What happened: Garett Bolles entered the fall off an 802-play run without allowing a sack. The 2026 ledger sits at zero pressures allowed through the September slate.

Why it matters: Clean early-season protection keeps the left tackle spot stable into the September stretch. Backing up a 2025 finish as the top-graded pass blocker among linemen gives the start added weight.

What to watch: Coming weeks test whether the clean sheet holds through the full September rotation.