To watch the Denver Broncos’ offensive line at the beginning of last season was to wonder whether it was possible to keep a boat full of holes from sinking.
In consecutive losses to the Steelers and Buccaneers to start the season, there was seemingly no opponent pass rush that couldn’t get home. Wide running lanes formed infrequently at best. Denver’s offense was mired in early quicksand as a result.
Fast forward to the end of last season and the Broncos were enjoying steady progress from a young offensive line that was guided by left tackle Garett Bolles. Across the final nine games of the season, only Pittsburgh (four) gave up fewer sacks than Denver’s 12.
