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B1G returns two of Top 4 highest-graded OTs in run blocking, per PFF
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Offensive line play is the key to success in the B1G. Being able to run the football is a pretty important aspect, too.
Two of the best at run blocking are a pair of offensive tackles out of the B1G. According to Pro Football Focus (PFF), Ohio State’s Thayer Munford and Indiana’s Matthew Bedford are the league’s best in that category.
PFF listed the three-best offensive tackles in run blocking this week. Munford and Bedford tied for the No. 3 spot, grading out at a 90.3. The list was topped by Kentucky’s Darian Kinnard (91.9) and NC State’s Ikem Ekwonu (91.2).
Highest run-blocking grade by returning OTs
1. Darian Kinnard, UK – 91.9
2. Ikem Ekwonu, NC St – 91.2
3. Thayer Munford, OSU – 90.3
3. Matthew Bedford, Indiana – 90.3 pic.twitter.com/yX6ueaeT7a
— PFF College (@PFF_College) August 2, 2021
Munford returned to Ohio State following the 2020 season. He brings a load of experience to the offensive line, having played in 45 games and making starts in 33 contests over the past three seasons.
Bedford has started 15 games for the Hoosiers over the past two seasons. There’s only been on game in which he played that he was not a starter.
These two offensive tackles should be really fun to watch in the run game during the 2021 season.
Dustin grew up in the heart of Big Ten country and has been in sports media since 2010. He has been covering Big Ten football since 2014. You can follow him on Twitter: @SchutteCFB