The NFL’s top offensive tackles were ranked this past week by ESPN, using a poll of more than 70 league executives, coaches, and scouts. Detroit Lions offensive tackle Penei Sewell came in at No. 2 overall. Not second at right tackle—second at both tackle positions.
That’s not a surprise to anyone who’s been watching football. Sewell has been named a first-team All-Pro in each of the last two seasons and has only allowed one sack in that span. He’s been one of the most consistent players at any position in the league. There’s nothing fluky about his rise.