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this is a discussion within the Saints Community Forum; While I agree that Mayberry is not well suited for OT and it is because his outside pass blocking skills are seriously in question, I don\'t think we need a pass blocker at RT. Traditionally, LT has to be a ...

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Old 03-06-2005, 07:04 PM   #1
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While I agree that Mayberry is not well suited for OT and it is because his outside pass blocking skills are seriously in question, I don\'t think we need a pass blocker at RT.

Traditionally, LT has to be a better all around player than the RT. This is because LT has to pass block on the QB\'s blind side. Thus, LTs are valued for being to complete OT. RTs do not have to be as good, because they can get help from the TE, traditionally lined up on the QB\'s sight side (which is the right side for right handed QBs). Also due to this, the RT is traditionally valued for his run blocking, since many plays will go to the strong side (where the TE is) which is usually the right side. Thus, we do not need a quality pass blocker at RT than a run blocker. In fact, if we got a great pass blocker, we\'d probably just move him to the LT position.

Thus, the reason that Mayberry shouldn\'t play RT is because his pass blocking is questionable (espc. against speedy rushers), so I agree! Though, I don\'t think we should be looking for a pass blocker at RT - I\'d be happy with a grinder with some more experience at OT.

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