What position group will be our strongest in 2023?
I think there is an argument to be made for running backs, Oline, Dline, tight ends, and linebackers. I suppose one could argue QBs too. I predict it will be the Dline. We have experience, size, and depth at the Dline. The next best group IMO will be the running backs. If we get Ritchie healthy, the safeties might end up being a strength.
If we develop a dominating LT, the OL could be that group. The DL also has guys to potentially fill out the 2 deep roster with starter quality. Both require expectations to round out in fall camp but the potential is there for our lines to be very good. If so, all the other groups will have more production.
I think – and want – it to be the O’line. I can’t remember Kyle saying as early as spring football that we’ve identified eight to ten players who are ready. He said it at the end of spring this year. OnlyU has mentioned that this group is strong at both rush blocking and pass protection and that they are really pushing one another in the weight room and on the practice field.
If the D’Line can push them for best position group we will win the Pac-12 again. If we are at or near the top of the league on both sides of the line look out. We have the playmakers behind both lines to do some damage.