Pass Protector

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Pass Protector

Specialize in keeping the quarterback upright. Can handle any move a pass rusher throws at them but have trouble run blocking.

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Strengths

  • Keeps quarterback upright
  • Handles any pass rush move
  • Strong in pass protection

Weaknesses

  • Have trouble run blocking
  • Vulnerable to power run defenders

Most Relevant Attributes

Pass BlockingPass Block FinessePass Block PowerAwarenessImpact BlockingStrength

Archetype Fit Players

Perfect

Portrait of Lane Johnson
Superstar development
Lane
6'6"325 lbs36 yrs
Johnson
Eagles logoRT

Excellent

Portrait of Darnell Wright
Star development
Darnell
6'6"325 lbs25 yrs
Wright
Bears logoRT
Portrait of Joe Alt
Star development
Joe
6'8"322 lbs23 yrs
Alt
Chargers logoRT

Great

Portrait of Brian O'Neill
Star development
Brian
6'7"310 lbs30 yrs
O'Neill
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Portrait of Spencer Brown
Normal development
Spencer
6'8"311 lbs28 yrs
Brown
Bills logoRT

Compatible Schemes

This archetype is used in the following schemes:

Run And Shoot

The Run N' Shoot depends on high awareness receivers to adjust their routes in response to different coverages. It uses pre-snap motion and multiple receiver formations to help identify coverages.

Vertical Power Run

The Vertical Power Run focuses on tempting the defense to load the box with extra defenders via a commitment to the power run game, then punishes them downfield with play action and shot passes.

Other Right Tackle Archetypes

Power

Overpowering in gap-blocked plays like Power O in the run game and takes on power rush moves with ease.

Agile

Uses good footwork to excel in zone blocking run plays and to handle quick finesse moves.