Cleveland Browns, 30% OL Rankings | 21-32. All told, the additions combined with their established linemen give the Chiefs one of the best lines in the league. Baltimore Ravens Miami Dolphins, 47%, 1. It's hard to win a championship without having that foundational back. The Vikings have not been shy about trying to improve their offensive line over the past five years. 24. FTN's Brett Whitefield ranks all 32 NFL offensive lines heading into the 2021 NFL season for betting purposes. 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. The potential of this group is there though and assuming those guys take even a modest step forward, the Broncos unit, led by Garett Boles, should be pretty good and at least a unit that wont tank the offense. Arizona Cardinals 8. Little should be able to compete for one of the starting tackle jobs and at worst provide better depth than years past. But what they did was add an extremely disappointing Pat Elflein, a horrendous Cam Erving, and then offensive linemen with their third- and sixth-round picks. 14. Usually a top unit, injuries brought the line's overall play down in 2020, much like their NFC East rivals, the Cowboys. Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Find the best prices for your favorite props each day here with the FTN Prop Shop. This offensive line took a hit during the offseason when they lost long-time starting center Corey Linsley and right tackle Rick Wagner. Carolina Panthers, 31% 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. The combination of James Daniels and Cody Whitehair is solid on the interior, but there are just too many questions about the most important positions to trust this line. Stat to know:Ranked top-10 in both time to pressure per dropback (2.45 seconds) and yards before contact per carry (1.97 yards). They were much better pass blockers than run blockers last year, as evidenced by just 29.1 percent of their running backs yardage coming before contact, which ranked 25th in the NFL. Miami Dolphins Andrew Thomas was okay his rookie season and should continue to develop as a sturdy left tackle. Dallas Cowboys, 58% Try the FTN Parlay Calculator and FTN Prop Shop. The running back room is also a bit bare behind Harris; by rights, he should be the unquestioned starting back. 25 in the draft. Theyll move Germain Ifedi from guard to right tackle, which is likely to be a downgrade from Massie. 4. 30. They also have one of the better centers in the league with Jason Kelce. 28. Now, however, Swift will have to share backfield duties with the potent Jamaal Williams. 5. Skip The Packers have a knack for drafting and developing guys and making them immediate impact players. 2021 Draft Kit: View printable cheat sheets, sleepers & mistakes to avoid >>, Subscribe:Apple Podcasts|Spotify|Google Podcasts|Stitcher|SoundCloud|iHeartRadio. The Kansas City offensive line had maybe its worst game of the young season last week, allowing two sacks and 15 pressures, both season-highs, but the team still managed to score 31 points against the Washington Football Team. Teams that need help getting after the quarterback are going to be very, very intrigued by Anderson. 18. Still, even without Staley for more than half the season, this offensive line created a league-leading 2.01 yards before contact for their running backs. Log in here. The Jaguars waited until the last minute to franchise tag Cam Robinson, highlighting that they werent entirely convinced they wanted him to be the left tackle of their future, but they had no alternate plan and couldnt risk waiting to see if one was there at pick No. Oddly enough, the Saints running backs averaged just 2.73 yards after contact last year, which ranked 21st. 26. 2. Landover, Maryland, USA; Dallas Cowboys guard Zack Martin (70) takes to the field with teammates prior to the game We'll go 1-32 based on projected PBWR for 2021, using ESPN fantasy analyst Mike Clay's offensive line starter projections to give us each team's starting five. Some teams have added significant talent through free agency, while others have added through the draft. 27. If a defender earns a run stop win, his blocker earns a loss, and vice versa. 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Anytime you lose an elite player like Orlando Brown, there is a chance for significant regression. We made mention of the Ravens trading Orlando Brown Jr. to the Chiefs. Our pass rush win rate metric tells us how often a pass-rusher is able to beat his block within 2.5 seconds. Whether signing big-time free agents or spending Day 1/2 picks on offensive linemen, they have chucked resources at what has been their biggest weakness for a while. Some teams have lost players and havent done much to replace them, which will impact their grade. 