3 days ago
Injuries: Landon Dickerson (knee), Cam Jurgens (back)
Out for Season:
Depth Quality Good
Fantasy Impact: The Eagles' offensive identity has long revolved around a dominant O-line, a philosophy that allowed a seamless transition toward a vision centered on superstar RB Saquon Barkley, rather than wideouts A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith. A Super Bowl LVII victory is proof enough that Philadelphia's recipe for success remains solid despite the retirement of C Jason Kelce, and RT Lane Johnson now heading into his age-35 season. Jalen Hurts' considerable athleticism provides notable cushion for any protection struggles that arise, and health permitted, there's no reason this roster's ceiling shouldn't be another Super Bowl appearance, despite having to downgrade at RG from Mekhi Becton to Tyler Steen.
Trending: Steady
Injuries: Taylor Decker (undisclosed, PUP), Dan Skipper (ankle), Miles Frazier (undisclosed, PUP)
Out for Season:
Depth Quality: Good
Fantasy Impact: The offseason retirement of standout C Frank Ragnow came as a surprise and serious blow to Detroit's O-line, as despite battling consistent injuries he remained a Pro Bowl caliber player. Graham Glasgow and Tate Ratledge could both be options to take over at center, but that would require 2024 sixth-round pick Christian Mahogany to take over at guard, a risky proposition even after he modestly impressed as a rookie. Injuries now become a significant factor for concern, but Detroit's offensive trench will remain one of the league's best as long as its pillars can remain upright. Penei Sewell has emerged as a bluechip LT since falling to the Lions at No. 7 overall in 2021, and his presence alone will be enough to make up for a fair amount of deficiencies that could pop up.
Trending: Down
Injuries: Frank Crum (illness)
Out for Season:
Depth Quality: (T): Fair
Fantasy Impact: After a successful rookie campaign from QB Bo Nix, Denver felt correctly motivated to upgrade what was already a high-end protective front in 2024. LT Garrett Bolles and RT Mike McGlinchey remain this O-line's pillars, but the unit has been better in pass protection than run blocking under head coach Sean Payton. Against postseason competition the flaws in Denver's protective front proved more glaring than they were in the regular season. Things should improve all around heading into Year 2 with Nix under center, plus rookie second-rounder RJ Harvey providing a much-needed backfield upgrade.
Trending: Steady
Injuries:
Out for Season:
Depth Quality: (T): Good
Fantasy Impact: The Michael Penix era in Atlanta will, if nothing else, have the benefit of elite protection. Losing C Drew Dalman to the Bears is notable, but the combination of RG Chris Lindstrom and RT Kaleb McGary has provided Atlanta with elite play on the right side of the offensive line for years. LT Jake Matthews and remains reliable as well, and 2023 second-round pick Matthew Bergeron has developed well at LG. Veteran QB Kirk Cousins was severely limited despite playing behind a solid O-line, due to his recovery from an Achilles injury, but while not a true scrambler, Penix boasts far superior mobility and should be able to better make use of his enviable protection.
Trending: Down
