Should the Rams add a “true” offensive tackle?
Must have 34” arms or better
Georgia Bulldogs offensive tackle Monroe Freeling (57) showing off a wide base (Photo by John Adams/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Although the Los Angeles Rams appear content to grow with starting offensive tackles Alaric Jackson and Warren McClendon, the roster shows a dearth of talent in the backups. There also appears to be a numbers problem with only retread David Quessenberry and perennial special teamer AJ Arcuri as the only backup tackles. L.
A. will have to add a couple more, even if just for camp and preseason games. While what constitutes a “true” offensive can lead to many subjective opinions.
The 34” arm length threshold is widely accepted. But this exercise is about the prospects. Although comparing the arm length of NFL offensive tackles to on-field success may be an interesting subject to debate, I’m using arm length to subset and review a grouping of prospects.
Let’s meet the long-armed group. Monroe Freeling – Georgia 6’7” 315 lb. 34 3/4” arms 10 1/4” hands Comes out as a true junior, will turn 22 years-old in July.
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