Toledo offensive line gets a passing grade, so far

Toledo offensive linemen Ethan Spoth (72), Jakob James (78), and Carter Fouty (66) block Duquesne defensive linemen, Aug. 29.When the University of Toledo returned from the Arizona Bowl on New Year’s Eve, preparations for the 2024 were already underway.

Among the highest priorities was not only identifying the five best offensive linemen but also detecting depth. Strength coach Brad Bichey was on the front lines during winter workouts as offensive line coach Mike Hallett reassessed the roster and scoured the transfer portal.

The Rockets came into the season with zero career FBS starts and a hodgepodge of players who had been in the program and those who signed up via the portal hopeful that a…