10. 22. Not only that, but they also snagged Kendall Lamm in free agency for depth. We know them for dominating in the run game, right? The Broncos were just OK in both pass-blocking and run-blocking last season but dealt with the growing pains of young players Dalton Risner and Lloyd Cushenberry in the starting lineup. With Andrew Norwell, Brandon Linder and A.J. Philadelphia Eagles, 67% I was someone clamoring for the Broncos to add an offensive tackle (if they didnt go quarterback) at No. The Seahawks have a very interesting blend of young players and veterans with Duane Brown still playing like a top tackle in the NFL. Las Vegas Raiders, 44% Growing pains due to a youth movement has definitely been the story of the past two seasons in Atlanta after selecting two OL in the first round in 2019. The 11. Lets rank every NFL offensive unit from 1 to 32 and look at why it matters for bettors in 2021, starting at the top with two very familiar teams. 2021-22. 5. Here are the leaders for the 2021 season. Who knows, they just might help you break a tie or two when you're on the clock. After aggressively attacking the offensive line after the 2019 season, the Browns unit quickly rose to the top of the NFL. You can see last season's PBWR rankings here. XFL Week 3 preview: Can AJ McCarron, Battlehawks continue their fourth-quarter heroics? Tyrell Crosby is also an above-average swing tackle, giving the Lions very valuable depth. 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). Still, its not a bad thing that they went out and snagged Alex Mack on a one-year deal in free agency, and then drafted Aaron Banks in the second round in order to beef up the interior of the line. Tennessee Titans, 56% 9. It seems Andrew Whitworth discovered the fountain of youth, as he was said to be retiring two years ago, but he played some of his best football in 2020, as did Rob Havenstein. 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The team took a massively unconventional approach, throwing multiple low-cost darts at nearly every position along the line and relied on players to either return to their former standard as was the case with Daryl Williams or for players to develop and get better. Pittsburgh Steelers Detroit Lions, 70% But with Ronnie Staley at left tackle, they werent going to play Brown there. If so, they have a solid offensive line that wont hold offensive skill-position players back. New York Giants, 54% 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. Stat to know:Ranked second in yards before contact per carry on non-QB runs (2.04) and first if you include QB runs (2.38). WebNFL Offensive Rankings & Stats, Visualized by Year Use our visualized & statistical data below for 2021 NFL Offensive stats, player & team rankings broken down by passing, rushing, receiving, play frequency, explosive plays, 28. Denver Broncos window.PLAYERCARDS_CONFIG={affiliateCode:"fpros_cards"}; Copyright 2010- FantasyPros.com Please be aware that quarterbacks bear responsibility for some of their own sacks and these metrics are not a pure rating of pass protection. Atlanta Falcons, 28% Theres not a below-average talent on their entire line, and it showed when they created 1.96 yards before contact for their run game last year, which ranked second in the NFL. While those guys might not play much this year, they are reasonable depth options who could develop into starters down the road. 32. Jacksonville Jaguars, 70% 23. AP Offensive Player of the Year: Cooper Kupp. Cincinnati Bengals, 36% Philadelphia Eagles, 74% Arizona Cardinals, 70% Stat to know:The Steelers ranked bottom-five in both time to pressure per dropback (2.17 seconds) and yards before contact per carry (1.29). However, Christian Darrisaw is my favorite pick they have made on the OL in some time. Los Angeles Chargers, 61% With their first-round pick, the Lions also added the best OL prospect in some time in Penei Sewell, who slots in immediately at RT. 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. , Reminder to everyone that the 1.61 split is the important part for Will Anderson, not the 4.69 (which is still okay at 250+). 14. As Im sure you have hypothesized in the past, the play of a teams offensive line impacts the fantasy points that each NFL team can produce, and now we have statistical proof. And even though Hill will undoubtedly be a part of some offensive packages, Kamara is expected to receive most of his carries from Winston. 