November 20th 2024.
Quinn Meinerz was a force to be reckoned with as he protected Troy Franklin and helped him reach the goal line. In a game against the Falcons, the Broncos were faced with a challenging second-and-goal situation on Atlanta's 7-yard line. But with a quick screen pass from quarterback Bo Nix to rookie wide receiver, Meinerz stepped up and showed his strength and determination.
Using his left arm, Meinerz held off inside linebacker Kaden Elliss while keeping an eye on safety Jessie Bates III who was closing in. In a powerful display, Meinerz took down Bates to clear the way for Franklin to score his second touchdown as a young NFL player. While Nix's impressive four-touchdown performance was the talk of the town after Denver's 38-6 win over Atlanta, the game also highlighted the transformation of the Broncos' offensive line.
According to Nix, the offensive line has been playing at a remarkably high level and they have not been allowing any opponents to slip through and disrupt their plays. The statistics speak for themselves, with the Broncos ranking fifth in the league for least sacks allowed and having the fourth-lowest pressure rate at 27.8%. Their average time to pressure of 2.89 seconds is also tied for third in the league, as per NFL's Next Gen Stats.
The game against the Falcons also showcased the success of the Broncos' offensive line in executing screen plays. Franklin's touchdown and Marvin Mims Jr.'s score were clear evidence of the team's ability to block in open space. Coach Sean Payton expressed his relief and happiness at seeing these plays finally come together, which were a result of the team's attention to detail and precise execution.
Meinerz, who typically prefers to stay in the "box" as a guard, admitted that he doesn't always enjoy being in open space. However, with the help of coach Zach Strief and their detailed strategies and techniques, Meinerz and the rest of the offensive line were able to make plays happen.
The Broncos' offensive line showed their consistency and strength as they only allowed one sack and five pressures during the game. This was just another day at the office for the team, as they have only allowed less than 10 pressures in six games this season. In these games, Nix has been able to throw for 1,237 yards, 10 touchdowns, and no interceptions.
Left tackle Garett Bolles has been a standout player for the Broncos, only allowing one sack and 21 pressures in 396 pass-blocking snaps, according to Next Gen Stats. His pressure rate is tied for the fifth-best among offensive tackles with a minimum of 250 pass-blocking snaps.
Despite facing injuries to key players like Mike McGlinchey, Luke Wattenberg, and Alex Palczewski, the Broncos' offensive line has remained strong and consistent. In fact, during the four games that McGlinchey was absent, the offensive line only allowed a pressure rate of 28.3% and five sacks, which was the second-lowest in the league during that time.
It's clear that the Broncos' offensive line is a crucial part of the team's success. As wide receiver Courtland Sutton pointed out, they may not always receive the recognition they deserve, but they understand the importance of their role and continue to give their best week after week. With their impressive performances, it's no wonder they are a force to be reckoned with in the NFL.
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