Left Tackle

Everyone needs a Left Tackle on their team. 

You see, in football, the left tackle is widely considered to be one of the most important players on a team.

Most NFL quarterbacks are right-handed, so they often have their backs turned to players rushing towards them from the left side of the field when trying to complete a pass.

A good left tackle can prevent the quarterback from being tackled to the ground.

Most left tackles are crucial to ensuring the safety of the quarterback – and that usually requires a large frame and build – most weigh in at over 300 pounds and stand over six feet tall.

The greatest of left tackles can be known for their knowledge, skill, experience and physical talent.

And they must be able to multi-task by protecting the quarterback and executing the run blocking scheme.

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Who’s the left tackle on your team?

The person who

  • has your back when times are tough
  • is watching out for your blindside, telling you what you need to hear, not what you want to hear
  • knows your playbook and ready to execute
  • has the team’s best interest at heart
  • can multi-task and run multiple plays at the same time
  • can see the bigger picture and not get sidelined 

Got a left tackle?

  • Then appreciate them, support them, promote them

Don’t have a left tackle?

  • Then it’s time to re-evaluate the team

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Moo news: Friends, let me introduce you to Left Tackle. He’s my newest painting and is ready for some football!

- Jennifer

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