The ability to move guys around in such a way largely swings on Christensen’s versatility. He has played, and now started, across the line, giving the Panthers a comparability to adjust to the line in this way.
“I think Brady has done such a great job of the opportunities,” Canales said. “Stepping in for Corb, being able to play center, it’s not an easy thing to do. And the way that he did it was great. And then in-game to be able to pop out and play tackle at an NFL level was fantastic. So, I think I’m just really proud of Brady, the way that he was so mature about the changes and the way that he helped us in those situations.”
Prior to Sunday, Christensen last played left tackle in 2021. That season, Christensen took 311 pass blocking snaps at tackle, giving up a quarterback pressure only 13.5 percent of the time, according to Next Gen Stats. Of those 311 pass blocking snaps, 222 were one-on-one, only allowing a pressure on 32 of said blocks. While he may not have the wingspan of other left tackles, Canales isn’t worried because, as he explained, Christensen’s technique is solid.
“I would say that all across the line, you know, whatever position you play, you could be a little bit out of position and make up for it with a little bit of length,” Canales said. “But I think when you don’t have that elite length, your fundamentals, your footwork, your hat placement, being on top of your assignments and all those things is a premium and that’s where Brady really shines because he can do those things. He knows what he’s doing and he’s very technically sound.”
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