[teejers1]

I recall reading a few weeks ago that the new OL coach was bringing in new techniques. Does anyone know what they were or if it happened? I thought last year's OL was really quite good, especially in the running game. This year Hinton replaces Sarell and Nugent takes over at center. Based on last year's play, Hinton should be an upgrade and Nugent probably not as he doesn't have  much experience at a position where experience matters. Maybe a wash? How do this year's techniques differ from last? Thanks.

Not sure why you'd expect Hinton to be an upgrade over Sarell, particularly this season.
And Nugent (or anyone) would be a downgrade from Dalman (who was a complete stud).

I actually think the OL will be pretty good . . . eventually.  The time it takes to get there is the question and potential problem.

[teejers1]

I recall reading a few weeks ago that the new OL coach was bringing in new techniques. Does anyone know what they were or if it happened? I thought last year's OL was really quite good, especially in the running game. This year Hinton replaces Sarell and Nugent takes over at center. Based on last year's play, Hinton should be an upgrade and Nugent probably not as he doesn't have  much experience at a position where experience matters. Maybe a wash? How do this year's techniques differ from last? Thanks.

Not sure why you'd expect Hinton to be an upgrade over Sarell, particularly this season.
And Nugent (or anyone) would be a downgrade from Dalman (who was a complete stud).

I actually think the OL will be pretty good . . . eventually.  The time it takes to get there is the question and potential problem.