Houston Texans

Projected Starters: Cam Robinson (LT; Free agent acquisition), Laken Tomlinson (LG; Free agent acquisition), Jarrett Patterson (C), Tytus Howard (RG), Blake Fisher (RT)

Coming off an overall underwhelming season, the Houston Texans’ offensive line is looking to rebrand itself—prompting changes on the left side of the line. C.J. Stroud was the second-most sacked quarterback in the NFL last season, so this unit will need to take a major step forward if the Texans hope to do more than just win a wild card game. Left tackle Cam Robinson, a free-agent acquisition, must show improvement after a rough season in which he was responsible for 13 penalties and 7 sacks while splitting time between Jacksonville and Minnesota. The Texans did, however, draft rookie left tackle Aireontae Ersery as a potential replacement if Robinson struggles again.

Important Stats from 2024

  • Run Stats
    • 21.00% run stuffed percentage (League average was 16.72%)
    • 34.10% run success percentage (League Average 41.44%)
    • 1.24 yards before contact per attempt (League average 1.42)
  • Pass Stats
    • 37.90% QB pressure percentage (League average 33.37%)
    • 2.77 seconds average time in the pocket (League average 2.76 seconds)
  • Overall Block Win Rate
    • 62.10% (24th in the NFL) (League average 65.36%)

Indianapolis Colts

Projected Starters: Bernhard Raimann (LT), Quenton Nelson (LG), Tanor Bortolini (C), Matt Goncalves (RG), Braden Smith (RT)

With the departures of Ryan Kelly and Will Fries, the Colts will feature two new players in the middle of the offensive line. Quenton Nelson and Tanor Bortolini will anchor the interior, and experts are optimistic about the unit’s outlook for 2025. While the group performed well in the run game last season, there’s room for improvement in pass protection. That said, some of the pass-blocking struggles can be attributed to inconsistent quarterback play—something that could improve heading into this season.

Important Stats from 2024

  • Run Stats
    • 18.80% run stuffed percentage (League average was 16.72%)
    • 40.50% run success percentage (League Average 41.44%)
    • 1.95 yards before contact per attempt (League average 1.42)
  • Pass Stats
    • 37.20% QB pressure percentage (League average 33.37%)
    • 2.72 seconds average time in the pocket (League average 2.76 seconds)
  • Overall Block Win Rate
    • 64.57% (18th in NFL) (League average 65.36%)
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Jacksonville Jaguars

Projected Starters: Walker Little (LT), Ezra Cleveland (LG), Robert Hainsey (C; Free agent acquisition), Patrick Mekari (RG; Free agent acquisition), Anton Harrison (RT)

The Jaguars’ offensive line was one of the major issues plaguing the offense last season, prompting the team to add Robert Hainsey, Patrick Mekari, and Fred Johnson in free agency. Jacksonville also addressed the position in the draft, selecting Wyatt Milum and Jonah Monheim to bolster depth. With several playmakers already in place on offense, even a moderate improvement from the offensive line—reaching a league-average level—could position the Jaguars squarely in the AFC South race.

Important Stats from 2024

  • Run Stats
    • 16.40% run stuffed percentage (League average was 16.72%)
    • 39.90% run success percentage (League Average 41.44%)
    • 0.90 yards before contact per attempt (League average 1.42)
  • Pass Stats
    • 27.40% QB pressure percentage (League average 33.37%)
    • 2.65 seconds average time in the pocket (League average 2.76 seconds)
  • Overall Block Win Rate
    • 63.59% (20th in NFL) (League average 65.36%)

Tennessee Titans

Projected Starters: Dan Moore Jr. (LT; Free agent acquisition), Peter Skoronski (LG), Lloyd Cushenberry III (C), Kevin Zeitler (RG; Free agent acquisition), JC Latham (RT)

Coming off another lackluster season, the Tennessee Titans have made some improvements to their offensive line with the additions of Dan Moore Jr. and Kevin Zeitler, both of whom are projected to start. Strong play from this unit will be critical for the development of rookie quarterback Cam Ward—without a cohesive offensive line, it’s difficult for any young QB to succeed. Last season, the group struggled in both pass protection and run blocking, so the hope is that under second-year head coach Brian Callahan, there will be noticeable progress.

Important Stats from 2024

  • Run Stats
    • 18.00% run stuffed percentage (League average was 16.72%)
    • 40.00% run success percentage (League Average 41.44%)
    • 0.92 yards before contact per attempt (League average 1.42)
  • Pass Stats
    • 40.20% QB pressure percentage (League average 33.37%)
    • 2.64 seconds average time in the pocket (League average 2.76 seconds)
  • Overall Block Win Rate
    • 62.54% (23rd in NFL) (League average 65.36%)