METAIRIE, La. (AP) — Rookie Ryan Ramczyk wasn't expecting to be thrust into the role of protecting Drew Brees from both edges of the offensive line in his first five NFL games.
FILE - In this Tuesday, June 13, 2017 file photo, New Orleans Saints tackle Ryan Ramczyk (71) runs through drills with tackle Khalif Barnes (69) and guard Cameron Lee, right, during NFL football practice in Metairie, La. Ryan Ramczyk wasn’t expecting to be thrust into the role of protecting Drew Brees’ blindside. Coach Sean Payton said Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017 that Ramczyk's "toughness and a mental toughness" has enabled him to handle the movement from side to side.