30 overall prospect in the Class of 2023. Stat to know:The Seahawks average time to pressure per dropback was 2.55 seconds, the third-best mark in the NFL. New Orleans Saints, 36% But its also important to note that a team will get a bump in the rankings for returning linemen, as continuity absolutely matters. Among other reasons, they don't include quarterbacks or fumbles, long runs are truncated, and a different set of adjustments is used, attempting to isolate line play rather than total team offense or defense. New York Giants, 34% I fully expect a comeback this year with the return of Lewan and the addition of second-round pick Dillon Radunz. The expected boost to their line should also, ideally, help Edwards-Helaire reach his vast potential. 11. The Vikings cutting Riley Reiff didnt do their ranking any favors. After being utterly abysmal in 2019, they bounced back in a major way and got good play from their OT duo D.J. After the failed first-round pick that was Isaiah Wilson, the Titans had to try and replace Jack Conklin once again in this years draft, selecting Dillon Radunz in the second round. Absolutely, and Im going to do my best to let you know why. Whether it be outside zone, inside zone, duo/gap, or counter/power the Browns have the versatility to keep defenses guessing. The Lions running backs did them no favors last year, averaging just 2.48 yards after contact, but just know that 39.2 percent of their yards came before contact, which ranked as the ninth-most in the league, right in between the 49ers and Ravens. 24. 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New England Patriots, 33% Biggest takeaway from the first day of the combine is the training and development players are experiencing in college these days is incredible. Buffalo Bills, 69% They had plenty of injuries that accounted for their poor play last year, but these rankings are based upon the talent when healthy. There will be new starters at four of the five positions, but in the Chargers case, thats a good thing. and Las Vegas' offensive line is a work in progress. 2017-18. Theyre still a very good offensive line, but Im not seeing greatness just yet. 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. Pittsburgh Steelers, 41% Los Angeles Chargers Nolan Smith is a 15 yr pro. 4. 8. Teams are ranked according to Adjusted Sack Rate, which gives sacks (plus intentional grounding penalties) per pass attempt adjusted for down, distance, and opponent. The Jets have to prove it on the field before they climb the list a ton, but it's easy to look at Mekhi Becton and Alijah Vera-Tucker and be enthused about where this is headed. Seattle Seahawks, 39% Nick Chubb has a case to be known as the best pure runner in the NFL, a threat to score (or break a tackle or five) whenever he touches the ball. Expect him to get at least a slight bump. Continuity is something thats required to get to the top of this list, and the Saints have that, with all five starters returning. Despite a brutal 2020 season as a whole, the Lions had sneakily good offensive line play all season, especially from their LT through C positions, featuring Taylor Decker, Jonah Jackson and Frank Ragnow. Still, on paper, the Chiefs have a top-five left side in LT Orlando Brown and LG Joe Thuney. Byron Young also looked like a special athlete, testing incredibly well. 17. Having Duane Brown at left tackle is certainly a score booster, as its the most important position on the line, even if theres not another above average player (maybe Jackson now) on the line. Thats it. NFL Team Passing Play Percentage This is definitely a unit to keep an eye on; if things go well, it has top-15 potential. Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 70% Updated 02/22/2023 10:17 AM EST. Taylor Decker and No. Its not a shock to see 39.6 percent of the Patriots running backs yards came before contact, the sixth-highest mark in the league. Northwestern's Peter Skoronski. 26. A few years ago, ESPN Analytics developed pass block win rate (PBWR) to measure how often individual players and teams sustained their pass blocks for at least 2.5 seconds, using player tracking data from NFL Next Gen Stats. They also added a couple guards in free agency to replace Forrest Lamp and Trai Turner, who both turned out to be major disappointments. 27. A couple of future NFL players made themselves some coin Thursday. Chicago Bears, 71% There are certainly questions on this offensive line, but its possible theyre a top-12 unit this time next year. 14. 17. 30. This is no longer a below average offensive line, and if Cosmi hits, it could be one of the better ones in the league. They also produced the fourth-most yards before contact per carry (non-QB runs) with a mark of 1.92. 