Whether a team passes the ball 50 times or five times, an offensive line can sometimes be a difference in which team is favored in NFL betting lines.
Here's a ranking of the best offensive linemen groups, which may help with things like NFL parlays.
2022 NFL Offensive Linemen Rankings
| Rankings | Player | Grade |
| 1 | Chiefs | 97 |
| 2 | Chargers | 95 |
| 3 | Eagles | 93 |
| 4 | Buccaneers | 92 |
| 5 | Cowboys | 90 |
| 6 | Browns | 89 |
| 7 | Colts | 88 |
| 8 | Packers | 87 |
| 9 | Patriots | 85 |
| 10 | Lions | 83 |
| 11 | Commanders | 81 |
| 12 | Bengals | 79 |
| 13 | Ravens | 77 |
| 14 | Bills | 76 |
| 15 | Jaguars | 75 |
| 16 | Rams | 74 |
| 17 | Giants | 71 |
| 18 | 49ers | 70 |
| 19 | Broncos | 69 |
| 20 | Vi kings | 66 |
| 21 | Jets | 64 |
| 22 | Panthers | 62 |
| 23 | Raiders | 61 |
| 24 | Dolphins | 60 |
| 25 | Cardinals | 56 |
| 26 | Texans | 55 |
| 27 | Seahawks | 54 |
| 28 | Falcons | 50 |
| 29 | Saints | 48 |
| 30 | Steelers | 44 |
| 31 | Titans | 42 |
| 32 | Bears | 40 |
Offensive Linemen Rankings, Team by Team
The Bears were 23rd in adjusted line yards and last in adjusted sack rate, measurements from Football Outsiders which examine run blocking and pass protection. None of their projected starters were better than 30th at their respective positions in Pro Football Focus' grades among those who played 20% of the most snaps in the league.
The Titans were 16th in adjusted line yards and 26th in adjusted sack rate. They return three of the five linemen who started the most games last season. None of their projected starting guards or tackles were in the top 20 of PFF's grades, though Ben Jones was eighth among centers.
The Steelers were 28th in adjusted line yards and 11th in adjusted sack rate last season. The Steelers return three primary starters and lost Trai Turner, who was their highest-graded offensive linemen by PFF who played at least 10 games.'
They did add center Mason Cole and guard James Daniels, who both ranked in the top 20 in their respective positions in PFF's grades.
We have signed OL Mason Cole to a three-year contract. @BordasLaw
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) March 17, 2022
The Saints were 27th in adjusted line yards and 23rd in adjusted sack rate last season. The five offensive linemen who started the most games for them are back. While they lost Terron Armstead, they drafted tackle Trevor Penning in the first round.
With the 19th pick of the #NFLDraft, the #Saints select Northern Iowa OL Trevor Penning!#SaintsDraft?? @CoxComm pic.twitter.com/Bo6QWiWbjF
— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) April 29, 2022
Each of the Falcons' primary starters are back with the team. They were 20th in adjusted line yards and adjusted sack rate in 2021 but didn't make any substantial improvements.
Four of the Seahawks' projected starters return from last year after they were 14th in adjusted line yards and 25th in adjusted sack rate. None of them were above average in PFF's grades.
They drafted Charles Cross ninth overall, but it may take him a while to become accustomed to the pro game, especially at left tackle.
The @Seahawks go O-Line with the No. 9 pick ??
Charles Cross is the highest-drafted OL in @HailStateFB history! pic.twitter.com/pSJEJ6duY4
— SEC Network (@SECNetwork) April 29, 2022
Laremy Tunsil was a Pro Bowler and top-five in PFF's grades in 2019 and 2020 before a thumb injury limited him to five games last year. However, the rest of the line is problematic. For example, Tytus Howard was tied for PFF's 76th highest-rated guard last season and is projected to start at right tackle.
The Texans have tried to fix their O-line woes by adding Justin Britt and AJ Cann, as well as drafting Kenyon Green. Britt was graded PFF's 23rd-best center. Cann played just four games in 2021 but was tied for PFF's 19th-highest graded guard in 2020.'
Last season, the Cardinals were 26th in adjusted line yards and 15th in adjusted sack rate. PFF graded their run blocking 31st and their pass blocking 18th.
The Cardinals also return four players who started at least 12 games up front, none of which were younger than 28. While DJ Humphries made the Pro Bowl last year, he was graded 49th by PFF.
Neither center Rodney Hudson or guard Justin Pugh ranked higher than 32nd in PFF's grades at their position. Projected starting guard Will Hernandez and tackle Kelvin Beachum weren't higher than 60th at their respective positions.
Welcome to the Valley, @willhernandez76!
We have signed OL Will Hernandez to a one-year contract.
— Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals) March 28, 2022
After ending up 30th in adjusted line yards and 19th in adjusted sack rate, the Dolphins return three of their primary starters.'
But they did pick up Terron Armstead, who was PFF's 27th-highest tackle in 2021 after playing eight games. Connor Williams, the 10th-best guard for the Cowboys last season, is projected as the Dolphins' center.
All five of the Raiders' primary starters are back, including Kolton Miller, who was the fifth-best tackle in PFF's grades. While they were 17th in adjusted line yards and 18th in adjusted sack rate, PFF graded their run blocking 29th and pass blocking 22nd.
The Panthers return two starters from an offensive line, which was subpar in a few ways.'
But they drafted Ikem Ekwonu sixth overall and added center Bradley Bozeman and guard Austin Corbett. Bozeman was 11th in PFF's grades at center for the Ravens, and Corbett was 22nd at his position. Time will tell how well these new faces will jell.
Home sweet home!
