Because he's a true left tackle.
Offensive linemen can be taught and trained. Their bodies can be reshaped.
But left tackles have to have certain physical attributes, ideally tall with long arms and a wide base.
They have to have the athleticism to match up with edge rushers, solid technique and a good strike.
A streak of meanness helps, the desire to dominate an opponent within the rules.
They must have the agility to block at the second level.
Oregon has been blessed with a string of great PAC-12 left tackles, from Penei Sewell to Tyrell Crosby to Tyler Johnstone to Jake Fisher to Bo Thran.
If you have a great left tackle your line has a leader and an anchor, a decent chance to be cohesive and effective. Without one, it flounders.
Offensive linemen can be taught and trained. Their bodies can be reshaped.
But left tackles have to have certain physical attributes, ideally tall with long arms and a wide base.
They have to have the athleticism to match up with edge rushers, solid technique and a good strike.
A streak of meanness helps, the desire to dominate an opponent within the rules.
They must have the agility to block at the second level.
Oregon has been blessed with a string of great PAC-12 left tackles, from Penei Sewell to Tyrell Crosby to Tyler Johnstone to Jake Fisher to Bo Thran.
If you have a great left tackle your line has a leader and an anchor, a decent chance to be cohesive and effective. Without one, it flounders.
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