Quote:I think you have to take the o-line out of the equation.  What happens if the problems persist or, like last year, become worse as the season progresses, ...

I think the staff is definitely considering the O-line as part of the equation.  And last year the O-line improved after the bye. Partly due to learning the new system, and partly due to Bradfield and Pasztor stepping up beyond their prior levels of play.  It wasn't stellar, but it was good in a few games - some of them vs. quality d-lines. 

If you are referring to injuries, then, yes, the problem persisted, but the o-line improved as the season went on as a whole. I just think the question marks at C and RG are contributing factors to Bortles insertion to the line-up. 

Also important is Henne's deeper knowledge of the playbook. I'd like to see Bortles starting before season's end, but I don't think it needs to be week one. 

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