What Are New England Patriots’ Options on Thinning Offensive Line?

November 11, 2015   ·   Erik Frenz   ·   Jump to comments

One more injury and the New England Patriots would've been forced to put a tight end at offensive tackle. With Sebastian Vollmer dealing with a head injury, Marcus Cannon dealing with a toe injury, Tre' Jackson dealing with a knee injury and Nate Solder and Ryan Wendell both on injured reserve, the Patriots were forced to get creative with their offensive line against the Washington Redskins.
That's what happens when you're left with only five healthy and active offensive linemen. It got so bad against the Redskins that center Bryan Stork was playing right tackle and right tackle Cameron Fleming was lined up on the left side.
The Patriots have been able to overcome injuries on the offensive line in the past, thanks in large part to the versatility of their backups.
"It means a lot," Fleming said of the line's ability to step up. "We're all prepared to play. We're all ready to contribute to the team and it means a lot that we were able to keep Tom [Brady] clean becau...

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