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There are a bunch of OL coming in next year. If one shows phenomenal promise will Shaw unseat an underachiever like Hinton? Or will the old "Massive playbook" keep him on the bench?

Usually, with offensive linemen it is size and strength that keeps them on the bench.  Not that our guys have it, but 18 year olds are still growing into their body, and you ideally want a 21 year old anchoring that line.  There are, of course, exceptions, but I don't see one in the incoming class.  Lots of good prospects who should get there with a couple years at the training table, but not many who are ready from day 1.

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[BostonCard]

There are a bunch of OL coming in next year. If one shows phenomenal promise will Shaw unseat an underachiever like Hinton? Or will the old "Massive playbook" keep him on the bench?

Usually, with offensive linemen it is size and strength that keeps them on the bench.  Not that our guys have it, but 18 year olds are still growing into their body, and you ideally want a 21 year old anchoring that line.  There are, of course, exceptions, but I don't see one in the incoming class.  Lots of good prospects who should get there with a couple years at the training table, but not many who are ready from day 1.

BC