In the first two hours of free agency, the Denver Broncos rebuilt their offensive line in a big way. One of the first blocks to fall came with offensive tackle Mike McGlinchey, a former San Francisco 49er. McGlinchey inked a deal for $87.5 million over five years.
McGlinchey played in every game last season for the Niners, with his 2021 season limited with an injury.
According to Touchdown Wire’s Doug Farrar, McGlinchey has allowed five sacks and at least 20 quarterback hurries during each year of his career.
Farrar questioned the free agent move, giving it a “D” grade overall. His argument, however, comes down to the money Denver gave him. Right now, McGlinchey is going to be one of the top-five highest-paid tackles in the NFL. With those numbers, Farrar argues that because of the price alone, it may be a bad deal for the Broncos.
Besides the money, this move shored up the offensive front in a BIG way. McGlinchey brings playoff experience with mobile quarterbacks, and will be a huge help in front of Russell Wilson. McGlinchey will aim to prove Farrar wrong in 2023.
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