"The New England Patriots made heavy investments in their offensive line this past offseason. Four of the five starters are new to the team, and the entire depth chart has been reorganized. No. 4 overall pick Will Campbell now starts at left tackle, and rookie Jared Wilson is the starter at left guard. Garrett Bradbury, the 18th pick in 2019, was brought in to be the new center,"
"Vrabel and company weren't afraid to shake things up deeper in the depth chart, too. Former first-round pick Cole Strange was released after a poor preseason, and Ben Brown, who played his first career game in Week 6 last year, was named the top interior man. 2024 third-rounder Caeden Wallace was bumped inside, too, after a dismal rookie season. Last year's starting left tackle, Vederian Lowe, is a backup tackle alongside 2025 seventh-round pick Marcus Bryant, who showed some real promise in the preseason."
"With all this being said, one would think the Patriots' offensive line should be vastly improved. While it's looked better than last season at times, specifically in Week 2, the numbers don't lie. Through three weeks, the Patriots have allowed the second-most sacks in the league (tied with three other teams), and are 19th in rush yards per game. That horrific 2024 Alex Van Pelt offense everyone hated? They were 14th."
The Patriots overhauled their offensive line, bringing in rookies and veteran additions while reshuffling the depth chart. Will Campbell starts at left tackle, Jared Wilson at left guard, Garrett Bradbury at center, and Morgan Moses on the right; Mike Onwenu remains from last year. Coaches cut Cole Strange, elevated Ben Brown as the top interior option, and moved Caeden Wallace inside, with Vederian Lowe serving as a backup alongside Marcus Bryant. Early results show mixed play: the team has allowed the second-most sacks through three weeks, ranks 19th in rushing yards per game, and receives poor run-blocking grades from PFF.
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