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Preseason games are built for players like Marcus Bryant. The New England Patriots' 13-13 tie with the Indianapolis Colts will not be remembered for the final score. It might be remembered as the night Bryant established himself as the favorite for one of New England's final offensive line spots.
The 6-foot-7, 320-pound tackle started on the left side and delivered one of the best performances by any Patriots offensive player Thursday.
Pro Football Focus gave Bryant a 79.6 overall grade, the highest among New England offensive players who logged at least 10 snaps. He also earned a team-leading 85.6 pass-blocking grade and a 73.0 mark as a run blocker.
One preseason game cannot guarantee Bryant a place on the 53-man roster. It can significantly change the way a competition is viewed, however. Bryant entered the night fighting for a job. He exited it looking like New England's most dependable reserve left tackle.
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Preseason games are built for players like Marcus Bryant. The New England Patriots' 13-13 tie with the Indianapolis Colts will not be remembered for the final score. It might be remembered as the night Bryant established himself as the favorite for one of New England's final offensive line spots.
The 6-foot-7, 320-pound tackle started on the left side and delivered one of the best performances by any Patriots offensive player Thursday.
Pro Football Focus gave Bryant a 79.6 overall grade, the highest among New England offensive players who logged at least 10 snaps. He also earned a team-leading 85.6 pass-blocking grade and a 73.0 mark as a run blocker.
One preseason game cannot guarantee Bryant a place on the 53-man roster. It can significantly change the way a competition is viewed, however. Bryant entered the night fighting for a job. He exited it looking like New England's most dependable reserve left tackle.
#tackle #like
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