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Washington Football Team: Analyzing the offensive line through Week 4

By Jacob Troutman

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - SEPTEMBER 20: Dwayne Haskins Jr #7 of the Washington Football Team gets ready to take the snap from under center against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on September 20, 2020 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)
GLENDALE, ARIZONA - SEPTEMBER 20: Dwayne Haskins Jr #7 of the Washington Football Team gets ready to take the snap from under center against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on September 20, 2020 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images) /
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CLEVELAND, OHIO – SEPTEMBER 27: Wide receiver Terry McLaurin #17 runs for a gain as offensive guard Wes Schweitzer #71 of the Washington Football Team blocks during the second half against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on September 27, 2020 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Browns defeated the Washington Football Team 34-20. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
CLEVELAND, OHIO – SEPTEMBER 27: Wide receiver Terry McLaurin #17 runs for a gain as offensive guard Wes Schweitzer #71 of the Washington Football Team blocks during the second half against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on September 27, 2020 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Browns defeated the Washington Football Team 34-20. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) /

The “Better Than Expected” Award

G Wes Schweitzer

Wes Schweitzer has been the replacement for Brandon Scherff. The newly acquired guard from Atlanta has actually been solid. He has shown he is quality depth along the interior. The level of play has not dropped significantly since Scherff has been sidelined with an injury.

One of Schweitzer’s biggest strengths is his toughness and mean streak he possesses. What he lacks in physical talent, he makes up for in pure will. He has been solid at times in the run game and has not been a total liability in pass protection.

However, he does lack quick foot speed, which has been apparent in run blocking. He has been okay at times but he does not possess that elite ability to get to the second level on a consistent basis. He also can sometimes get blown up at the point of attack due to a poor base.

Schweitzer has played like a quality level backup guard. He has had his moments but he also has moments to remind you why he is not on the starting line. Schweitzer has filled in nicely for Brandon Scherff.

Final Grade: C (73)

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