Originally posted by NCommand:NY, this is what I've been talking about with regards to Tomlinson as a pass protector. Run blocking is great but man, he's terrible and literally, blind at times.
Unfortunately, the FO won't be looking to give him any real competition this year as it's the lesser of two (C health and RG) other IOL issues. But it's still a very real issue nonetheless.
But collectively, IOL pass protection is a wreck. I know you addressed it in your mock but wanted to circle back on Tomlinson, specifically, per a previous exchange.
https://www.49erswebzone.com/commentary/2318-film-field-house-49ers-case-upgrading-interior-offensive/
Cheers.
He also said this about Tomlinson...
Tomlinson's upside is his ability to stay healthy and working in a system that caters to his skillset. He isn't the NFL's best guard, but he is incredibly consistent and reliable. Tomlinson allows 3.6 sacks per season, 30.2 pressures and 22.2 hurries per season, and averages an overall 65.5 grade per season.
Look I'm not saying he's Quinton Nelson or anything. I'm saying he's a decent guard. They can't shell out top cash at every position. Center is stupid important to this offense and in general with regards to setting up things with blocking. When richburg went down the interior overall went down.
Person on the other hand needs to be a backup and they should upgrade there
FWIW see the Jags are trying to move Norwell and his big fat bloated contract dudes been a bust relative to his massive contract.
[ Edited by NYniner85 on Mar 5, 2020 at 10:21 AM ]