Quote:Pass protection isn't an issue. Run blocking is and a dependable running game is almost necessary when starting a rookie QB.

I spent a little time with the DVR and watching the O-Line.  I highly recommend it.  Here's a few observations...

 

M. Lewis isn't exactly the great blocker he's cracked up to be.  He helps but I saw him whiff on great blocking opportunities in the first couple drives.

 

Jury is still out on Joeckel.

 

I'm not impressed with Beadles at all.  I think the Broncos pulled a fast on Caldwell here.

 

I think McClendon will be decent.  He actually seemed to hold his hold for the most part.  He's got to be more consistent with the snaps obviously and hopefully have the knowledge and quick wits to direct the blocking while at the line.

 

Linder seems to have potential too.  Didn't have a great game but had some decent moments.

 

Bradfield is a back up for a reason.  He's not bad but definitely had some whiffs.  We need Pasztor back.

 

Shuler was in on a play and got totally punked.  They should just put another lineman in if they want another TE to block.

 

Overall, everyone on the line had their share of whiffs and bad plays.

 

What was also disappointing was seeing the Eagles with 10 men within 5 yards of the LOS and the other safety just a yard or 2 further back.  Then we would run to the right where they already had an extra lineman bunched up on the line and the linebackers and safeties just stiffed us at the line.  I put a lot of this on Fisch.  The play calling has got to be better.

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