Whitworth Establishing Leadership on OffenseBy Myles Simmons
Andrew Whitworth looks like a left tackle.
Listed at 6-foot-7 and 333 pounds, Whitworth is easy to spot whether he’s walking around the facility or on the field — even without pads. He sports the type of size and athleticism any offense would want as a lead blocker or protecting the quarterback’s blindside.
The oldest player on the Rams roster at 35, Whitworth was brought in not only to stabilize the left tackle position, but also to infuse the offensive unit with veteran leadership. And while Los Angeles still has months before kicking off the season, head coach Sean McVay said this week the club is already experiencing the benefits of having Whitworth on board.
“It is early but you see it right away. You get around him — even for me when you’re talking to him from a player’s perspective, on some of the things that you want to handle with the team — he’s been a great sounding board for me,” head coach Sean McVay said this week. “We feel very fortunate to have him. His presence has definitely been felt on our offense.”
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