13. The return of Ronnie Stanley from injury is huge, plus Browns replacement Alejandro Villanueva might not be close to Brown's level, but he is an above-average player. Those are impressive numbers for an interior lineman, and Kancey may have solidified a first-round draft stock. 8): Will Darrell Henderson be able to handle a workhorse load? Arizona Cardinals, 61% This will probably come as a shock to many as the Steelers having a good offensive line has been almost as consistent as having to pay taxes each year. Dak Prescott's season-ending injury grabbed most of the headlines, but we can't forget about the ailments suffered by elite left tackle Tyron Smith and La'el Collins' own season-ender. Green Bay Packers, 35% Teams are ranked according to Adjusted Line Yards. Can't miss prospect. While the Rams unit did take a major step back toward the good after a dreadful 2019 season, there are question marks here. This OL group is absolutely nasty and fits the identity and scheme of the team perfectly. An error occurred. 29. Pittsburgh Steelers, 49% Washington Football Team, 40% If this unit can make improvements in pass-pro this season they could end the year even higher on this list. He's expected to lead this backfield going forward, and the boost to his ADP of late reflects that. Can Taylor Lewan stay healthy and on the field? Los Angeles Rams, 71% His numbers don't jump off the page, but his athleticism will have NFL teams coveting him. The Chiefs obsessively pursued offensive line tweaks and upgrades all offseason long, which resulted in one of the best units in the league on paper. While Teven Jenkins was one of my favorite prospects in this draft class, losing both starting offensive tackles isnt a good look for a team that already struggled. 12. Offensive Line rankings by PFF ; 2021 Yahoo Running Back Rankings 1) Nick Chubb / Cleveland Browns PFF O-line Ranking: No. 32. At 250 pounds, Young timed 4.43 AP Defensive Player of the Year: The only offensive lineman to play 16 games was Conner Williams, and it showed. Green Bay Packers -Los Angeles Rams (PFF rank - No. Not exactly what you want when it's time to draft. DISCLAIMER: This site and the products offered are for entertainment purposes only, and there is no gambling offered on the site. The following are the 2022 NFL team overall offense statistics, including team rushing yardage, team passing yardage and total team Injuries completely wrecked the Cowboys' season in 2020. They signed freshly released Charles Leno who is likely to take over the starting left-tackle job traded for Ereck Flowers who had a career year with the team back in 2019 and spent the 51st pick in the draft on Samuel Cosmi who could eventually start at offensive tackle. Tampa Bay Buccaneers Green Bay Packers, 73% The offensive tackle position remains the biggest question mark here, presumably leading the Jaguars to grab Walker Little in the second round of this year's draft. Continue reading this article and more from top writers, for only $9.99/mo. All of that said, this line has some more meat on the bone if they can get a step forward from 2020 first-rounder Cesar Ruiz as well as slightly better play from Andrus Peat. Dallas Cowboys, 42% Dallas was absolutely gutted by injuries last season and as a result performed miserably for most of the year. Most of their value is captured in being great at the most important aspect of offensive line play, pass protection on the edge. ARI | ATL | BAL | BUF | CAR | CHI | CIN 6. 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. Health is the biggest concern with this line, but if they remain healthy, theyre a top-10 unit. Rodger Safford, Nate Davis, and Ben Jones all played adequately last year, but its worth noting that Derrick Henry does make them look better; just 26.6 percent of his yards came before contact (fourth-lowest mark in the NFL). New Orleans Saints, 66% 32. 29. It's just his luck (and that of fantasy managers) that he ends up on a team with another starting-caliber running back in Kareem Hunt. . He and David Andrews form a powerful one-two punch in the interior. For instance, many fantasy football players know that Kenyan Drake is now on the Raiders, but most cant tell you Pro Bowl center Alex Mack went from the Falcons to the 49ers this offseason or that the Bears will have two new starting tackles. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please call 1-800-GAMBLER. Indianapolis Colts NFL Combine Risers | DL and LB Byron Young, EDGE | Tennessee. The best part, however, is that CEH's ADP (23.6) hasn't ballooned the way it did last year.