No. 6 overall in the 2022 #NFLDraft – Ikem Ekwonu is going back to the 704 & the @panthers#PackPros pic.twitter.com/deve67MYN4
— NC State Football (@PackFootball) April 29, 2022
The Jets could outperform their 2021 season for a few reasons. First, they were 22nd in adjusted line yards and 28th in adjusted sack rate.
The Jets added Laken Tomlinson, who tied for 13th among PFF's grades at guard. Mekhi Becton, a former first-round pick, could also be back after playing just one game in 2021.
George Fant was 41st in PFF's grades at tackle. Alijah Vera-Tucker was graded in a tie for 40th among guards. Connor McGovern was ninth at his position in PFF's grades.
Four of the Vikings' offensive linemen who started the most games last season are back. Among them, Christian Darrisaw showed promise in his rookie season after being drafted in the first round.
They were solid in pass protection (third in adjusted sack rate and seventh in PFF's pass-blocking grades). However, their run blocking was below average (24th in adjusted line yards and 16th in PFF's grades).
Christian Darrisaw in his 1st start at LT:
?? 52 pass-blocking snaps
?? 0 sacks allowed pic.twitter.com/SgrKPo3ho7— PFF (@PFF) October 18, 2021
Overall, the Broncos' offensive line was mediocre last season. They were 18th in adjusted line yards and 21st in adjusted sack rate, and they return four of five who started Day 1 up front.
Garett Bolles was rated as the 40th-best offensive lineman by PFF, the highest among any Bronco. He was 25th among tackles.
Billy Turner is in line to replace Bobby Massie at right tackle. He was 53rd among tackles last year for Green Bay, but his familiarity with the coaching staff should boost the group overall.
Russ' pocket is staying clean under Garett Bolles' watch. ??@gbolles72 | @DangeRussWilson | @Broncos pic.twitter.com/e1B4J6ZXRC
— NFL (@NFL) April 20, 2022
While the 49ers were among the top half of offensive lines in a few ways last season, they lost some crucial players. Alex Mack and Laken Tomlinson, who both started all 17 regular season games, are gone.
However, Trent Williams, the No. 1-rated tackle by PFF, and Mike McGlinchey return. They are capable of providing their team a boost on the edge.
Trent Williams: 96.6 PFF Grade in 2021
The highest-graded season in PFF history ?? pic.twitter.com/Mf7pOoPBn7
— PFF (@PFF) July 22, 2022
The Giants are making great strides with their offensive line.'
It started with drafting Andrew Thomas, who showed impressive strides in his second year and was 12th in PFF's pass blocking grades last year. The Giants also drafted Evan Neal in the first round, giving them young, promising talents on either side of the line.
Evan Neal signing off from his FIRST training camp practice ?? pic.twitter.com/aW0vfDxeR3
— New York Giants (@Giants) July 27, 2022
The Rams lost Andrew Whitworth, arguably the best tackle in the NFL. But they still have a competent group up front which was sixth in adjusted line yards and seventh in adjusted sack rate last season.
The Rams return three who started at least 15 games. That includes David Edwards, the 29th-best guard by PFF, Brian Allen, the 10th-best center, and Rob Havenstein, tied for the 21st-best tackle. The Rams have also been high on tackle Joe Noteboom.
The Jaguars were undoubtedly solid up front, finishing 10th in adjusted sack rate and 13th in adjusted line yards. They return three primary starters from that unit.
Jacksonville also added Brandon Scherff, who tied for 13th among guards in PFF's grades with Washington. The Jaguars drafted Luke Fortner in the third round and is projected as their starting center.
An All-Pro joins the O-Line!
We've agreed to terms with OL Brandon Scherff. @Dream_Finders | @bscherff68 pic.twitter.com/1BisEBq7KJ
— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) March 16, 2022
The Bills face massive expectations this season, and they trust their O-line to rise to the challenge. They were second in adjusted sack rate and 12th in adjusted line yards last season.
They return four players who started at least 10 games up front. Dion Dawkins was 17th among tackles in PFF's grades last season.
The Ravens weren't even an above-average offensive line last year, but they dealt with key injuries. Ronnie Stanley is expected back at left tackle, and he's one of the best at his position when healthy.
Guard Kevin Zeitler was 11th in PFF's grades among guards. And while Bradley Bozeman is gone, the Ravens drafted Tyler Linderbaum in the first round of this year's draft.
Welcome to Baltimore, Tyler Linderbaum?? pic.twitter.com/le7hlkw7Vk
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) April 29, 2022
The Bengals made considerable upgrades up front during the offseason and may deserve to be even higher on this list depending on how well the new players mesh.
La’el Collins, PFF's 15th-highest rated tackle, and Alex Cappa, the 19th-highest rated guard, are new to the team and have shown potential. They also drafted Jackson Carman, a projected starting guard.
While Washington wasn't high by some metrics, like 19th in adjusted line yards and 24th in adjusted sack rate, the team was graded fourth in pass blocking and sixth in run blocking by PFF.
The Commanders return four players who started at least five games, including Charles Leno Jr., the 12th-highest graded tackle in the NFL last year via PFF. Washington lost guards Ereck Flowers and Brandon Scherff but added Andrew Norwell (13th).
We have signed Charles Leno Jr. to an extension??
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) January 7, 2022
The Lions have made drastic steps in this department in recent years. They were 21st in adjusted line yards and 12th in adjusted sack rate last year, but their unit should continue to coalesce in 2022.
Taylor Decker was sixth in PFF's pass-blocking grades for tackles, and they expect Penei Sewell, the seventh overall pick last year, to continue to develop at right tackle.
The Patriots were ninth in adjusted line yards and eighth in adjusted sack rate. They tied for the third-fewest sacks allowed at 28.