I'm not surprised by either ... In my opinion, Bill Kollar was one of the best position coaches we've ever had, so losing him for the 2023 season, we were bound to see a drop off ... And even though I am a huge Bronco fan, if asked about out start DL, it would take me a second to think who is still on the team and who isn't ... I think Zach Allen has played some good football, and Harris and Jones have had their moments - but nobody has really taken the reins ..
We have some good talent on the OL, so a Top 10 type season isn't surprising
I have been saying for a while that I just don't see in games what the analytics say is a very good offensive line. I just don't understand how they are ranked so highly watching the games, especially in pass protection.
Call me impressed with the OL this year. Not the best in the league but light years different then previous years. Russell still hangs onto and will always hang onto the ball too much but the OL has been healthy and very solid.