(05-04-2021, 05:28 PM)ATLjag Wrote: Within the OL, they will keep 8 or 9 on the 53 man roster.  Initially, UM has indicated he likes the starting 5, but needs some improvement from the tackles.  He has specifically mentioned Shatley as a good backup, and the Little pick is obvious.  I would imagine...

Likely locks: (7)
Robinson, Taylor, Little, Norwell, Cann, Linder, and Shatley

Battle between: (For 1-2 spots)
Richardson, Bartch, Gray, Wallace-Simms, McDermott, McGhin, and Pleasants

I think they keep Bartch and possibly Gray, a late year waiver steal off the Steelers, for their developmental upside and versatility.  With the number of starters on 1 year deals, I think they'll go with 9 spots.  Richardson won't go easily, and he also has G/swing T versatility.  Keep an eye on Wallace-Simms to surprise.

I think Bartch is very likely to get a roster spot to see if he can develop.  To me, the question is do they keep Richardson and have 9 offensive linemen or do they cut him and use the roster spot elsewhere?  If I had to guess, I think they keep him at least initially.  Little will probably be worked at one position and they'll want to keep Richardson as a depth option at the other tackle spot.

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