Magic Number Eights: The Top NFL Offensive Linemen

June 1, 2010   ·   Evan Higgins   ·   Jump to comments

If you haven't seen The Blind Side yet, you may not understand the importance of an offensive lineman. The offensive line, most importantly the left tackle, protects the quarterback from being sacked and gives him more time to find a receiver to throw to. They also open holes for the running back to run through. I've always said that the most important aspect of a football team is its offensive line. That position can make or break a team, or even a player's career. A good offensive line can make a bad team look good, whereas a bad offensive line can make a good team look bad. Many times we have seen a team with a bad record bring in a high-profile offensive lineman the next offseason and proceed to post a winning record (for example, the Dolphins bringing in tackle Jake Long after their 1-15 season in 2008). If you notice in my posts, one of the most important parts of an offensive lineman is consistency. Here are my top eight offensive linemen in the NFL.Begin Slideshow
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