3. G Mekhi Becton
A big free agent addition by the team this past offseason, Becton has shown why in his first two games of the season slotting in at right guard.
Becton has given up just two total pressures in 64 pass blocking snaps, according to Pro Football Focus, and helped Herbert get some time in the pocket.
With the Bolts dropping back to pass as much as they have so far through two games, Becton’s presence has been massive for the offensive line.
“I think Mekhi has been a real bright spot for us,” Chargers Offensive Coordinator Greg Roman said. “He’s new, I think he really adds something to us, he’s doing a nice job.”
Sunday will be a battle to watch in the offensive trenches, which is where Becton comes into play.
The Broncos interior defensive line starters of Zach Allen, D.J. Jones and John Franklin-Myers have racked up 14 pressures as a trio in the first two games. They also have eight run stops, according to PFF.
It will be a group effort in all phases for Becton and the offensive linemen as they try and continue their impressive offensive start.
“Their front five, these guys are set your hair on fire-type players,” Roman said. “These guys get after it, I think all five guys have to be on it. They run a lot of games and stunts up front as well, so it’s not so much one-on-one situation, it becomes a five-on-five situation. They put a lot of pressure on the offense.”
Roman added: “We got to be on it.”
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