"The major controversy will be at the left guard and center positions. Jared Wilson started opposite Onwenu this season, while veteran addition Garrett Bradbury started at center. Wilson played over 90% of his collegiate snaps at center and never started at any other position on the offensive line during his time with the Bulldogs."
"Now, there's a debate about what the Patriots should do with Wilson. On one hand, sliding him to center could pay dividends: a young, ex-SEC center who's cheaper than the current starter in Bradbury. The alternative, however, would see the team move on from the former Vikings leadership and football IQ."
"Optimists will be hoping his subpar rookie season (25th in pressure rate among left guards) was a function of the new position rather than his ability."
The New England Patriots face significant offensive line decisions this offseason with Drake Maye's future at stake. Mike Onwenu and Will Campbell are locked into their positions, but the rest of the line requires attention. Morgan Moses's status at right tackle remains uncertain due to his age. The primary debate centers on left guard and center positions. Jared Wilson, a rookie who played over 90% of his college snaps at center, struggled at left guard with a 25th-ranked pressure rate. The team must decide whether to move Wilson to his preferred center position or retain veteran Garrett Bradbury. Wilson offers youth and lower cost, while Bradbury provides experience and leadership.
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