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Chris Clark, LT, Denver Broncos
NFL: Denver Broncos-Training CampWhile the biggest story in Denver remains the phenomenal play of Manning as the Broncos roll along undefeated, it’s worth pointing out how good a job left tackle Chris Clark (+3.4) has done as a starter these past two weeks. Given how important it is to keep Manning free from pressure on the edges, the fact that he has come in these past two weeks and allowed just a single hit and quarterback hurry is a real testament to just how well he’s playing. An undrafted free agent out of Southern Mississippi back in 2008, Clark is getting the opportunity to showcase himself as a starter for the first time, and is certainly proving himself worthy.
On Sunday he spent much of the game lined up against Philadelphia Eagles outside linebacker Trent Cole and, while Cole would come away with two hurries, neither came against Clark. Furthermore, Cole, who has made a name for himself as one of the better run defenders in the league, was held to his lowest grade against the run this season. He may not have been dominant, but Clark more than held his own against one of the league’s best in that regard. However, it’s his play as a pass protector that’s landed him here. After all, you can’t ask for much more in pass protection than a perfect day with no pressure allowed.
NFL: Denver Broncos-Training CampWhile the biggest story in Denver remains the phenomenal play of Manning as the Broncos roll along undefeated, it’s worth pointing out how good a job left tackle Chris Clark (+3.4) has done as a starter these past two weeks. Given how important it is to keep Manning free from pressure on the edges, the fact that he has come in these past two weeks and allowed just a single hit and quarterback hurry is a real testament to just how well he’s playing. An undrafted free agent out of Southern Mississippi back in 2008, Clark is getting the opportunity to showcase himself as a starter for the first time, and is certainly proving himself worthy.
On Sunday he spent much of the game lined up against Philadelphia Eagles outside linebacker Trent Cole and, while Cole would come away with two hurries, neither came against Clark. Furthermore, Cole, who has made a name for himself as one of the better run defenders in the league, was held to his lowest grade against the run this season. He may not have been dominant, but Clark more than held his own against one of the league’s best in that regard. However, it’s his play as a pass protector that’s landed him here. After all, you can’t ask for much more in pass protection than a perfect day with no pressure allowed.
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