The New England Patriots faced their fifth different offensive line combination in as many games in Week 5, resulting in their quarterbacks being sacked the most in the NFL. Center David Andrews is out for the season, and the team started Nick Leverett in his place, along with other changes in the lineup. Offensive line coach Scott Peters acknowledged the challenge of finding continuity due to injuries and position changes.
Left tackle Vederian Lowe returned after missing games due to a knee injury, hoping to stabilize a struggling position. Similarly, guard Layden Robinson was benched in favor of Michael Jordan, with Michael Onwenu moving back to guard. The team ideally sees Onwenu as a guard long-term given his physicality and ability to maintain the pocket.
Demontrey Jacobs shifted from left tackle to right tackle, a position he played in college. The Patriots have not had the same starting offensive line in back-to-back games since December of last season. Despite the challenges, the team is embracing the opportunity to overcome adversity and make necessary adjustments to improve their offensive line performance.
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