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Not bad insurance at all, though I haven't paid attention to him since he left Baltimore. I'm guessing he works as hard now as he did then. And, he can play all three IOL positions.
I'm admittedly paranoid about OL depth. But I love these kind of multi-positional back-up guys who have been around a while. They've been cut multiple times, yet they keep finding teams that will sign them. Their current team doesn't have to worry about whether they know how to get themselves ready for the season or their work habits.
At the time, Campbell's response was somewhat confusing, as most questions surrounding Glasgow centered on him playing guard, yet the coach kept returning to his ability to play center. In the moment, we speculated if Campbell was hinting that Glasgow could be headed to a reserve role. But in hindsight, Campbell may have subconsciously given us a clue that they may need Glasgow to play center as soon as this season.
While Glasgow certainly appears to be the frontrunner for the starting center position, the Lions will hold a competition to see who can win the job. But even if the role goes to another player, this post-NFL Draft quote from general manager Brad Holmes suggests the veteran offensive lineman will still be a massive piece to the organization in 2025.
“Versatility” has been a keyword Holmes and Campbell have used throughout the offseason—and really their tenures in Detroit—and it was clearly a critical trait they looked for when starting their youth movement on the offensive line.
While inexperienced at the pivot, Ratledge is very much a team player and is willing to do whatever it takes to help the organization.
Through rookie minicamp and Week 1 of Organized Team Activities (OTAs), Ratledge has gotten his chance to compete by taking the majority of his snaps at center in an effort to further his familiarity with the position.
Fraley confidently suggesting that Ratledge will become comfortable working from the pivot is not by accident. If we reflect on what Holmes said about Ratledge post-draft, we’ll notice that he strongly emphasized Ratledge’s versatility.
When asked to compare Ratledge and Christian Mahogany’s “dirtbag” style of play, Holmes, once again, focused on the rookie’s versatility.
While Holmes clearly believes Ratledge has the potential versatility to play center, he is also very aware that they’ll need Fraley to help him get comfortable with all the position entails.
I thought the timing was kinda interesting. Good move on his part.
Good point, I didn’t read the whole article. I was surprised by the ranking. Hutch being healthy is the key, which can be said about a lot teams most impactful player.
Thanks for the link. He obviously was one of my favorites both in college and NFL/fantasy.
I have fond memories of him at UM
Every so often he could rip off a long one. And then he would get back to just getting 3.
Thanks - I was not aware that he had leveled up that much last year
When the comps being thrown around are Kenny Golliday and Keon Coleman, it doesn’t instill a ton of confidence.
Were painting a picture that Teslaa has the tools to have some success as a Golladay type WR out of the box as he develops other skills.Golladay did have a couple of thousand yard seasons during his Detroit years.
This really surprised me too...and most if not all of that (and his 3 sacks) were in his last 5 games, which means no Hutchinson on the opposite side. Small sample size but he played well and produced.
If we can get Smith back for another round, I will be a little more content with the position. If I could trust Davenport to stay healthy it wouldn’t be an issue, but we know how that goes.
Agreed, not a world beater by any means. Just comforting to have another capable body as a pass rusher.
