Offensive Line Crisis Deepens After Preseason Loss

Both starting tackles out (Moton blood clot, Ekwounu injury), forcing rookies Freeling and Walker at tackle; guards Lewis and Hunt also out. Interior line was a disaster, with Zavala (PFF 30.2) and Christensen (PFF 38.0) struggling badly. Head coach confirmed depth is major concern. Latest projection confirms Freeling at RT for Week 1. Need for roster moves. A preview article lists O-line rookies as key players to watch.