80 for Cleveland last season. 28. 5. They let Ereck Flowers walk this offseason, which creates a void they hope to fill with Liam Eichenberg? Overall, the Bengals struggled in both pass pro and run-blocking. For reference, there were 62 qualifiers at tackle, 70 at guard and 35 at center last season. 6. Buffalo Bills, 31% The Vikings have not been shy about trying to improve their offensive line over the past five years. Updated 02/22/2023 10:17 AM EST. 23. Seattle Seahawks, 32% On paper, this might actually be the most improved unit in the league with the addition of stud Corey Linsley, first-round pick Rashawn Slater and versatile guard/tackle Matt Feiler, who will all join Bryan Bulaga, the only likely 2020 starter returning, to form potentially the best unit the Chargers have had in years. Seattle Seahawks New England Patriots Players who did not play in either or both seasons (including rookies) were assigned a below-average PBWR for their position, and anyone who failed to meet the qualifying threshold had their win rate regressed toward that below-average target. These questions and moving parts certainly hurt their grade. On top of returning all five starters for 2021, the Browns added James Hudson via the draft, potentially providing good depth at OT and IOL, thus making it easy for them to hold the top spot in my rankings heading into the season. The main portions of the NFL offseason are in the rearview mirror, at least the player acquisition stage. Jacksonville Jaguars, 70% 7. 17. Garrett Bradbury didnt tear it up in his first two years but should continue to improve. The They signed tons of offensive linemen this offseason, but no one really of note. While the Rams unit did take a major step back toward the good after a dreadful 2019 season, there are question marks here. Los Angeles Chargers, 61% Arizona Cardinals The only bright spot on this offensive line is Taylor Moton at right tackle. This is no longer a below average offensive line, and if Cosmi hits, it could be one of the better ones in the league. Houston Texans, 65%, 2021 NFL pass-rushing, run-stopping, blocking leaderboard: Win rate rankings, The future of the NFL combine: Is there really a chance it could end forever? 6. Indianapolis Colts, 31% 15. 2. Granted, they were aging players, but its still a lot of moving parts. Green Bay Packers, 35% ARI | ATL | BAL | BUF | CAR | CHI | CIN The Texans werent really able to address the offensive line this offseason in any major way and outside of Tunsil will be counting on major developments from youngsters Max Scharping and Tytus Howard to see any type of improvement. Led by Quenton Nelson, the Colts front office has done an excellent job of building an offensive line that fits the scheme and attitude of the team. The 1.14 yards before contact they gave their running backs last year highlights that, as it was the fourth-lowest number in the league. ESPN Analytics created revolutionary new metrics to measure performance in both the run and pass game. The Packers have a knack for drafting and developing guys and making them immediate impact players. Before, he had to split with an old guy and a failed high draft pick. If you watched the Super Bowl, you understand why. 16. That hasn't happened yet, be it due to injury or workload or offensive environment or all of the above. 11. Cleveland Browns, 30% We are only a year into each of their respective careers, but not only were the only three significantly better in Year One, Thomas was an unmitigated disaster. They drafted Walker Little in the second round as what may be Robinsons replacement, but hes not guaranteed to be an upgrade. Buffalo Bills, 69% Washington Football Team, 63% Stat to know: Clevelands offense ranked second in time to pressure with a mark of 2.58 seconds. The Saints are an all-around good-to-great line. I was surprised to see the Lions' line ranked so highly when doing research for this list, as it seems like nothing but negativity comes out of that team. Stat to know: The Saints ranked third in the NFL in yards before contact per carry with a mark of 1.99 (non-QB runs).