Mike Vrabel has been thoroughly impressed with the New England Patriots’ run blocking this season. And not just from their formidable offensive line.
The Tennessee Titans head coach on Wednesday said the Patriots have the NFL’s best collection of blocking receivers.
“Their receivers are probably the best blocking wide receivers in the league,” Vrabel said on a conference call with New England reporters ahead of Sunday’s Patriots-Titans matchup. “When your leading receiver is your best blocker, that makes for a good combination.”
N’Keal Harry has earned plaudits for his blocking prowess in recent weeks, but Vrabel was referring to Jakobi Meyers, who both leads the Patriots in receptions (54 through 11 games) and isn’t afraid to throw his slender frame around in the run game.